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Football Association Of Thailand Centenary

The FAT reached a 100-year milestone after King Rama VI kicked off a mission a century ago and it continues to this day with its share of ups and downs. The Football Association of Thailand prepared to celebrate its 100th anniversary on June 6 with FAT president Somyot Poompunmuang presiding over a religious ceremony before…

Where To Find Complete Buriram United League Fixtures 2016

You can locate Buriram United fixtures and results quickly by clicking on Editor’s Choice. The league fixtures are now complete and cup games will be added as the team (hopefully) progresses. Here’s the link too

Buriram’s Injury Curse Strikes Again

Buriram’s injury nightmare continued last night when Sittichok was injured in the Thailand Under 21’s pre-match warm up. He was carried off and taken to hospital where it was confirmed he’d broken a bone in his right foot.  He was operated on in Buriram and is expected to be out for about six months. Following…

Buriram Unveil New Head Coach And His Staff

Thai champions Buriram United have appointed Iranian Afshin Ghotbi as their new head coach, following the departure of Alexandre Gama on Sunday. The Thunder Castle club have wasted no time in naming their new man as the former Shimizu S-Pulse and Iran national team boss gets his first taste of working in the Premier League…

Buriram And Head Coach Alexandre Gama Part Company

  Following the 2-0 victory at Bangkok Glass, it was announced that Alexandre Gama’s contract had been terminated with immediate effect. After sweeping all before them last season, Buriram have made a stuttering start to the new campaign and are trailling fierce rivals Muang Thong by eight points. However, Buriram have not been helped by…

Much Improved Buriram Come Away With Well-Earned Victory

Buriram got back to winning ways with a deserved 2-0 triumph at Bangkok Glass. It came as a bit of a surprise considering Buriram’s recent poor form but the home side didn’t manage a single shot on target whilst Buriram could easily have scored another two goals. However, it has to be said that the…

Thai Ladies Volleyball

An eventful week in Thai Volleyball with huge controversy and a thrilling victory today. Firstly, apologies that I got over excited last Sunday and thought that the Thai Ladies volleyball team had already qualified for Rio in what is quite a complex qualification process. There’s been a lot of controversy this week surrounding the game with…

Many Buriram United Supporters Cheer on Leicester City in Bangkok

As Leicester City’s Thai Chairman Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha carries on the celebrations by bringing his manager Claudio Ranieri and the team to Bangkok, it should be remembered that there is a strong connection between Buriram United and Leicester City. Firstly King Power, Vichai’s Thai based company, also sponsor Buriram United. The new I-mobile Stadium design in…

Buriram Slump To Defeat Against Army United

  Buriram failed to score for the third successive home game as Army United deservedly claimed all three points. The visitors were good value for their win as they stretched Buriram’s defence repeatedly throughout the game. It is not only a lack of goals that is a major concern. Buriram are chopping and changing formation…

Theerathon Leaves Buriram For Muang Thong !

Sensational news emerged from Thunder Castle yesterday, with the announcement that Theerathon had requested to leave Buriram. This was not a great surprise as only last month he had reiterated his desire to play in Japan. However, many Buriram fans will be bitterly disappointed that he has elected to join fierce rivals Muang Thong. Had…