The Indonesia Women’s National Team suffered a crushing 0-8 defeat against Thailand in their opening Group A match of the SEA Games 2025 women’s football tournament. The encounter, held at Chonburi Stadium on Thursday (December 4), saw Indonesia overwhelmed by a dominant Thai side.
Thailand, showcasing their experience as a two-time participant in the Women’s World Cup, demonstrated superior class throughout the game. Their play was meticulously organized, exhibiting a seamless flow across the pitch, while their set pieces consistently posed a significant threat to Indonesia’s defense.
In stark contrast, the Garuda Pertiwi, as the Indonesian team is affectionately known, struggled to establish any rhythm or develop their game. Captain Claudia Scheunemann and her teammates managed only a single meaningful attempt on Thailand’s goal. This result further extends Indonesia’s unenviable record, marking their seventh consecutive loss against Thailand in as many encounters.
Line-ups for Indonesia vs. Thailand
Indonesia: Iris de Rouw, Vivi Oktavia, Emily Nahon, Gea Yumanda, Felicia de Zeeuw, Helsya Maeisyaroh, Reva Octaviani, Sheva Imut, Nafeeza Nori, Claudia Scheunemann.
Thailand: Thichanan Sodchuen, Kanjanaporn Saenkhun, Panittha Jeeratanapavibul, Silawan Inamee, Pluemjai Sontisawat, Jiraporn Mongkoldee, Chatchawan Rodthong, Sunisa Srangthaisong, Saowalak Pengngam, Pitsamai Sornsai, Pattaranan Aupachai.
The floodgates opened just eight minutes into the game when Indonesian goalkeeper Iris de Rouw was forced to pick the ball out of her own net. Indonesia conceded an unfortunate early goal due to a defensive blunder in their penalty area during an attempted clearance. The sequence began with Thailand launching an attack from a corner kick. As Indonesia scrambled to clear the ball, Nafeeza Nori’s attempted clearance struck teammate Gea Yumanda, deflecting the ball agonizingly into their own goal, handing Thailand a 1-0 lead.
The early lead bolstered Thailand’s confidence, allowing them to assert complete control over the game. Their strategic build-up play was remarkably precise, leading to numerous dangerous attacks that constantly threatened Indonesia’s backline. Thailand’s effectiveness wasn’t limited to open play; their set pieces also proved deadly. In the 21st minute, they doubled their advantage from another corner kick. A chaotic scramble in front of the goal ultimately saw Pattaranan Aupachai capitalize on the confusion to slot the ball home.
However, the second goal was not without controversy. During the melee, goalkeeper Iris de Rouw appeared to be impeded by Thailand’s Jiraporn Mongkoldee as she attempted to gather the ball. This alleged interference caused de Rouw to spill the ball, leaving it perfectly for Aupachai to tap in.
Thailand’s proficiency from dead-ball situations continued to pay dividends. Just six minutes later, in the 27th minute, another corner kick created pandemonium in the Indonesian box. Amidst the chaos, Silawan Intamee was on hand to effortlessly nudge the ball into the net, extending Thailand’s lead to 3-0. Before the halftime whistle, Thailand further solidified their dominance, making it 4-0 in the 43rd minute when Saowalak Pengngam unleashed a powerful strike from outside the penalty area, finding the back of the net. The first half concluded with Indonesia facing an insurmountable deficit.
The second half brought no respite for Indonesia, as Thailand continued their relentless assault. Just four minutes after the restart, in the 49th minute, Jiraporn Mongkoldee converted a penalty kick after Sheva Imut committed a foul inside the 18-yard box, pushing the score to 5-0. Shortly thereafter, Indonesia conceded yet another penalty when Remini Rumbewas fouled a Thai player in the box. Mongkoldee stepped up once more, calmly converting from the spot in the 52nd minute to secure her brace and extend Thailand’s lead to 6-0.
The goals kept flowing for Thailand. In the 55th minute, Panittha Jeeratanapavibul added her name to the scoresheet, capitalizing on another well-executed corner kick routine. Just four minutes later, in the 59th minute, Jiraporn Mongkoldee completed her impressive hat-trick, pouncing on a rebound inside Indonesia’s penalty area to make it 8-0.
Amidst the one-sided affair, Indonesia finally mustered a golden opportunity in the 75th minute through Aulia Al Mabruroh. The player from Lampung unleashed a curling shot from outside the box that sailed towards the top left corner of Thailand’s goal. However, Thai goalkeeper Thichanan Sodchuen was alert and managed to parry the powerful attempt away.
Despite several additional attacks from Thailand after their eighth goal, they were unable to convert any further chances. The match ultimately concluded with a resounding 0-8 victory for Thailand, leaving the Indonesian side with a significant challenge ahead.
Following this tough opener, the Indonesia Women’s National Team will look to regroup as they prepare to face Singapore in their second Group A fixture on Saturday, December 7.
Summary
The Indonesia Women’s National Team was decisively defeated 0-8 by Thailand in their opening Group A match of the SEA Games 2025 women’s football tournament. Held at Chonburi Stadium on Thursday (December 4), Thailand showcased their superior class and organization, scoring four goals in the first half. This overwhelming performance extended Indonesia’s losing streak against Thailand to seven consecutive encounters.
Thailand continued their relentless assault in the second half, adding four more goals through open play and two penalties, with Jiraporn Mongkoldee completing a hat-trick. Indonesia’s defense struggled against Thailand’s organized attacks and potent set pieces, managing only a single significant attempt on goal throughout the match. Indonesia will now look to regroup before facing Singapore in their next Group A fixture on Saturday, December 7.