Indonesia lose Serie A defender Jay Idzes for FIFA ASEAN Cup
Sassuolo defender Jay Idzes tore his left quadriceps and is expected to need about a month to recover, ruling him out of Indonesia’s home FIFA ASEAN Cup from Sept. 25 to Oct. 5. He left in the 80th minute of Sassuolo’s 3-2 win over Juventus on Sept. 13.
Indonesia defender Jay Idzes (4) celebrates the opening goal in the 3–0 win over Vietnam in the second round of 2026 World Cup qualifying at Mỹ Đình Stadium on March 26, 2024; archival photo. Photo: Giang Huy.
Sassuolo defender Jay Idzes will miss the 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup after tearing his left quadriceps. He suffered the injury during the 3-2 win over Juventus on September 13 and is expected to need around a month to recover.
Indonesia hosts the tournament from September 25 to October 5. Idzes’ absence leaves the hosts needing a replacement in defence. He has made 18 appearances for Indonesia, establishing himself as an important member of the national side.
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