Vietnam Beat Indonesia 3-0 to Take Control of Group A

Indonesia entered Pakansari Stadium with six points, eight goals, and the confidence of a team that had yet to stumble. Fourteen minutes later, Vietnam had exposed the weakness hidden beneath that perfect start.

The defending champions pressed Indonesia into mistakes, attacked the space behind the fullbacks, and scored twice before the hosts could establish any control. Nguyễn Văn Vĩ and Nguyễn Hai Long delivered the early damage before substitute Nguyễn Xuân Son completed a 3-0 victory in the 71st minute.

Vietnam moved top of ASEAN Hyundai Cup 2026 Group A with seven points and a plus-10 goal difference. Indonesia dropped to third and now require a victory away to Singapore in their final group match.

TL;DR

• Vietnam defeated Indonesia 3-0 at Pakansari Stadium in Bogor.
• Nguyễn Văn Vĩ scored in the sixth minute and earned Hyundai Player of the Match.
• Nguyễn Hai Long doubled the lead with a rapid counterattack in the 14th minute.
• Substitute Nguyễn Xuân Son completed the scoring after entering in the second half.
• Thom Haye and Ivar Jenner received Indonesia’s two yellow cards. No red cards were shown.
• Vietnam will qualify by avoiding defeat against Cambodia, while Indonesia must beat Singapore.

Indonesia vs. Vietnam Match Information

Detail	Information
Match	Indonesia vs. Vietnam
Competition	ASEAN Hyundai Cup 2026, Group A
Final score	Indonesia 0-3 Vietnam
Venue	Pakansari Stadium, Bogor
Date	Monday, August 3, 2026
Vietnam scorers	Nguyễn Văn Vĩ 6’, Nguyễn Hai Long 14’, Nguyễn Xuân Son 71’
Top performer	Nguyễn Văn Vĩ, opening goal and Hyundai Player of the Match
Other Vietnam standouts	Nguyễn Hai Long, Nguyễn Hoàng Đức, Nguyễn Xuân Son
Turning point	Vietnam’s high press produced the opening goal after six minutes
Yellow cards	Indonesia: Thom Haye 31’, Ivar Jenner 75’
Red cards	None
Next matches	Vietnam vs. Cambodia; Singapore vs. Indonesia
Group impact	Vietnam moved top; Indonesia dropped outside the semifinal places

Vietnam’s Selection Gamble Gave Them Greater Control

Kim Sang-sik made a bold decision before kickoff. Nguyễn Quang Hải and Nguyễn Xuân Son, two of Vietnam’s most influential attacking players, started on the bench.

Their absence did not make Vietnam cautious. Kim used a mobile starting attack that could press Indonesia’s buildup and attack quickly once possession changed hands.

That approach produced the first goal after six minutes.

Hai Long broke down the left and cut the ball toward Nguyễn Hoàng Đức. The midfielder played first time into the path of Văn Vĩ, whose low finish beat Nadeo Argawinata at the near post.

Nadeo anticipated a cross across the face of goal and shifted his weight too early. Văn Vĩ recognized the goalkeeper’s movement and chose the direct finish.

Vietnam had started their title defense with a 7-0 victory over Timor-Leste, but Indonesia represented a far stronger tactical test. The early goal showed that Kim’s side could create through pressure and decision-making against a genuine semifinal contender.

Indonesia’s Response Opened the Door for Hai Long

Indonesia tried to respond by committing more players forward. Thom Haye carried possession through midfield and looked for ways to connect with Mitch Baker, whose four tournament goals had powered the hosts’ first two victories.

The increased attacking ambition left space behind Indonesia’s defensive line.

Vietnam exploited it in the 14th minute. Lê Phạm Thành Long collected possession and spotted Hai Long moving into open ground on the left. The winger carried the ball from inside his own half before dragging a composed finish beyond Nadeo.

The speed of the counter mattered, but the move began with Vietnam’s awareness. Thành Long looked forward immediately, while Hai Long recognized that Indonesia’s defensive recovery had become disconnected.

Indonesia had overwhelmed Cambodia during Mitch Baker’s hat-trick performance and eventually broke down 10-man Timor-Leste in a seven-minute scoring burst. Against Vietnam, their previous attacking rhythm disappeared.

Văn Vĩ Set the Tone for the Champions

Văn Vĩ’s contribution extended beyond the opening goal.

The left-sided defender timed his forward runs carefully, supported Vietnam’s pressing structure, and recovered quickly whenever Indonesia tried to counter. His ability to move between defensive and attacking roles helped Vietnam control a flank that Indonesia expected to use more effectively.

Hai Long provided the game’s sharpest direct threat. He created the opener and scored the second, repeatedly finding space before Indonesia’s defenders could organize themselves.

Hoàng Đức also played a major role. His first-time pass created Văn Vĩ’s goal, while his delivery from deep later released Xuân Son for the third.

The official ASEAN Hyundai Cup match report named Văn Vĩ as Hyundai Player of the Match.

Xuân Son Removes Indonesia’s Remaining Hope

Indonesia reached halftime two goals behind but still had enough attacking quality to make the second half competitive.

Baker had headed wide during first-half stoppage time, while Haye occasionally escaped Vietnam’s midfield pressure. Clear chances remained rare because the visitors defended the penalty area with discipline.

Kim introduced Xuân Son in the 63rd minute. His movement immediately created another problem for Indonesia’s tiring defense.

Nadeo denied the striker in the 70th minute, but the reprieve lasted barely sixty seconds. Hoàng Đức found Xuân Son with a pass from deep, and the forward moved through the defensive line before finishing clinically.

The goal gave Vietnam their first victory over Indonesia on Indonesian soil, according to the official competition report.

Cards and Disciplinary Record

The match data recorded two yellow cards, both for Indonesia.

Thom Haye entered the referee’s book in the 31st minute, while Ivar Jenner received a yellow in the 75th. Vietnam completed the match without a booking, and neither team had a player sent off.

The relatively controlled disciplinary record reflected Vietnam’s game management. Indonesia became frustrated, but the match never descended into the confrontations that can shape this regional rivalry.

Updated ASEAN Championship Group A Table

Pos.	Team	P	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Vietnam	3	2	1	0	10	0	+10	7
2	Singapore	3	2	1	0	4	1	+3	7
3	Indonesia	3	2	0	1	8	4	+4	6
4	Cambodia	3	1	0	2	5	7	-2	3
5	Timor-Leste	4	0	0	4	0	15	-15	0

Vietnam lead Singapore through their superior goal difference. The teams had previously drawn 0-0 in Hanoi, a result that turned Group A into a three-team qualification contest.

What Vietnam and Indonesia Need to Qualify

Vietnam will reach the semifinals if they defeat or draw with Cambodia on August 7. A victory would also make them strong favorites to win the group because of their seven-goal advantage over Singapore.

Indonesia face a direct elimination match away to Singapore.

A victory would take John Herdman’s side to nine points and guarantee a semifinal place. A draw would leave Indonesia on seven, behind Singapore and vulnerable to Vietnam’s result. Their earlier loss to Vietnam also damages them in any head-to-head tiebreak situation.

Singapore need only avoid defeat to qualify. Cambodia and Timor-Leste have been eliminated.

Fans can follow the remaining qualification matches through The Sports Encounter’s soccer coverage and its wider international tournament hub.

Final Takeaway

Vietnam’s control came from decisions made before the goals arrived. Their press disrupted Indonesia’s buildup, the wide players attacked the exposed channels, and Hoàng Đức moved possession forward before the hosts could recover.

Indonesia still control one part of their destiny. Beat Singapore and they advance. Their defensive spacing, decision-making under pressure, and ability to protect against counters must improve quickly.

Vietnam leave Bogor with the group lead, a third consecutive clean sheet, and the strongest goal difference in the competition. The defending champions have reached the final round with their authority restored.