3 Thai U23 national team players to watch ahead of clash with China in the CFA Team China International Youth Tournament Xi'an.
On 24 Mar 2026 GMT+7, ahead of the CFA Team China International Youth Tournament at Xi'an International Football Center, Thailand's U23 national team will begin their campaign facing hosts China U23 on 25 March 2026 at 18:35 Thailand time.
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1. Oussama Tiankam, 22 years old
The left-back of Thai-Moroccan descent began his professional career with Association JS, a Moroccan Division 3 club, before moving to Thailand's top league with PT Prachuap FC in July 2025. His impressive performances caught the eye of coach Thawatchai Damrong-Ongtrakul, earning him a call-up to Thailand's U23 squad for the AFC U23 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia.
Although Thailand U23 lost 1-2 to Australia, Oussama came on in the second half and delivered an exciting performance, being seen as a future mainstay in the senior War Elephants defense.
2. Worawut Noysri
The promising 20-year-old winger started at Buriram United Academy and made his professional league debut at 17. After playing for several teams and competing in various matches, Chiangmai United secured him to strengthen their squad.
3. Jehanafi Mama
The young forward from Pattani, playing for PT Prachuap FC, expressed his joy at his first call-up to the Thailand national team and hopes to inspire players from the three southern border provinces.
Jehanafi previously played for Pattani FC, scoring for the team at just 17 years old, then moved to Yala FC where he recorded a hat-trick at 18 before joining PT Prachuap FC.
Coach Teea praised him, saying, "Jehanafi is a fast player with a great mindset. He is currently waiting for his opportunity."
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