Thairath suggests that Thailand's third-place finish in the 2025 AFF U23 Championship highlights the nation's ongoing struggle to surpass regional football rivals.
Center-back Kadek Arel expressed pride in reaching two consecutive Southeast Asian youth finals and believes Indonesia will soon become the region's top team.
Coach Thawatchai Damrong-Ongtrakul congratulated Indonesia on their victory and expressed some regret over Thailand's missed opportunities in the 2025 AFF U23 Championship semi-final.
Coach Thawatchai Damrong-Ongtrakul admitted Thailand hadn't played well in the group stage, but believes things will be different against Indonesia in the 2025 AFF U23 Championship semi-final.
