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November 15, 2026
Myanmar defeated the Philippines 3-1, while Indonesia beat Cambodia 2-0 on the third matchday of Group A in the 2027 AFC U17 Asian Cup qualifiers, hosted by Myanmar, on 14 November.
At Thuwunna Stadium, Myanmar secured their first win of the qualifiers, keeping their hopes of qualification alive after losing to Afghanistan in their opening match. Both teams attacked from the outset, but Myanmar took the lead in first-half stoppage time through Thura Hein Htet, who scored in 45+1 minutes.
Myanmar doubled their lead in 52 minutes when Paing Zay Htun scored their second goal. However, Mula pulled one back for the Philippines with a long-range effort in 71 minutes. The hosts sealed their 3-1 victory through Thet Naing Oo’s goal in 77 minutes.
In the other Group A match at Star City Stadium, Indonesia defeated Cambodia 2-0. The fourth matchday will take place on 17 November, with Myanmar facing Cambodia at Star City Stadium at 3 pm and Afghanistan taking on Indonesia at Thuwunna Stadium.
At the end of the third matchday, Afghanistan and Indonesia lead the standings with six points each from two matches. Myanmar have three points from two matches, while the Philippines have three points from three matches. Cambodia remains pointless after suffering three defeats. — Ko Nyi Lay/KZL
