Supachai Jaided and Krisda Kaman have shared their feelings ahead of the Thai national football team's intense battle against Turkmenistan in the decisive qualifiers for the 2027 Asian Cup.
On 28 March 2026, Supachai Jaided and Krisda Kaman spoke about their feelings before the 'War Elephants,' Thailand’s national team led by English head coach Anthony Hudson, prepare to face Turkmenistan in the Group D qualifiers for the 2027 Asian Cup. The matchday 6 game will take place on 31 March 2026 at 19:30 at Rajamangala Stadium.
Starting with Supachai Jaided, the forward from Buriram United, who said, "Right now, everyone on the team is very focused. Our readiness is nearly 100 percent, and I'm confident we will be fully prepared on match day. Everyone is working hard to learn tactics, understand the game plan, and the style of play the coach has set."
"Turkmenistan is a strong team. We will face fast-paced attacking football and physical strength from them. However, we have our fans supporting us, and we will never give up. We will try to play in the Thai national team's style to win."
"I am confident, and so are my teammates and friends on the team, that we will advance to the next round. On 31 March, we must stay focused and use our home advantage as motivation and strength in the fight against Turkmenistan. I invite fans to come out and cheer us on to fill the stadium. Everyone will give their best, run with full energy to secure the victory and advance together. We want lots of fan support because players need encouragement. Don't forget to come cheer us at the stadium."
Meanwhile, Krisda Kaman, a midfielder from BG Pathum United, said, "I am happy to have the opportunity to return to the national team. The camp atmosphere is still warm as before. Everyone is pushing hard and helping each other because we have one more game to play to advance to the next round."
"I am 100 percent ready now, and everyone is equally prepared for the game against Turkmenistan. We have to play patiently, help each other, unite our strength, and try to create many scoring chances. My personal goal is to secure all three points to guarantee advancing to the next round. I ask fans to come and support us a lot. We will win together and advance to the final round in Saudi Arabia."
The Thai men's national football team will compete in the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers, Group D, matchday 6 against Turkmenistan on 31 March 2026 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 at www.facebook.com/ThairathTV, and Thairath Sport at www.facebook.com/ThairathSport.