Indonesia Women's National Team Wins 2026 AFF Women's Cup, Retaining Title with Resounding 5-0 Victory Over Laos

The Indonesian women's national team has once again made history in Southeast Asian football. Garuda Pertiwi successfully retained the 2026 AFF Women’s Cup title after a stellar performance, defeating Laos with a commanding 5-0 scoreline in the final held at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium, Malaysia, on Wednesday (July 22, 2026).

Indonesia asserted its dominance right from the opening whistle. Fast-paced play, solid inter-line coordination, and effective finishing stifled Laos's ability to build their game. Consequently, Garuda Pertiwi netted five goals through Sydney Hopper, Isabelle Nottet, Estella Loupatty, Felicia de Zeeuw, and Emily Nahon.

This victory ensures Indonesia retains the title it first won in the 2024 edition. Thus, Garuda Pertiwi has successfully secured back-to-back AFF Women’s Cup titles—a feat unmatched by any other team since the tournament's inception in 2024.

The successful defense of the 2026 AFF Women’s Cup title is expected to serve as a catalyst for the resurgence of women's football in Indonesia.

Retaining the title, setting a new record, and securing a spot in the 2027 AFF Women’s Championship represent proud achievements for Indonesian football. Now, the public eagerly awaits Garuda Pertiwi’s next steps as they continue to bring glory to the nation on the international stage.