Summary of the drama involving “Ajarn Sakol Kliangprasert,” Dream Truck coach, parting ways with Mon Thong Witthaya, softly addressing Tae Warakorn.
Following the controversy between Mon Thong Witthaya school football team and former coach Ajarn Sakol Kliangprasert, it has been confirmed they have officially parted ways. Mon Thong has appointed “Coach Jun” Anurak Srikerd to lead the team, while coach Pol, driver of the “Dream Truck,” is preparing to create a new legacy at Phutthirangsipiboon School.
Here is a summary timeline of the events leading to the split between Ajarn Sakol and Mon Thong Witthaya up to now.
23 February 2026 GMT+7
Ajarn Sakol Kliangprasert revealed to the media his plan to leave Mon Thong Witthaya despite having one year left on a three-year agreement, sparking questions about the reasons for the separation.
24 February 2026 GMT+7
Ajarn Sakol expressed his intention to move to coach Phutthirangsipiboon School in Chachoengsao Province, stating that about 80 percent of Mon Thong Witthaya players might follow him.
25 February 2026 GMT+7
Ajarn Sakol revealed he was dismissed from Mon Thong Witthaya due to a leaked audio clip of a conversation with an opponent, who secretly recorded it. He said he felt he was treated unfairly, admitted the truth of his words, and was not angry at the recorder because they had also been mistreated by the school. He added, “One day, they told us our house was dirty and told us to leave.” Regarding allegations of embezzling Mon Thong Witthaya’s money, Ajarn Sakol denied this, explaining that nearly one million baht raised from 7-Color Football fan donations was spent on a six-wheel truck and a van. Earnings from football competitions were distributed directly to players and staff, which the team members witnessed.
26 February 2026 GMT+7
Tae Warakorn’s elder brother confirmed that he would remain with Mon Thong Witthaya for the next semester. On the same night, a clip showed Tae walking alone carrying items out of the stadium late at night, raising questions about why no players helped him and noting that stadium lights went out as if intentionally turned off.
27 February 2026 GMT+7
Tae Warakorn spoke about his decision to stay with the Mon Thong Witthaya football team despite earlier saying in a live broadcast that he would follow Ajarn Sakol.
“At first, when I said I was going, I thought the Port Authority contract required me to go. When I spoke with them, they said my position would remain the same, so I decided to stay.”
He emphasized the decision was his own, with no coercion, having promised his parents it would be final. With only one year left before graduation, he did not want to repeat grade 10.
Regarding the drama of Ajarn Sakol walking alone in the dark carrying items without help, Tae Warakorn expressed confusion that criticism extended to his family, noting he was not present that day as he was attending the final physiotherapy session of the month.
Ajarn Sakol explained that the clip was taken while players were being dismissed for dinner. He was about to get into his vehicle, but since the parking spot was far due to construction, he chose to shortcut across the field instead of walking along the road.
On the issue of the lights going out, he said he did not know who turned them off and believed no one intended to do so, as he was not a threat to anyone.
Regarding Tae Warakorn not following Ajarn Sakol, he said he did not understand Tae’s thoughts. If Tae decided to stay at Mon Thong, he should help out today. Ajarn Sakol criticized athletes who negotiate too much or cannot be disciplined, saying it will soon be clear whether coaches shape players or players shape coaches.
On the hashtag “Have Tae, no coach,” Ajarn Sakol frankly said he felt his life should not have included Tae from the start, as Tae was not selected by him but sneaked in. However, since the role Ajarn Sakol assigned was well done by Tae, he survived. “Those who love Tae can support him; those who love Sakol can support me. During my year here, Tae built a reputation, but if I leave, will I be able to rebuild mine? I don’t know what the drama is about; I’m not interested.”