Sanrawat sets Thailand's starting XI to face Turkmenistan, highlighting Yotsakorn and Iklas as the future of the national team.
On 31 Mar 2026, Sanrawat Desmit, former Thailand national team midfielder, arranged Thailand's starting XI for Thairath Sport ahead of the 2027 Asian Cup qualifying Group D match, where Thailand will face Turkmenistan on 31 March 2026 at 19:30 at Rajamangala Stadium.
Live broadcast 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, YouTube: Thairath Sport.
Sanrawat spoke about two rising stars, Yotsakorn Burapha and Iklas Sanharan, expressing regret that Yotsakorn withdrew from the Thailand national team due to knee ligament inflammation, as he views them as the team's future.
Sanrawat said, “It's a pity about Yotsakorn. This young player is very strong and definitely a hope for the future. He excels both offensively and defensively, with precise shooting. It's unfortunate he got injured.”
Regarding Iklas, he added, “This kid is impressive. He can sprint across the field; his speed is remarkable.”
In this match, Thailand has no choice but to "win" to guarantee qualification for the final round of the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia.
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