Brunei Darussalam edged out Bhutan 2-1 in a closely fought AFC Asian Cup qualifying match on June 10, 2025. The home side claimed all three points in an entertaining contest that saw both teams create numerous chances throughout the ninety minutes. Brunei took an early lead, capitalizing on a defensive error, but Bhutan responded strongly and leveled the score before halftime with a well-taken strike. The match winner came in the second half for Brunei, a powerful header from a corner kick that proved to be the difference. The result is a significant boost for Brunei's qualification hopes, moving them up the standings, while Bhutan will be disappointed not to have taken at least a point from their travels. Both managers acknowledged the competitive nature of the match, with the winning coach highlighting his team's resilience.