Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. Indonesia’s U-19 national team began their AFF U-19 Championship 2026 campaign with a convincing 3-0 victory over Myanmar in Group A on Monday(1/6/2026) at North Sumatra Main Stadium.

The victory places Indonesia alongside Vietnam at the top of the standings, both teams earning three points with identical scorelines.

Under coach Nova Arianto, Indonesia dominated possession and pressed aggressively, leaving Myanmar struggling to build attacks. Despite the emphatic result, he raised his mixed feelings, noting areas for improvement. “

We must sharpen our performance further,” Coach NOva commented after the match.

The victory highlighted Indonesia’s strength in youth football and set the stage for a competitive group phase. 

(mg/nf/pr/rs)