President Prabowo Subianto joined 67,000 fans at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium to watch the thrilling FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 final between Indonesia and Thailand on October 5, 2026. After a tense 2-2 draw through extra time, the championship match headed to a dramatic penalty shootout.
Prabowo Arrives at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium for the Final
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived at the VVIP Access Gate of Gelora Bung Karno Stadium (GBK) at 19:55 Western Indonesia Time on October 5, 2026, as Detik news reported. Wearing a white long-sleeved national team jacket, Prabowo entered the venue accompanied by Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya. Youth and Sports Minister and PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir, alongside National Police Chief General Suyudi Ario Seto, greeted the President upon his arrival.
Earlier in the day at Merdeka Palace, Prabowo hosted FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Erick Thohir to discuss strengthening national football cooperation. During that meeting, Infantino presented Prabowo with a red national team jersey bearing his name and the number 26, while formally inviting him to the tournament’s closing match, according to Ministry of Youth and Sports.
Indonesia and Thailand battle to a stalemate
On the pitch, the match delivered high-stakes drama as Indonesia and Thailand battled to a 2-2 stalemate through regulation and extra time, according to CNN Indonesia. Indonesia dominated early possession at 65 percent in a scoreless first half before the game opened up after the break. A foul on Ole Romeny earned Thailand defender Nicholas Mickelson a second yellow card, reducing Thailand to ten men.
Dean James capitalized on the ensuing free kick, his shot deflecting off Iklas Sanron to beat the goalkeeper and give Indonesia a 1-0 lead. Thailand struck back just three minutes later when Iklas Sanron converted a floating ball behind a flat-footed Indonesian defense. With the score locked at 1-1 at the final whistle, the match advanced to extra time.
Thailand claimed a 2-1 advantage in the 111th minute through Peeradol Chamrasamee on a sharp counterattack. Five minutes later, Elkan Baggott equalized for Indonesia during a goalmouth scramble, driving a shot off the crossbar and into the net. The 2-2 deadlock forced the final into a penalty shootout.
The lineup for Indonesia featured Emil Audero in goal, supported by Kevin Diks, Elkan Baggott, Justin Hubner, Calvin Verdonk, Ragnar Oratmangoen, Joey Pelupessy, Thom Haye, Ole Romeny, Mitchell Baker, and Luke Vickery. Thailand deployed Saranon Anuin, Suphanan Bureerat, Nattapong Sayriya, Kritsada Kaman, Manuel Bihr, Nicholas Mickelson, Sarach Yooyen, Kakan Khamyok, Chanathip Songkrasin, Supachai Chaided, and Teerasak Poeiphimai.
Polda Metro Jaya deploys personnel to secure final
Polda Metro Jaya deployed 10,121 joint personnel to secure the final and manage crowd movement around the Senayan area, according to Tribrata News. Operations Bureau Chief Brigadier General La Ode Aries El Fathar led a Tactical Floor Game at Balai Sarbini to map out crowd flows, traffic diversions, and contingency protocols. The security umbrella covered the earlier third-place playoff between Malaysia and Vietnam, which kicked off at 16:00 WIB.
Public enthusiasm extended far beyond the 67,000 ticket-holders inside the sold-out stadium. The Tangerang City Government hosted a free public viewing event at Taman Elektrik in the City Government Center, complete with doorprizes including bicycles for attending residents, as reported by Tangerang City Government.
When did Gianni Infantino arrive in Indonesia?
When did FIFA President Gianni Infantino arrive in Indonesia?
FIFA President Gianni Infantino arrived at Halim Perdanakusuma Airport in Jakarta on Sunday afternoon, October 4, 2026, where PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir welcomed him.
How many security personnel were deployed for the match?
Polda Metro Jaya deployed 10,121 joint personnel to secure the stadium, surrounding roads, and supporter zones for the final match day on October 5, 2026.
What number was printed on the jersey given to President Prabowo?
FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented President Prabowo Subianto with a red national team jersey featuring the number 26 and his name on the back during their meeting at Merdeka Palace.