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Indonesia wins Asean Cup
Indonesia's Asean Cup victory boosts Infantino's FIFA campaign.
In brief
Indonesia's Asean Cup victory boosts Infantino's FIFA campaign. Indonesia won the Asean Cup 9-2 against Thailand in a penalty shootout, a tournament FIFA president Gianni Infantino created to gain support ahead of his election. Originally reported by the Guardian.
Indonesia triumphs in Asean Cup
Indonesia defeated Thailand in the final of the eight-team Asean Cup with a 9-2 penalty shootout victory.
Fifa president's Asian push
Gianni Infantino, FIFA president, created the Asean Cup to gain support in Asia ahead of his election.
Indonesia's hosting advantage
Indonesia hosted the Asean Cup during the international window to field stronger teams.
Tournament's narrow margins
Indonesia won their group by a 9-2 margin after scoring in the 96th and 97th minutes.
Thailand's strong showing
Thailand won the Asean Cup final with a 2-2 draw after 120 minutes and a 4-2 penalty shootout.
Fifa's Asian strategy
Fifa invited China and India to the Asean Cup but both declined to participate.
Indonesia's election impact
Indonesia's victory may boost FIFA president Gianni Infantino's chances in the upcoming election.
The bottom line
Indonesia won the Asean Cup 9-2 against Thailand in a penalty shootout, a tournament FIFA president Gianni Infantino created to gain support ahead of his election.
