Therdsak is confident that the Thailand U20 national team must play boldly and fight with relentless spirit before the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers.
On 25 August 2026, the Thailand U20 national team is preparing to compete in the 2027 AFC U20 Asian Cup qualifiers from 31 August to 6 September at Chonburi Stadium, with all three matches broadcast live on Thairath.
"Back when I played for the U20 team, there was pressure in every match. We aimed to qualify for the World Cup. The AFC U20 Championship was held in South Korea, facing cold weather and tough teams like South Korea, Iran, and the UAE. But this current squad will play at home, at Chonburi Stadium."
"Focus is crucial. The U20 level is a step up toward senior football, so players must stay focused and follow the coach's game plan. Teams from the Middle East have strong technical skills and good ball control. Thailand must mark well and maintain discipline throughout, both in attack and defense."
"If I were on the field before the first match against the UAE, I would tell the players to be confident and play boldly. Fight with our own style and spirit, and never give up. Wearing the Thailand national team jersey means giving 100% effort."
The schedule for Thailand's U20 men's football team in the 2027 AFC U20 Asian Cup qualifiers is as follows:
#Matchday1: Thailand U20 vs. UAE U20, 31 August 2026, 19:30 at Chonburi Stadium.
#Matchday2: Turkmenistan U20 vs. Thailand U20, 3 September 2026, 19:30 at Chonburi Stadium.
#Matchday3: Iraq U20 vs. Thailand U20, 6 September 2026, 19:30 at Chonburi Stadium.
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