Coach Thawatchai's squad primarily employs two formations, 4-2-3-1 and 4-3-3, with a leaning towards left-sided attacks. Thailand's vertical axis features number 2 Chanon Tamma, a left-sided center-back adept with the ball; captain Seksan Ratree, a central midfielder known for penetrating defensive lines; left winger Iklas Sanron, capable of exploiting spaces behind defenders; and the technically skilled number 10 Thanakrit Chotmuangpak.
Thailand's primary attacking threat, number 9 Yotsakorn Burapha, who has scored 6 goals in the tournament, is not a classic center-forward. Instead, the player from the Singapore Premier League's Hougang Utd exhibits a modern style, moving widely to the wings and dropping deep to link play. With his tall and strong physique, Burapha also possesses agility and technical skill, capable of delivering through balls to teammates.
Kim Sang-sik's squad faces a significant challenge in this decisive match for the SEA Games 33 men's football gold medal.
Hoang Thong