Gerald Vanenburg discusses Indonesia vs Malaysia derby in ASEAN Cup U-23

Gerald Vanenburg — Indonesia U-23 national team coach — views the match against Malaysia as a high-prestige encounter. This decisive Group A duel in ASEAN Cup U-23 2025 will take place at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium, Jakarta.

The derby atmosphere is expected to be intense — Indonesia’s flagship stadium is anticipated to be filled with supporters ready to give full backing to the Young Garuda team.

“Yes, I think you know that these countries are neighbors. There’s always a derby,” stated Vanenburg.

The Dutch coach explained that rivalry between neighboring countries is natural in football — a similar phenomenon frequently occurs in the European region.