Match analysis: Thailand National Team vs Singapore in the 2026 ASEAN Cup semifinal leg 2, kick-off at 20:00 on 18 Aug 2026 GMT+7.
On 18 August 2026, the Thailand men's national football team will host Singapore in the second leg of the 2026 ASEAN Cup semifinal, kicking off at 20:00 GMT+7 at Rajamangala Stadium.
Thailand National Team analysis
Anthony Hudson, head coach of the Thailand national team, led the team to a 3-1 away victory over Singapore in the first leg of the semifinal, putting them in a strong position to reach the final, where they may face Vietnam, who won 2-0 against Malaysia in their first leg. However, Hudson emphasized focusing on each game and not underestimating Singapore in leg two.
The team is fully fit and without suspensions for this match, ready to field their best lineup, expected to be the same squad that won 3-1 over Singapore in the first semifinal leg. Key players include Sarach Yooyen, Kakan Kamyok, Seksan Ratri, Yotsakorn Burapha, and Teerasil Phayapimai.
Predicted Thailand starting eleven in a 4-4-2 formation: Kampon Pathom-akardkul (GK); Waris Chuthong, Manuel Tom Bihr, Natthapong Sairiya, Usamma Tiangkam; Seksan Ratri, Sarach Yooyen (Captain), Chaipol Adtan, Kakan Kamyok; Yotsakorn Burapha, Teerasil Phayapimai.
Singapore analysis
Gavin Lee, Singapore's coach, saw his team lose 1-3 at home to Thailand in the first leg, falling short of their goal to beat the 'War Elephants.' Nonetheless, they remain confident they can turn the tie around and advance in this second leg.
Key players remain available for Singapore, including Ilhan Fandi, who scored against Thailand in the last match, winger Glen Kuay, and experienced forward Shavol Anuar.
Score prediction
Thailand to win 1-0.