Waiting for the ticket! Willian Popp signals his readiness to rescue Muangthong United as they struggle to avoid relegation in Thai League 1.
On 14 Jan 2026 GMT+7, Willian Popp, the Brazilian forward for Muangthong United, is preparing to return to Thailand to help the team overcome their crisis in the 2025/26 Thai League 1 season. The "Kilen Phayong," four-time league champions, have lost three consecutive matches, resulting in a season record of 3 wins, 4 draws, and 9 losses from 16 games, earning only 13 points and placing them 13th on the table—just one point above the relegation zone.
The 31-year-old forward revealed on his personal Instagram, "I have been working hard and training seriously twice a day. I am fully ready and eager to wear this jersey again to help the club get through this difficult time."
"Right now, I am waiting for my visa and travel tickets from the club so I can return to train with my teammates and prepare for the upcoming games."
Willian Popp suffered a fractured ankle bone during a preseason friendly match in the 2025/26 season when Muangthong United defeated PT Prachuap FC 3-1 on 2 Aug 2025 GMT+7. This injury required surgery and a long recovery period of seven months before he returned to Brazil for further treatment.