Tunku Ismail Ibni Sultan Ibrahim accepted the defeat and offered encouragement to Buriram United.
On 14 May 2026, after Buriram United lost 1-2 at home to Johor Darul Ta'zim, the aggregate score over two legs was 3-2, allowing Buriram to advance to the final of the 2025/26 ASEAN Club Championship.
Tunku Ismail Ibni Sultan Ibrahim, owner of Johor Darul Ta'zim, posted a congratulatory message to Buriram United on the club's Instagram.
“Congratulations to Buriram 欄 May you continue to inspire. I learned from you in 2017 when I visited Buriram, and I will continue to learn. Ultimately, we are clear examples of dedication and pushing the limits of Southeast Asian clubs as we challenge Asia's giants in the 'ACLE.' Good luck, and I hope we meet again in the next competition 欄”
