"Ekanit Panya," a Thai national football player, took part in the military draft lottery in Phaya Mengrai District, Chiang Rai Province.
Date: 8 April 2026 GMT+7 Updates: Ekanit Panya, a player for BG Pathum United and the Thai national team, returned to his hometown to participate in the military draft lottery after previously receiving deferments. Now at 26 years old, he was required to join the selection process.
Ekanit completed the lottery drawing amidst local residents observing. After waiting briefly, he drew a black card, meaning he is exempt from military service.
Fans praised him as a good example for youth, following all the proper procedures.
- A role model for young people. When the time comes, you have to step up.
- Professional.
- Son of the assistant.
- Thinking of Nong Book already.
Meanwhile, today is the turn of Kritsada Kaman, teammate of Ekanit at BG Pathum United and the Thai national team, to participate in the lottery drawing in Trat Province.