Bangkok: The War Elephants are set to clash with Chinese Taipei in a significant Asian Cup qualifying match. Masatada Ishii, the head coach of the Thai national football team, has addressed the team’s previous lack of a target striker by repositioning Benjamin Davis from midfield to a central striker role for this evening’s game against Chinese Taipei.

According to Thai News Agency, the Thai national team, led by captain Chanathip Songkrasin, also known as “Jay,” alongside key players Jaroensak Wongkorn and Supachok Sarachat, arrived at Rajamangala Stadium at 5:15 PM. The team paid respects to the sacred objects within the Sports Authority of Thailand and engaged with fans before their third match in the 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers, Group D. The Thai national team, currently ranked 101st in the world, is preparing to face Chinese Taipei, who hold the 173rd position globally, with the match scheduled to kick off at 7:30 PM at Rajamangala Stadium.