The starting 11 players for the Thailand U23 War Elephants have been announced ahead of their final group stage match against China, with hopes to advance.
On 14 January 2026, the starting lineup for the Thailand national team versus China was announced for the Asian Championship quarterfinal qualification match. The game takes place on 14 January 2026 at 18:30 (Thailand time) and will be broadcast live on YouTube: BG SPORTS.
Thailand will play in a 4-2-3-1 formation featuring Chomphat Boonlert (GK), Saphon Noywong, Pitchit Chai Sierkratok (C), Wision Inaram, Usamma Tiangkam, Peeranun Buakai, Sittha Boonla, Chawanwit Saelao, Pripon Wongsa, Iklas Sanharon, and Chinngein Phutanyong.
The only condition for Thailand to advance to the quarterfinals is to beat the group D leader, China U23. If Thailand wins, both teams will have 4 points, but Thailand U23 will advance due to a better head-to-head record.