From European leagues to Indonesia’s domestic scene, these 23 players delivered the country’s first FIFA ASEAN Cup title after a dramatic final against Thailand.
Indonesia’s first FIFA ASEAN Cup title arrived in Jakarta on Oct. 5, 2026, after a dramatic final against Thailand that went all the way to penalties. The tournament’s inaugural edition brought Southeast Asia’s leading national teams together under FIFA’s new regional competition, with Indonesia entering as hosts and one of the favorites.
Led by head coach John Herdman, the Garuda topped Group A on goal difference after a 9-2 win over Bangladesh on the final day. Their run continued into a final that produced two late goals in regulation, another two in extra time and, ultimately, a 4-2 victory on penalties.
Thailand took the lead in extra time through Peeradol Chamrasamee, but Elkan Baggott leveled the score in the 116th minute to send the match to a shootout. Emil Audero then saved Thailand’s final penalty from Nattapong Sayriya, securing Indonesia’s first-ever FIFA ASEAN Cup trophy.
Behind that landmark victory was a 23-man squad combining players developed in Europe, established domestic names and a new generation of Indonesian talent. Here is a closer look at the group that brought the inaugural title home.
The Starting Lineup
- Emil Audero | Goalkeeper
Born in Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara, Audero spent his formative years in Italy, developing within Juventus’ youth system before establishing himself in European football. After spells with Sampdoria and Inter Milan, the goalkeeper joined Rayo Vallecano and became an important figure for Indonesia after making his international debut in 2025. In the final, Audero was tested throughout a tense 120 minutes before becoming the shootout hero, saving Thailand’s decisive penalty to seal the title.
- Kevin Diks | Defender, Captain
Wearing the captain’s armband with quiet authority, Diks anchored Indonesia’s defense throughout the tournament. The Apeldoorn native, who traces his Indonesian heritage to Maluku through his mother, built an impressive European career with Vitesse, Fiorentina, FC Copenhagen and Borussia Mönchengladbach. A tactical leader since making his Indonesia debut in 2024, Diks set the tone in the final with his defensive work and distribution from the back.
- Elkan Baggott | Defender
Standing tall in the heart of defense, Baggott brings a strong connection to Indonesia through his family and spent part of his childhood in Jakarta before joining Ipswich Town’s academy in England. Now with Millwall, the defender combines physical presence with composure on the ball. In the final, he produced one of the tournament’s defining moments, scoring in the 116th minute to make it 2-2 and force a penalty shootout.
- Justin Hubner | Defender
Known for his aggressive tackling and high-energy style, Hubner developed in the Netherlands with Willem II and Den Bosch before captaining Wolverhampton Wanderers’ U-21 side in England. The defender, whose Indonesian heritage includes roots in Jakarta and Makassar, made his senior debut for Indonesia in 2024. Currently with Fortuna Sittard, Hubner provided a combative presence at the heart of the defense throughout the tournament.
- Calvin Verdonk | Defender
Operating with energy down the flank, Verdonk joined Feyenoord’s youth academy at age eight before establishing himself in the Dutch Eredivisie and later moving to Ligue 1 with Lille. Connected to Indonesia through his Acehnese father, Verdonk made his national-team debut in 2024. His ability to contribute at both ends of the field made him one of Indonesia’s most reliable outlets throughout the tournament.
- Joey Pelupessy | Midfielder
Pelupessy provided the tactical engine room for Garuda throughout the ASEAN Cup. With Moluccan heritage through his parents, the Dutch-born midfielder built his career in Europe, including a spell as captain of Heracles Almelo and more than 100 appearances for Sheffield Wednesday. With Belgian club Lommel SK, Pelupessy brought positional discipline and defensive awareness to Indonesia’s midfield, including during the final’s tense closing stages.
- Thom Haye | Midfielder
Nicknamed the “Professor” for his vision and passing range, Haye grew up in Amsterdam and developed through AZ Alkmaar’s academy before winning two UEFA European Under-17 titles with the Netherlands. Tracing his Indonesian heritage to North Sulawesi and Java, Haye made his Garuda debut in 2024 and now plays for Persib Bandung. His ability to control tempo and find progressive passes remained central to Indonesia’s approach.
- Luke Vickery | Forward
One of the newest additions to the national setup, Vickery completed his naturalization in 2026 after being raised in Australia and developing through Macarthur FC’s academy. With maternal Indonesian heritage, the young forward brought pace and movement to Indonesia’s attack. His willingness to stretch defenses and combine with the players around him made him an important part of Herdman’s attacking setup.
- Ole Romeny | Forward
Romeny’s instincts in front of goal made him one of Indonesia’s key attacking threats during the tournament. Born in Nijmegen with maternal roots in Medan, North Sumatra, he developed through NEC Nijmegen, FC Emmen and FC Utrecht before joining Fortuna Sittard. After making his Indonesia debut in 2025, Romeny continued to provide a direct attacking presence throughout the ASEAN Cup.
- Ragnar Oratmangoen | Forward
Oratmangoen brought creativity and unpredictability to Indonesia’s front line. Raised in NEC Nijmegen’s youth system, the attacker traces his Indonesian heritage to Tanimbar, Maluku, through his grandfather. After gaining European experience in the Eredivisie and Belgian Pro League, he joined Persib Bandung. His pressing, movement and ability to carry the ball made him an important component of Indonesia’s attacking game.
- Mitchell Baker | Forward
A physical and versatile attacking option, Baker added presence to Garuda’s frontline. Raised in Australia with Indonesian heritage, he developed his game in U.S. collegiate soccer with the Georgetown Hoyas before receiving his first senior call-up in 2026. His size and direct style gave Indonesia another way to unsettle opposing defenses, including in the final against Thailand.
Substitutes and Squad Contributors
- Maarten Paes | Goalkeeper
Born in Nijmegen, Netherlands, Paes developed through the youth systems of VV Union and NEC Nijmegen before making his name with FC Utrecht. His connection to Indonesia comes through his maternal grandmother, who was born in Kediri, East Java. After establishing himself as an MLS All-Star with FC Dallas, Paes moved to AFC Ajax and made his Indonesia debut in 2024. His experience and command provided valuable depth behind Audero.
- Nadeo Argawinata | Goalkeeper
A native of Kediri, East Java, Nadeo developed at SSB Macan Putih before rising through the domestic ranks and becoming one of Indonesia’s most dependable goalkeepers. A two-time Liga 1 champion with Bali United before joining Persija Jakarta, he made his top-flight debut in 2016 and has remained a familiar presence in the national setup. During the tournament, his experience offered valuable depth between the posts.
- Jordi Amat | Defender / Midfielder
Born in Canet de Mar, Spain, Amat entered RCD Espanyol’s academy at age seven and went on to play in both La Liga and the Premier League with Swansea City. He traces his Indonesian lineage to the royal family of Siau in North Sulawesi. Having made his Garuda debut in 2022 and now playing for Persija Jakarta, the veteran brought experience and tactical intelligence to Herdman’s squad.
- Rizky Ridho | Defender
A cornerstone of Indonesia’s next generation of defenders, Ridho was born in Surabaya, East Java, and developed through Persebaya Surabaya’s academy, where he won the EPA U-20 title in 2019. The Persija Jakarta center-back captained Indonesia’s U-23 side to SEA Games gold in 2023 and made his senior debut in 2020. Introduced during the final, Ridho added fresh legs and defensive solidity as Thailand pushed for a late winner.
- Dion Markx | Defender
Markx represents one of the younger defensive talents in Indonesia’s setup. He developed in the youth systems of Dutch clubs Vitesse Arnhem and NEC Nijmegen before making his senior debut in Indonesia with Persita Tangerang in 2026. Connected to Indonesia through his paternal lineage, Markx earned valuable tournament minutes and demonstrated the positioning and composure expected of a developing center-back.
- Dean James | Defender
Hailing from Leiden, Netherlands, James began his professional career with FC Volendam in 2020 before establishing himself at Go Ahead Eagles, where he won the 2024-25 KNVB Cup. The full-back, who has Indonesian heritage, made his international debut in 2025. His ability to provide width and energy on the left gave Indonesia another option when changing the shape of the team.
James also delivered one of the final’s most important moments, opening the scoring in the 84th minute before Thailand responded three minutes later.
- Nathan Tjoe-A-On | Defender / Midfielder
Born in Rotterdam, Netherlands, Tjoe-A-On progressed through Excelsior Rotterdam’s academy before earning a place in the Eredivisie and later moving to Swansea City and Willem II. His Indonesian roots come through his maternal grandfather, who was born in Semarang, Central Java. Since making his Garuda debut in 2024, his versatility has allowed him to operate across the back line and midfield, giving Herdman another tactical option.
- Shayne Pattynama | Defender
Pattynama developed through the youth systems of SV Lelystad ’67, Ajax and FC Utrecht before building his senior career with Viking FK in Norway and KAS Eupen in Belgium. He traces his Indonesian heritage to Maluku and made his international debut in 2023. Pattynama was added to the tournament squad shortly before the competition, replacing Dony Tri Pamungkas, and subsequently provided defensive depth during the campaign.
- Ivar Jenner | Midfielder
A product of the IJFC, Ajax and FC Utrecht youth systems, Jenner established himself as a central midfielder in the Eerste Divisie before moving to Dewa United Banten. Connected to Indonesia through his paternal grandmother from Jember, East Java, Jenner made his senior international debut in 2023. His composure in possession and ability to resist pressure made him a useful option in midfield, including during the final.
- Rizky Eka Pratama | Midfielder / Winger
Born in Bone, South Sulawesi, Rizky Eka developed with PSM Makassar before breaking into the senior side in 2019 and playing a role in the club’s 2022-23 Liga 1 title campaign. Known for his pace and direct dribbling, the winger was brought into the ASEAN Cup squad after Yakob Sayuri withdrew through illness. His ability to attack space offered Indonesia another option late in matches.
- Rayhan Hannan | Midfielder
The son of former Indonesian footballer Harry Salisbury, Hannan was born in Jakarta and developed at Persija Jakarta, with a stint at Brisbane Roar in Australia. After earning Best Young Player honors in Liga 1 and making his senior national-team debut in 2023, Hannan added technical creativity and sharp movement to Herdman’s midfield options. He also featured during the final, entering in extra time as Indonesia searched for a winner.
- Egy Maulana Vikri | Midfielder / Forward
A standout talent from Medan, North Sumatra, Egy drew international attention after winning the Breakthrough Player award at the 2017 Toulon Tournament. His European journey took him to Lechia Gdańsk, FK Senica and Zlaté Moravce before returning to Indonesia with Dewa United Banten. A senior international since 2017, Egy’s creativity and experience gave Indonesia another attacking dimension during the group stage and knockout rounds.