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Thailand Women’s Volleyball Team to Compete for Bronze at 2026 Asian Games
The Thai women's volleyball team will play for the bronze medal after a hard-fought five-set loss to China in the 2026 Asian Games semifinals.
On September 21, 2026, the Thailand women’s national volleyball team faced China in the semifinals of the 20th Asian Games, held at the Park Arena Komaki in Japan. According to Khaosod Online, the Thai squad pushed the match to a full five sets but ultimately fell to the Chinese team.
Prior to this defeat, the Thai team had demonstrated exceptional form throughout the tournament, winning all three of their group stage matches without dropping a single set. They continued this momentum in the quarterfinals by defeating Indonesia in straight sets (3-0). Head coach Kiattipong Radchatagriengkai fielded a strong lineup for the semifinal, featuring captain Pornpun Guedpard alongside key players such as Thatdao Nuekjang, Sasipaporn Janthawisut, Pimpichaya Kokram, Chatchu-on Moksri, and Kaewkalaya Kamulthala.
For residents and travelers following the games, this result means Thailand will now shift its focus to the bronze medal match. While the team’s performance has been highly praised for its consistency, the specific opponent for the third-place playoff remains to be confirmed based on the outcome of the other semifinal bracket. Fans are encouraged to monitor official Asian Games schedules for the exact time and venue of the upcoming medal match.