Indonesia U-23 wins as Philippines shows rough play in ASEAN Cup

Indonesia U-23 team under Gerald Vanenburg’s guidance defeated Philippines 1-0 in the ASEAN Cup U-23 2025 Group A match at Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium.

Garuda Muda dominated the game proceedings — controlling 66 percent possession and recording 13 shots with 6 on target, while Philippines managed only one shot on goal.

Philippines, lacking in technical ability, opted for excessive physical approach. Dony Tri Pamungkas, Rayhan Hannan, and Jens Raven fell victim to dangerous tackles from opponents — some of which deserved red cards had VAR been implemented in this tournament.