Golden Opportunity! "Thanakrit" reveals his determination to be selected for the 2025 SEA Games squad, declaring it a platform to build his own value.
On 14 Nov 2025 GMT+7, Thanakrit Chotmuangpak, a rising star from Buriram United and a key forward for Thailand's U23 national team, spoke about the team's readiness during their ongoing training camp. He stated that he now has a good understanding of the team's tactics. "This is my third camp, so I have a good grasp of the team's tactics. Everyone is working to continuously improve our strategies."
"Jaonuea" also commented on the SEA Games scheduled for December, highlighting Vietnam and Indonesia as rivals that cannot be underestimated in the race for the gold medal.
"At a high-level competition, I think every team has physically strong players. My strength might not match theirs yet, but it’s not just about physicality. For this SEA Games, the main competitors are Vietnam and Indonesia, as I have had the chance to follow their games and they have performed well."
Since childhood, he has had many opportunities to watch the SEA Games and views it as a significant and valuable event for all participating countries.
"Everyone in this squad wants to earn a spot in the SEA Games. If we get to play and perform well, leading the team to success, it will increase our personal value. If given the chance, I will do my best to win the gold medal. I ask Thai fans to cheer for us a lot. We will try our best."
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