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Indonesia exits 2026 AFF Cup; PSSI targets ASEAN Cup title

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Indonesia exits 2026 AFF Cup; ~~Herdman pledges reforms~~ PSSI targets ASEAN Cup title

Following a period of momentum under coach John Herdman, Indonesia's 2026 AFF Cup campaign ended in disappointment. On 3 August, the team suffered a 0-3 defeat to Vietnam at Pakansari Stadium, with goals from Nguyễn Văn Vĩ, Nguyễn Hai Long, and Nguyễn Xuân Son. Herdman attributed the loss to a lack of formation compactness, stating, “We must keep the compactness of the formation.” PSSI president Erick Thohir maintained his support for the coach, citing a need for more adaptation time. Indonesia's tournament concluded on 8 August following a 1-1 draw against Singapore at Jalan Besar Stadium. The result left Indonesia with seven points in Group A, failing to advance to the semifinals behind group winners Vietnam and Singapore. ~~Although Herdman noted the team controlled much of the match, he cited Singapore's organized defense and issues with emotional control as key takeaways.~~ In ~~response to the exit,~~ response, the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) issued an apology and announced a comprehensive evaluation involving the Chairman, the National Team Body, and the coaching staff. PSSI Secretary General Yunus Nusi urged the public not to vilify the players and coaches, emphasizing that the squad represents the nation's future assets. ~~Coach Herdman~~ Looking forward, PSSI has ~~pledged reforms to return with~~ set a ~~“new spirit” and confirmed he will revamp the squad~~ championship target for the ~~upcoming~~ inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026, which Indonesia will host. ~~Ahead of~~ Because the ~~tournament, reports suggest~~ tournament coincides with a FIFA international match window, coach Herdman ~~will prioritize players in foreign leagues. Projected squad details include goalkeepers Maarten Paes, Emil Audero, and Ernando Ari, while defenders~~ may have access to several diaspora players, including Jay Idzes, ~~Elkan Baggott,~~ Justin Hubner, ~~Kevin Diks,~~ Ole Romeny, and ~~Sandy Walsh are expected to feature. Notably, Rizky Ridho is reportedly excluded~~ Maarten Paes. Additionally, defender Elkan Baggott has drawn attention following ~~his~~ an impressive performance for Millwall in the ~~AFF~~ Carabao Cup, ~~potentially to allow him to focus on club training.~~ where he operated effectively as a left-back, sparking discussions regarding competition within the national defensive lineup.

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