KUALA LUMPUR (17 August 2017) – THAILAND were made to sweat before recording a slim 1-0 win over Timor Leste in the Group B men’s at Selayang Stadium on Thursday.
Thailand’s only goal came from Warochit Kanitsribumphen in after the breather in the 59th minute.
“Our mission is to top the group and also, to bring home the coveted gold medal,” Thailand manager, Watanya.
In the other match, Indonesia defeated Philippines 3-0 at Shah Alam Stadium with goals Septian David Maulana (6th min), Muhammad Hargianto (45th) and Saddil Ramdani in the 58th minute.
Indonesia take on Timor Leste while Philippines are up against Vietnam on Sunday (20 Aug).