Saranon Anuin, goalkeeper of the Thailand national team, shared his thoughts after the team played a 0-0 draw against China in a FIFA Day friendly match.
Following the match where Thailand's national football team drew 0-0 against China in the June 2026 FIFA Day friendly, held at Jinhu Sports Center Stadium in Zhejiang Province, People's Republic of China,
After the game, goalkeeper Saranon Anuin admitted that the Chinese team’s tall and strong physical presence made it difficult for the War Elephants players, but he was glad that everyone worked together to secure the draw.
“I’m happy with the good result. Their forwards are both strong and tall, which made our work difficult, and they pressed high, too. But I’m glad everyone helped each other and we managed to keep the result, without conceding a goal. Thanks to my teammates and the coaching staff for their support,” he said.
“The weather wasn’t too cold, just cool enough, which helped us not get tired and allowed us to keep running. It had a positive effect on us.”
“Thank you to everyone who sent their support to cheer us on. Everyone worked hard, and we got a good result without conceding a goal. Thank you for all the encouragement.”
Saranon’s statistics in this game:
• Made 6 saves • Saved 5 shots inside the penalty area • Punched the ball clear 3 times • Successfully intercepted 1 ball • Caught 3 aerial balls