Schedule of the Indonesian National Team Matches in the AFF Cup 2024, Away to Myanmar in the Opening Match

Kapanlagi.com - The AFF Cup 2024 is set to shake up the Southeast Asian football stage with a series of matches that are sure to captivate fans! This prestigious tournament will take place from December 8, 2024, to January 5, 2025, and the Indonesian National Team has been confirmed to be in the challenging Group B.

The journey of the Indonesian National Team begins with an away match against Myanmar on December 9, 2024, at Thuwunna Stadium. This will be a historic moment for the Garuda squad, who are determined to achieve their first championship title in this tournament.

Under the guidance of coach Shin Tae-yong, Indonesia will showcase an exciting combination of talented U-22 young players and some experienced senior faces.

1. The Hell Group Awaits the Indonesian National Team

Group B of the AFF Cup 2024 becomes a challenging battleground for the Indonesian National Team, which must compete against tough teams like Vietnam, the Philippines, Myanmar, and Laos.

Vietnam, which has often been a barrier for Indonesia in previous tournaments, is ready to test the resilience of the Garuda squad.

Not to mention, the Philippines, which is increasingly making its mark, along with the surprising performances from Myanmar and Laos, complicates Indonesia's path to the semifinals.

2. Complete Schedule of the Indonesian National Team Matches

Indonesia will kick off an exciting adventure in football with the opening match against Myanmar on December 9, 2024. After that, the Red and White team will host Laos at home on December 12, 2024, before facing a tough challenge at Vietnam's home ground on December 15, 2024.

The last group stage match against the Philippines will take place on December 21, 2024, where only the top two teams from each group will advance to the semifinals.

The thrilling semifinals will be held in two legs, with Leg 1 on December 26 and 27, 2024, and Leg 2 on December 29 and 30, 2024.

The culmination of all these struggles is the final, which will be held in two legs, starting on January 2, 2025, and concluding on January 5, 2025.

3. Potential Key Players of the Indonesian National Team

Shin Tae-yong has presented a list of talented players who will strengthen the Indonesian National Team, creating new hopes for football fans in the country.

Senior players like Asnawi Mangkualam Bahar are expected to lead the team with their experience, while young stars like Justin Hubner bring a promising fresh spirit.

However, the presence of players who are playing abroad remains a mystery, dependent on permissions from their clubs.

4. New Format for Semifinals and Finals

The semifinals and finals of this prestigious event will take place in an exciting two-leg format! The semifinal matches are scheduled from December 26 to December 30, 2024, where group champions will face the runners-up from other groups, creating thrilling duels not to be missed.

The first leg of the final will be held on January 2, 2025, followed by the second leg on January 5, 2025.

5. Predictions and Challenges of the Indonesian National Team

Indonesia, which has never tasted the sweetness of winning the AFF Cup, is now under the sharp scrutiny of its supporters who have high hopes. The biggest challenge comes from Vietnam, the team favored to win the championship.

Amid this pressure, the smart strategy of coach Shin Tae-yong will determine the team's fate. Will Indonesia seize the opportunity to secure a ticket to the semifinals and make new history?

6. When is Indonesia's first match in the AFF Cup 2024?

On December 9, 2024, the cheers of the crowd broke the silence as the Indonesian national team faced Myanmar in the highly anticipated opening match.

7. What is the match format in the semifinals and finals?

The semifinals and finals will be presented in two thrilling legs, using a home-and-away system that will surely add to the tension and excitement of the spectators!

8. Which teams are in Group B of the AFF Cup 2024?

In Group B, we will be treated to an exciting battle between five Southeast Asian countries: Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, Myanmar, and Laos.

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