Defending champions Muang Thong have become stronger financially thanks to a new deal with their main sponsor, SCG. "We aim to win all three domestic competitions [the Thai League, FA Cup and League Cup]. Club director Ronnarit Suewaja explained that the theme "War of Heroes" refers to national players who play for Muang Thong United and are all revered by the Thais. They finished fourth in the Thai League behind Muang Thong United, Bangkok United and Bangkok Glass in the 2016 season. With a sum of 300 million baht in the bank, more signings by Buriram United seem to be on the cards.

Source: Bangkok Post February 10, 2017 23:50 UTC