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Indonesia U-19 Women's Team Crushes Malaysia to Reach AFF Semifinals

Indonesia U-19 Women's Team Crushes Malaysia to Reach AFF Semifinals
Indonesia’s U-19 women’s national team secured a place in the semifinals of the 2025 AFF U-19 Women’s Championship after a dominant 4-0 victory over Malaysia in their final group stage match. The match, held at Phu Tho Stadium in Vietnam, saw a strong performance from the squad, with goals coming in both halves and showcasing the team's attacking depth and improved coordination on the field.

The win was a crucial turnaround for Indonesia, who had previously struggled in the group stage. They opened the tournament with a heavy defeat against Thailand and followed it up with a draw against Cambodia. However, the convincing win over Malaysia allowed them to climb from the bottom of the standings to the runner-up position in Group B, ultimately securing a semifinal berth alongside group leader Thailand.

Thailand dominated Group B with three consecutive wins and an impressive goal tally, while Indonesia’s final-day victory helped them edge past both Cambodia and Malaysia. This marked a significant comeback for the Garuda Pertiwi squad, who demonstrated resilience and improved form at a crucial moment in the competition. Their ability to bounce back under pressure reflects the growing strength and development of the women’s football program in Indonesia.

In the semifinal round, Indonesia will face host nation Vietnam, the winner of Group A, who also had a flawless group stage run with three victories and a total of 16 goals scored. Meanwhile, Thailand is set to play Myanmar, the runner-up from Group A. The semifinal matches will be held at Thong Nhat Stadium on June 16, 2025, with the winners advancing to the final and the losers contesting the third-place match.