Singapore are through. The Lions booked their place in the ASEAN Hyundai Cup 2026 semi-finals on Friday, holding Indonesia to a 1-1 draw at Jalan Besar to finish second in Group A. Defending champions Vietnam took top spot with a 3-1 win over Cambodia, so both Group A sides move on to the last four.
Ilhan Fandi keeps the Lions ticking
Indonesia struck first through Ragnar Oratmangoen on 47 minutes, but Singapore responded when Ilhan Fandi levelled on 66 minutes, a goal that ultimately secured the point Singapore needed. It was the kind of composed, resilient display that has defined the Lions’ group campaign, and it sends Gavin Lee’s side into the knockout rounds with belief.
How Group A finished
Vietnam top the group after their win over Cambodia, with Singapore joining them in second. For the Lions, reaching the semi-finals of a regional tournament is a real marker of progress, and it sets up a mouth-watering last-four tie once the Group B picture is complete.
Thailand and Malaysia complete the last four
Group B is now settled. Thailand made it four wins from four, beating Myanmar 2-0 in Bangkok through goals from Worachit Kanitsribumphen on 11 minutes and Jehhanafee Mamah on 52 minutes to finish top with a perfect record. Malaysia won to secure second place and the final semi-final berth.
The confirmed semi-final line-up
With all four last-four places decided, the semi-finals pit Singapore against Thailand and Malaysia against defending champions Vietnam. Gavin Lee’s Lions face the toughest possible draw in seven-time champions Thailand, while Malaysia meet a Vietnam side that topped Group A. It promises a cracking finish to the tournament.
For the build-up, revisit our Singapore vs Indonesia match guide and our look at Malaysia’s perfect Group B run.
