Thailand Beach Soccer Team Targets 2027 World Cup Qualification
Head coach Sethakornchai Chuentha is leading the Thai national beach soccer team in intensive training ahead of the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup 2026.
According to Khaosod Online, the Thai national beach soccer team is currently undergoing rigorous training at the Sports Authority of Thailand in Hua Mak. Head coach Sethakornchai Chuentha, known as 'Coach Ek,' has set an ambitious goal for the squad: to reach the semi-finals of the upcoming AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup Thailand 2026 and secure a spot in the 2027 World Cup.
The Asian Cup tournament is scheduled to take place from November 18 to 28, 2026, at the Ban Nam Khem beach soccer stadium in Takua Pa District, Phang Nga Province. Thailand has been drawn into a challenging group alongside Japan, Iraq, and Bahrain. Coach Ek, who previously led the team to the quarter-finals in 2003 and 2005, emphasized that the current objective is to finish among the top three teams in Asia to qualify for the global stage.
For residents and visitors in the Phang Nga area, this tournament represents a significant sporting event that will bring international competition to the region. While the team is actively preparing, the final outcome remains to be seen as they face tough regional opponents. Fans and spectators should monitor local announcements regarding match schedules and venue access as the tournament dates approach.
