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Gladbach defender Kevin Diks captains Indonesia to ASEAN Cup final showdown with Thailand

Kevin Diks scored in Indonesia’s big win over Bangladesh as they reached the inaugural ASEAN Cup final.

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 4:38 PM
Gladbach defender Kevin Diks captains Indonesia to ASEAN Cup final showdown with Thailand
Key Things to Know
  • Kevin Diks captained Indonesia and scored in a 9-2 win over Bangladesh to reach the ASEAN Cup final.
  • Indonesia secured group advancement past Malaysia on goal difference thanks to late stoppage-time goals.
  • Mitchell Lee Baker scored five goals during Indonesia's decisive 9-2 group-stage victory.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Borussia Mönchengladbach center-back Kevin Diks captained Indonesia and scored in injury time during a 9-2 victory over Bangladesh. The win secured Indonesia's place in the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup final against Thailand. Indonesia needed three goals after the 90th-minute mark to finish ahead of Malaysia in the group, with Mitchell Lee Baker netting five goals to seal qualification.

Diks has played every minute for Gladbach this season, where manager Alexander Blessin recently replaced Eugen Polanski. The defender aims to claim silverware before returning to club action for the Rhine derby against Köln.

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