Match Report
The ASEAN Club Championship title has been won by Buriram United after they secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Selangor in the final, which took place at the MBPJ Stadium on May 20, 2026, a result that will be remembered for its intense competition and strategic gameplay.
The ASEAN Club Championship is one of the most prestigious club competitions in Southeast Asia, and this year's final was highly anticipated, with both Selangor and Buriram United demonstrating exceptional skill and determination throughout the tournament. Selangor, the home team, had been looking to capitalize on their home advantage and lift the trophy in front of their fans, but it was not meant to be. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to break down the solid defense of Buriram United, who proved to be a formidable opponent.
Selangor started the match with a strong lineup, featuring S. Nazrel, Q. Cheng, R. Ankrah, S. Baharudin, M. Abualnadi, N. Al Rawabdeh, N. Laine, A. Fortes, H. Boumous, F. Halim, and Chrigor Moraes, but unfortunately, their formation and strategy were not enough to outmaneuver their opponents. On the other hand, Buriram United's starting XI, consisting of N. Etheridge, Ko Myeong-Seok, K. Dougall, Edu Mancha, S. Haiprakon, K. Schindler, P. Zulj, T. Bunmathan, R. Zulj, S. Mueanta, and S. Jaided, worked together seamlessly to achieve their goal.
The match took place at the MBPJ Stadium, which provided an electric atmosphere, with the home fans cheering on Selangor and trying to intimidate Buriram United. However, the away team remained focused and composed, ultimately emerging victorious with a 1-0 scoreline. The victory marks a significant achievement for Buriram United, who have demonstrated their strength and resilience in the ASEAN Club Championship.
As the winner of the ASEAN Club Championship, Buriram United will be celebrated as the best club team in Southeast Asia, and their victory will be seen as a testament to their hard work and dedication. The team will likely receive praise and recognition from fans and pundits alike, and their victory will be remembered for years to come. For Selangor, the defeat will be a disappointing end to their campaign, but they can still take pride in their performance and look forward to future competitions.
The implications of this result are significant, as Buriram United's victory will have a major impact on the football landscape in Southeast Asia. The team's success will likely inspire other clubs in the region to strive for excellence, and the ASEAN Club Championship will continue to grow in popularity and prestige. As for Selangor, they will need to regroup and reassess their strategy in order to bounce back from this defeat and compete at the highest level in future tournaments.
Events
- 25'S. MueantaT. Bunmathan
- H. Boumous35'
- 35'T. Bunmathan
- A. Fortes45+4'
- R. AnkrahZ. Khalili46'
- Z. Khalili54'
- 57'S. Mueanta
- 70'S. MueantaP. Sukjitthammakul
- 72'S. Jaided
- M. AbualnadiH. Haiqal78'
- 80'Ko Myeong-Seok
- N. LaineS. Bashah82'
- Q. ChengM. Ajmal82'
- 86'N. Etheridge
- H. Haiqal90+4'
- 90+1'K. SchindlerS. Lee-Oh
- 90+3'Edu ManchaP. Hemviboon

