CHIANG RAI – Buriram United, last season’s champions, defeated Chiangrai United 2-1 in the BYD C Lions League One match on Sunday, 31 August. This win marks Buriram’s third straight victory this season.
The match opened with Buriram taking the lead in the 20th minute. Supachai Chaided collected the ball from midfield and carried it up the right side. He then passed the ball to Robert Zulj, who was waiting near the edge of the box.
Zulj returned the pass into space for Supachai, who dashed into the right side of the area. Apirak Worawong blocked his shot, but the ball fell to Zulj, who headed it into the net.
In the 33rd minute, the home team drew level. Itsuki Enomoto played a short pass to Sanukran Thinjom, who quickly slipped the ball to Carlos Iperi on the left side of the box. Iperi fired a right-footed shot that beat Neil Etheridge’s outstretched hand, pulling Chiangrai back to 1-1.
Buriram secured the win in the 55th minute. Peter Zulj stole the ball on the right flank and dribbled into the box, sidestepping three defenders. He then played the ball to Robert Zulj, whose shot was blocked by Piyaphon Phanichakul. The rebound looped up for Sandy Walsh, who ran in and hammered it home.
With this victory, Buriram United stay at the top of the table with 9 points from 3 games. Chiangrai United sit eighth with 4 points.
What’s Next for Chiangrai United?
Chiangrai United, now with one win and one loss in their opening matches, will look to bounce back from this defeat when they face Port FC on September 7, 2025, at the PAT Stadium in Bangkok. Port, known for their attacking flair, will pose a significant challenge for Chiangrai as they aim to climb the Thai League 1 standings.
Looking Ahead
For Buriram United, the win solidifies their position near the top of the Thai League 1 table, with their sights set on a fourth consecutive title. Their next challenge comes against Selangor Football Club in the ASEAN Club Championship on August 20, 2025, a match that will test their regional ambitions. Meanwhile, Chiangrai will need to regroup quickly to face a formidable Port side, hoping to leverage their home form from last season to secure points on the road.
Chiangrai United is currently on the 10 place in the Premier League table. Last game played with Buriram United, which ended with result: Win Buriram United 1:2.Leading players for Chiangrai United in all leagues are: Enomoto 3 goals, Bezerra da Silva 1 goal.
In 3 matches, scored 4 goals, an average of 1.33 goals per game. 1 game ended up winning, 1 draw. 1 ddefeats In 66.67% matches, the total goals in the match were over 2.5 goals (Over 2.5). In 100.00% matches, the sum of the goals was greater than 1.5 Goals (Over 1.5). In 0 matches, Chiangrai United has not lost a goal. In 3 games, both teams have scored a goal. Average goals: 1.33 per game
