Indonesia repeatedly showcases its strength, and the Vietnam national team cannot afford to be complacent.

Indonesia secured victories in both games of the June 2026 FIFA Days, boosting its FIFA ranking and sending a clear message of challenge to Vietnam before the 2026 ASEAN Cup.

The Indonesian national team is demonstrating remarkable progress under coach John Herdman, winning both friendly matches during the June 2026 FIFA Days. These positive results not only helped the "Garuda" improve their position on the FIFA rankings but also underscore their ambition to compete for major titles in Southeast Asia.

In the first match on June 5, Indonesia made a strong impression by defeating Oman 3-0 at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium. Facing a higher-ranked opponent, the archipelago team displayed an energetic style of play, capitalizing well on opportunities to secure a convincing victory.

Four days later, Indonesia hosted Mozambique in their second friendly of the FIFA Days. Despite facing considerable difficulties against the physical play of the African representative, coach John Herdman’s side still earned a narrow 1-0 victory. The only goal came in the 12th minute from Ole Romeny, assisted by Ragnar Oratmangoen.

The biggest highlight for Indonesia at present is its quality squad of naturalized players currently playing in Europe. Names like Ole Romeny, Ragnar Oratmangoen, Calvin Verdonk, and Nathan Tjoe-A-On bring a clear technical difference, enabling the Indonesian team to play more confidently and effectively against strong opponents.

Two consecutive wins have helped Indonesia accumulate significant points on the FIFA rankings. According to calculations, the "Garuda" have risen 4 places to 118th in the world. This is seen as a well-deserved result of their strong investment in squad depth and the overall improvement of the team in recent years.

The impressive form of Indonesia will certainly make regional rivals cautious, especially the Vietnam national team,. The two teams are in the same group at the 2026 ASEAN Cup and are considered top candidates for the group's top spot. With what they have shown, Indonesia has sent a powerful message that they are ready to challenge the reigning Southeast Asian champion's status in the coming time.