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The Struggle of Garuda Towards the Semifinals of the AFF Cup 2024, Note the Schedule of the Indonesian National Team Against the Philippines

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Kapanlagi.com - The Indonesian national team is preparing to face the decisive match in Group B of the AFF Cup 2024 against the Philippines on Saturday, December 21, 2024. The match, which will be held at Manahan Stadium, Solo, is very crucial as it will determine the Garuda squad's path to the semifinals. The kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 WIB and can be watched live on RCTI as well as through live streaming on Vision+.

The Shin Tae-yong's troops are expected to perform at their best to achieve victory and maintain their chances of advancing to the next round. After unsatisfactory results in the first three group stage matches, this match becomes an important moment for Asnawi Mangkualam and his teammates.

Aji Santoso, a legend of the Indonesian national team, expressed high optimism regarding the Red and White team's chances. "Looking at the quality of the team, we are clearly still above the Philippines. There is no other option but to win to increase our chances of advancing to the semifinals," he said, as reported by ANTARA on Wednesday (18/12/2024).

With high fighting spirit, let's support the Indonesian national team to achieve victory and advance to the next round!

1. Indonesia National Team vs Philippines Schedule

Get ready for an exciting moment on Saturday, December 21, 2024! The much-anticipated match will kick off at 20:00 WIB at Manahan Stadium. Don't miss the thrilling action that you can watch live on RCTI or stream on Vision+. Prepare yourself and click this link to enjoy all the excitement: [Vision+](https://www.visionplus.id/webclient/#/).

2. Previous Match Results: Pressure on the Indonesia National Team

The Indonesia national team opened the group stage with a positive step, securing a narrow 1-0 victory over Myanmar in an away match. However, that momentum faded after they could only manage a 3-3 draw against Laos in Solo, where their performance seemed less convincing.

A 0-1 defeat to Vietnam in the third match further added to the burden on Shin Tae-yong's squad. Currently, Indonesia occupies the second position in the temporary standings of Group B with four points, tied with Myanmar in third place. Meanwhile, Vietnam stands firm at the top with seven points and only needs a draw against Myanmar to secure a semifinal ticket.

3. Strategies and Challenges of the Indonesian National Team

Coach Shin Tae-yong revealed that the limited preparation time has become the main challenge in assembling a tough young squad. However, he remains optimistic that his team will rise in the final match against the Philippines, emphasizing the importance of maximum performance from the Garuda Squad.

Meanwhile, Aji Santoso also reminded about the lack of goal productivity from open play, with all four goals scored coming from set-piece situations. "This is a significant homework for the coach to improve the effectiveness of the attack," he stated.

4. Philippines: Challenges from Talented Young Players

The Philippine national team arrives with a fighting spirit despite not yet tasting the sweetness of victory, having recorded two draws against Myanmar and Laos, before finally succumbing to Vietnam.

In their squad, there are two young stars ready to threaten Indonesia's defense: Bjorn Martin Kristensen, a 22-year-old striker who has shone in the Norwegian League with three goals already scored in this tournament, and Sandro Reyes, a talented playmaker with an extraordinary vision in orchestrating attacks. Both are the hopes of the Philippines for a positive result in the upcoming match.

5. Key Players of the Indonesian National Team

The return of Marselino Ferdinan to the Indonesian squad is like a ray of hope shining on the green field. The 20-year-old midfielder, who currently plays for Oxford United, is expected to add creativity to the team's attack.

No less important, captain Muhammad Ferarri is also a key player with two goals he has scored. "Marselino and Ferarri are key for the team. We really hope they can show their best performance to lead Indonesia to this crucial victory," said Aji Santoso with optimism.

6. When do the Indonesian National Team play against the Philippines in the 2024 AFF Cup?

Get ready for an exciting moment! On Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 20:00 WIB, Manahan Stadium in Solo will witness an intense battle that you won't want to miss. Don't miss out!

7. Where can you watch the Indonesia vs Philippines match?

Don't miss the exciting moments of the match that will be broadcast live on RCTI! You can also enjoy this excitement via streaming through Vision+, so wherever you are, the unforgettable action on the field can still be witnessed.

8. What are Indonesia's chances of reaching the semifinals?

Indonesia must secure a victory against the Philippines to keep their hopes alive for advancing to the next round. Additionally, the outcome of the match between Vietnam and Myanmar will also be a crucial determinant that could shake up the standings and affect the fate of the Merah Putih team.

9. Who are the players to watch from the Philippines?

Bjorn Martin Kristensen and Sandro Reyes have emerged as shining stars on the field, becoming two key players that opponents should be wary of. Their agility and skills make the Philippines a team to be reckoned with, ready to deliver surprises in every match!

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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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