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Indonesia had their first shot on goal with a header, but it was caught cleanly by goalkeeper Kevin Mendoza.
A careless pass by a Philippines defender found Calvin Verdonk and it was a good chance for this left-back to finish, but his shot went over the bar.
A smooth play from Indonesia as Ferdinan passed the ball into the box for Verdonk to finish with power, but goalkeeper Mendoza was excellent.
After many efforts, Indonesia got what they needed. Thom Haye sprinted down unmarked before shooting from long range to open the scoring for Indonesia.
While Philippines have already been eliminated from the World Cup second qualifying round, Indonesia have a great chance to advance to the third round for the first time as they are one point ahead of Vietnam, who will face Iraq in the other game.
If Indonesia beat Philippines, they will advance regardless of the result of the other game. If they draw, Vietnam will have to defeat Iraq to take Indonesia's place. If it's a defeat for Indonesia, Vietnam will only need a draw.
Indonesia will have the support of the home fans at Gelora Bung Karrno Stadium in Jakarta.
