Madam Pang, the president of the Football Association of Thailand (FAT), has announced a significant reward for the national football team after they qualified for the semifinals of the ASEAN Cup 2026. Following a decisive 2-0 win against Myanmar in their final group match, where both goals were scored from penalties, the Thai team finished the group stage with a perfect record of 12 points from four matches.

In a message of congratulations shared on her personal social media, Madam Pang expressed her pride in the team's achievement and emphasized the importance of their performance. She awarded the team a bonus of 2 million baht (approximately 1.6 billion VND) as a token of appreciation for their hard work and dedication.

Madam Pang also called on Thai football fans to continue their support for the national team, encouraging them to cheer on the players as they aim to reclaim the ASEAN championship title. Thailand holds the record for the most titles in the tournament's history, with seven championships to their name. However, they faced disappointment in the last edition when they were defeated by Vietnam in the final, which took place at the Rajamangala Stadium.

With the upcoming semifinal matches scheduled against Singapore on August 15 and August 18, the Thai team is eager to end their title drought and restore confidence among their supporters. The team is determined to bring the championship trophy back to Thailand, and the support from fans will be crucial in achieving this goal.

As the tournament progresses, the Thai team is focused on their mission and is looking to capitalize on their recent success to propel them further in the competition.