Newin Chidchob cast a spell by the sideline! Before Buriram defeated Melbourne to reach the quarterfinals of the AFC Champions League Elite.
On 11 Mar 2026 GMT+7, Buriram United made history by advancing to the quarterfinals of the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26. Despite being down to 10 players from the first half, they fought hard and drew 0-0 with Melbourne City after 120 minutes, then won the penalty shootout 4-2.
Besides Buriram's victory, netizens noticed "Uncle Nev" Newin Chidchob, Buriram United's club president, standing by the sideline performing a ritual just before the penalty shootout.
After Uncle Nev's ritual ended, Neil Etheridge made two "super saves" before Buriram's players confidently scored their penalties to secure their spot in the next round and prepare to travel to the final stage in Saudi Arabia.