Finalists confirmed: ASEAN Cup 2026 final schedule announced as Thailand vies for an eighth championship.
On 19 August 2026, the ASEAN Cup 2026 (ASEAN Football Championship 2026) final schedule was announced after Thailand secured their place in the final. On this day, one semifinal match took place between Vietnam and Malaysia.
Vietnam avenged their previous defeat by beating Malaysia 2-0, winning 4-0 on aggregate. The "Golden Star" team advanced to defend their title against Thailand, repeating the 2024 ASEAN Cup final matchup where Vietnam won 5-3 on aggregate.
Thailand will compete for their eighth ASEAN Cup title, having previously won in 1996, 2000, 2002, 2014, 2016, 2020, and 2022.
Vietnam will aim for their fourth championship title, following wins in 2008, 2018, and 2024.
First leg: Saturday, 22 August 2026
20:00 — Thailand vs. Vietnam (Rajamangala National Stadium)
Second leg: Wednesday, 26 August 2026
(Time to be confirmed) Vietnam vs. Thailand (Venue to be confirmed)