One thing that makes the 2025 SEA Games held in our country utterly forgettable, for me,
is the Thai Football Association's shocking failure to win gold medals in four categories: men's football, women's football, men's futsal, and women's futsal.
This has made it one of the five most disappointing sports associations in this SEA Games, which is both sad and deeply painful.
As a media member and fan, I feel this disappointment intensely.
Now imagine how deeply hurt the association's leader, Madam Pang Nuansap Lamsam, must feel.
The question is: who should be held responsible for these mistakes at the SEA Games?
There's no need to look for scapegoats or public sacrifices to blame here.
All of us involved in the Thai football ecosystem must share responsibility together.
And we must work together to find solutions for a better future.
Of course, the association president must bear the heaviest burden first; that can't be denied.
But responsibility should not mean resignation, unlike what some keyboard warriors or influencers post just to get likes and shares.
That kind of reaction only fuels frustration among disappointed football fans and is simply inappropriate.
Remember, over the past two years, it has been Madam Pang herself,
who has been the hope and guiding light keeping Thai football afloat, relying on "white capital."
Without this petite and determined woman, I don't see anyone else sincerely stepping in to support our football community.
Previously, Thai football’s value and image had plummeted due to vultures and opportunists seeking only to profit.
But today, those harmful influences are gradually being cleansed and diminished.
This is thanks to transparent management free from conflicts of interest during Madam Pang's era.
What remains are tangible results from the national teams, which serve as the "showcase products."
Along with a clear approach to youth development,
building a strong and sustainable foundation for Thai football's future.
But Madam Pang cannot do this alone.
Managing a public sports association, securing funding, and supporting member clubs daily is already an enormous challenge.
It’s almost overwhelming and stressful.
Therefore, Madam Pang must find a qualified and capable new generation leader to serve as "CEO."
This CEO will help set strategy for all Thai national teams at every level from now on.
This person must have full authority to plan, set policies, and rigorously monitor and evaluate the national teams.
They must answer all questions clearly and listen to constructive criticism from both the media and fans who provide feedback to the association.
It would be like pooling ideas from all sectors to find real solutions.
Addressing problems logically and effectively.
Equally important is establishing concrete policies for youth football development.
We must avoid superficial gestures like in the past, without real substance.
Because such efforts solve nothing for anyone.
Having a director or expert specifically overseeing youth football would be excellent.
This specialist could provide focused supervision and guidance in this area.
The strategy for Thai football to reach the World Cup must focus on preparing the Thai U-17 team.
They must strive to qualify for the Youth World Cup next year at all costs.
Simply put, if our youth teams can't reach the finals of the World Cup,
how can we expect the senior teams to succeed?
Finally, I want to offer my support for Madam Pang to continue her hard work with dedication.
In the remaining two years, I hope her leadership in football administration will be clearly recognized.
The name Nuansap Lamsam should not be just a fleeting trend.
It must become a "legend" that everyone remembers.
Only then will it truly be worthy.
Bee Bangpakong
joggingboy_be@yahoo.com