Indonesia reach ASEAN Cup final after wild late drama

Indonesia advanced to the ASEAN Cup final after one of the most chaotic endings in recent international football, scoring three times beyond the 89th minute to edge Malaysia for top spot in Group A. Nineteen‑year‑old Melbourne‑born striker Mitch Baker, who gained Indonesian citizenship in July, was the star with a remarkable five‑goal haul. His four first‑half strikes helped Indonesia lead 6‑1 at the break, seemingly enough as Malaysia were only 2‑0 up on Singapore. But Malaysia’s second‑half surge to a 6‑0 win forced Indonesia to chase more goals.

At 90 minutes Indonesia were heading out, before Luke Vickery made it 7‑1 and Bangladesh replied instantly. Needing two late goals, Indonesia delivered through Kevin Diks and Baker’s fifth, sparking delirium in Jakarta. Malaysia, already celebrating in Bandung, were stunned—especially after stoppage time was extended from two to seven minutes, prompting an official complaint to FIFA.