Buriram United fell behind in the 16th minute but remained undeterred, quickly mounting a relentless comeback before hosting and thrashing Singha Chiang Rai United 8-1 to solidify their solo lead.
On 18 Jan 2026 GMT+7, in the BYD CYLION SIX League One 2025-26 season at Chang Arena, Buriram United defeated Singha Chiang Rai United 8-1.
Buriram United continued to demonstrate their strength as league leaders by decisively beating Singha Chiang Rai United 8-1 at home. Although they conceded early, they accelerated their attack relentlessly, boosting their points to 47 and extending their lead at the top by 12 points.
Before the match, the Thunder Castle had just secured their first win of the second leg with a narrow 1-0 away victory over Uthai Thani FC. Good news included the return of Guilherme Bissoli from suspension, while Theerathon Bunmathan was sidelined due to his own suspension.
Meanwhile, visitors Chiang Rai continued their poor form and missed two defenders, Elio and Jonata Versura, for this match.
Just 16 minutes into the game, Chiang Rai shocked the home side when Montri Promsawat delivered a cross to Jordan Emmavive, who fired a left-footed shot to put the visitors ahead 1-0.
However, Buriram did not lose heart and nearly equalized immediately with a free-kick from Robert Zulj that struck the post. They eventually leveled at 1-1 in the 28th minute when Suphanat Muentata controlled the ball and fired a precise right-footed shot.
Three minutes later, Buriram took the lead 2-1 after a defensive clearance failed, allowing Robert Zulj to score from close range. At the 33rd minute, Guilherme Bissoli headed in a cross from Sasalak Haiprakhon to extend the score to 3-1.
In first-half injury time at 45+2 minutes, Buriram kept pressing as Zulj executed a backheel pass to Thanakrit Chotiemuangpak, who broke through and scored at the far post, making it 4-1 before halftime.
In the second half, Buriram maintained control. At 72 minutes, Ruben Sanchez showcased his skill by dribbling past defenders and scoring to make it 5-1. Then at 82 minutes, Thanakrit Chotiemuangpak scored his second goal, increasing the lead to 6-1.
The scoring spree continued with Eduardo Mancha adding a seventh goal at 85 minutes, followed by a penalty converted by Goran Kausic at 89 minutes, sealing Buriram United's emphatic 8-1 victory.
This win underscored Buriram United's strength, highlighting their versatile attack and squad depth as they confidently pursue the championship this season.