Ole Romeny Trains Separately Ahead of FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 Final
Indonesian striker Ole Romeny trained away from the main squad during a practice session at the Police Science College in Jakarta, raising fitness concerns before the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 final. sport.detik.com reported. The Garuda squad gathered on Sunday, October 4, 2026, for their final preparation ahead of the title match against Thailand at the Stadion Utama Gelora Bung Karno. During the session at STIK, Romeny was spotted doing light warm-ups on the stadium tribune accompanied by a member of the coaching staff while holding his left thigh and stretching his muscles alongside team physiotherapist James Gardiner, though team coaches and the PSSI did not immediately release an official statement regarding the Fortuna Sittard forward’s condition.
Neither the team coaches nor the PSSI released an official statement regarding the condition of the Fortuna Sittard forward immediately following the session.
John Herdman Assesses the Status of Key Forward
Head coach John Herdman addressed the media regarding Romeny’s training routine, noting that the player’s recent performance earned him adjusted training parameters. “If you register 4 assist, you get special treatment,” Herdman said during a press conference, as reported by Compass. “You can practice by yourself. What he did is a unique achievement.”
Despite the praise, Herdman confirmed that Romeny’s availability for the Monday night clash remains uncertain while medical staff evaluate his fitness on a daily basis. “Ole is undergoing tests, day by day, we will assess him again tomorrow. No guarantee whether he can play,” Herdman stated, according to Compass. Romeny previously contributed four assists during Indonesia’s 9-2 victory over Bangladesh and has scored seven goals across 13 appearances.
Sold-Out Crowd Expected at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium
Demand for the tournament decider reached maximum capacity as all 67,000 tickets for the final between Indonesia and Thailand sold out, according to janalokajournal.id. PT Garuda Sepakbola Indonesia President Director Marsal Masita confirmed the milestone on Sunday, October 4, 2026, noting the exceptional public response throughout the regional competition. The match is scheduled to kick off at 20.00 WIB on Monday, October 5, 2026.
Organizers urged ticket holders to arrive early to manage entry queues at the venue. Alongside the main final, the Gelora Bung Karno complex will also host the third-place playoff between Malaysia and Vietnam earlier on Monday at 16.00 WIB. PSSI and tournament officials reiterated warnings for supporters to secure entry exclusively through authorized platforms linked to Garuda ID to avoid counterfeit passes.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 final taking place?
The final match between Indonesia and Thailand takes place on Monday, October 5, 2026, starting at 8:00 PM WIB at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium in Jakarta, as reported by janalokajournal.id.
Who are playing in the third-place playoff on the same day?
Malaysia and Vietnam face each other in the third-place playoff on Monday, October 5, 2026, at 16.00 WIB at the Gelora Bung Karno venue, according to janalokajournal.id.
What specific contribution did Ole Romeny make in the previous match against Bangladesh?
As documented by Compass, Ole Romeny provided four assists during Indonesia’s 9-2 win over Bangladesh in the group stage.
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