Thailand defender Manuel Tom Bihr, No.14, celebrates after scoring the game-winning goal against Turkmenistan at the Rajamangala National Stadium. For Turkmenistan, who had beaten the War Elephants 3-1 in Ashgabat and needed only a draw to progress, the late blow was devastating. The War Elephants continued to press, with Supachok Sarachat curling narrowly wide and Supachai testing Charyyev from distance. Chanathip Songkrasin shot over the bar, Jude Soonsup-Bell fired across the face of goal, and Bihr himself saw an effort blocked. The War Elephants will now prepare for Saudi Arabia 2027 with renewed confidence in the wake of the thrilling victory over Turkmenistan.

Source: Bangkok Post April 01, 2026 21:54 UTC