Asean Cup 2025: Malaysia U-23 drawn in Group A alongside Indonesia, Philippines, Brunei
According to a statement from the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) today, Malaysia will kick off their campaign against the Philippines on July 15, followed by a match against Brunei on July 18, before concluding the group stage with a clash against Indonesia on July 21.
All Group A matches are set to be played at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta.
The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals scheduled for July 25, while the third-place playoff and final will take place on July 29. — Bernama
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