Nualphan Lamsam, President of the Football Association of Thailand, announced a bonus of up to 5 million baht if the Thailand national team defeats Turkmenistan in the decisive qualifier for the 2027 Asian Cup.
On 30 Mar 2026 GMT+7, "Madam Pang" Nualphan Lamsam, President of the Football Association of Thailand, announced a 3 million baht bonus if the home team wins against Turkmenistan. If the victory margin is 3 goals or more, the bonus will increase to 5 million baht. If the "War Elephants," Thailand's national team under English head coach Anthony Hudson, can defeat Turkmenistan in tomorrow's decisive 2027 Asian Cup qualifier match.
Currently, the "War Elephants" face a situation with only one option: they must win at home against Turkmenistan to qualify for the final round of the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia.
Recently, "Madam Pang" Nualphan Lamsam said, "This is one of the most important games for the Thailand national team in many years. Given our current situation, we cannot deny that we are under more pressure than Turkmenistan. But since I arrived today, I have seen smiles, laughter, and unity among everyone. I am confident we can do it and overcome this pressure together."
"As athletes, nothing is greater than the opportunity to represent the Thailand national team. Certainly, all 23 players here are ready to give their all. At the same time, I see everyone working very hard, including the coaching staff led by Anthony Hudson. Therefore, I want to further boost everyone's morale by offering a 3 million baht bonus for a win, increasing to 5 million baht if the margin is 3 goals or more. I hope fans will come to fill Rajamangala Stadium and show that this is our home, this is Thailand, and here we will qualify together."
The Thailand men's national football team will play the 2027 Asian Cup qualifying match, Group D, Matchday 6 against Turkmenistan on 31 March 2026 GMT+7 at 19:30 at Rajamangala Stadium. The match will be broadcast live on Thairath TV Channel 32, www.thairath.co.th/tv/live, Facebook: Thairath TV www.facebook.com/ThairathTV, and Thairath Sport www.facebook.com/ThairathSport.