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The Volleyball Association of Thailand is preparing for the 22nd Thailand Volleyball League 2027
Mr. Somporn Chaibangyang, President of the Volleyball Association of Thailand, chaired a meeting for club members to prepare for the 22nd Volleyball Thailand League 2027, which will kick off its first match on November 13th at The Mall Bang Khae.
Representatives from club teams in the Thailand League and Pro Challenge attended this meeting to clarify the rules and regulations of the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) and to conduct a draw to determine the competition dates.
For professional volleyball, the Volleyball Thailand League 2027 (VTL 2027) will consist of 124 matches over 17 weeks, held at 3 venues: The Mall Bang Khae, The Mall Bang Kapi, and Nakhon Ratchasima. This year, TrueVisions NOW will continue to broadcast every match live for volleyball fans. Free-to-air channels will also broadcast live on GMM25 and ONE31.
The participating clubs in the men's category include: 1. Nakhon Ratchasima 3M Film VC Volleyball Club, 2. Diamond Food Finechef – Samut Sakhon, 3. A4S Koh Kood Cabana, 4. Bandhit Asia-Muang Phon, 5. Nakhon Ratchasima College Kham Thale So, 6. Prasert Nikornkul, and two teams from the Volleyball Pro Challenge.
For the women's teams: 1. Nakhon Ratchasima 3M Film VC, 2. Harudot Chonburi Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi VC, 3. Supreme Tipaya Chonburi - E.Tech, 4. Khon Kaen University Khon Kaen Star Volleyball Club, 5. GLO Miracle Nakhon Nonth, 6. Kanchanaburi Power Volleyball Club, and two more teams from the Volleyball Pro Challenge.
The champion team receives 1,000,000 baht in prize money, the runner-up receives 450,000 baht, third place receives 250,000 baht, and fourth place receives 150,000 baht.
Regarding professional volleyball, the 2027 Pro Challenge tournament, which aims to select the two best men's and women's teams to advance to the 2027 Thailand League, has been rescheduled to October 21-27 at the Health and Sports Center, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Bangkok.
The Pro Challenge qualifying clubs consist of 7 men's teams: 1. Phitsanulok VC, 2. KINZ Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi VC, 3. Shop Gift Story Family VC, 4. V&T House Design Samut Sakhon-Sisaket VC, 5. RSU VC, 6. Navy 2024 VC, and 7. Kasetsart VC.
Women's teams: 3 teams. 1. Angthong National Sports University VC, 2. RSU Volleyball Club VC, and 3. Energy Sisaket VC.
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Sisaket is fully prepared! The 52nd King's Cup football tournament
The Football Association of Thailand under Royal Patronage, in conjunction with Sisaket Province, held a press conference to announce their readiness to host the 52nd King's Cup football tournament at the Gallery Design Hotel in Sisaket Province on October 19, 2026.
The event confirmed the highest level of readiness in all aspects, including welcoming the teams from various countries and the fans, as well as the competition venues. A key highlight was the draw for the semi-finals, which this year features four participating nations: Thailand (the host nation), ranked 93rd in the world; Oman, ranked 81st in the world; Tajikistan, ranked 100th in the world; and Brunei, ranked 196th in the world.
The event was graced by the presence of distinguished figures who confirmed their readiness, led by "Madam Pang" Nualphan Lamsam, President of the Football Association of Thailand, Mr. Anurak Thampramajitt, Governor of Sisaket Province, and Mr. Ratwit Angkasakulkiat, Vice President of the Sisaket Provincial Sports Association.
"Madam Pang" Nualphan Lamsam, President of the Football Association of Thailand, stated that, as President of the Football Association of Thailand, she is delighted and honored that the 52nd King's Cup football tournament in 2026 will be held in Sisaket Province for the first time in history, as it is one of the provinces with the greatest love, passion, and enthusiasm for football in Thailand.
We would like to express our gratitude to Mr. Siripong Angkasakulkiat, Deputy Minister of Transport, and the President of the Sisaket Provincial Sports Association for their unwavering commitment and dedication in bidding to host this competition. We also extend our thanks to the Governor and all sectors of the province. With our readiness and internationally recognized standards in terms of competition venues, the island sports field, training grounds, and accommodations, we believe this King's Cup will be one of the most comprehensively prepared King's Cups to date.
The King's Cup features four teams: Thailand (host nation, ranked 93rd in the world), Oman (ranked 81st), Tajikistan (ranked 100th), and Brunei (ranked 196th). Oman and Brunei are participating in the King's Cup for the first time. The tournament will take place during the FIFA International Match Calendar from November 9th to 17th, with the semi-finals on November 14th and the final on November 17th. It has also been officially recognized by FIFA as an A-Match, contributing to the FIFA Ranking points.
To date, the Football Association of Thailand has organized 51 King's Cup tournaments, each receiving significant interest and positive feedback. This year, I am confident it will be the most anticipated King's Cup to date. Recently, Sisaket province, led by Mr. Siriphong Angkasakulkiat, Deputy Minister of Transport and President of the Sisaket Provincial Sports Association, has been diligently upgrading the island-based stadium, increasing its capacity to 17,000 from the previous 15,000. This is to accommodate the anticipated high attendance and attract even more football fans from Sisaket and surrounding areas to experience the tournament.
Finally, as a province renowned as a "Sports City," the first province to have two teams simultaneously promoted to the Thai League—Sisaket United and Rasi Salai—and a province that has produced numerous Thai national team footballers, such as current players like Supachok Sarachat and Supanut Mueanta, I believe there is no province more suitable to host this year's King's Cup than Sisaket. I would like to thank all the administrators and stakeholders in the province once again for their cooperation in bringing the King's Cup to this football-crazy region. And I invite all football fans to support and cheer on the Thai national team and help write a new chapter in Sisaket's history together!
Mr. Anurak Thampramajitt, Governor of Sisaket Province, revealed that, “It is a source of pride to be selected as the venue for this legendary football match. He emphasized that Sisaket is a city with unique charm, boasting beautiful Southern Isaan culture and local specialties like volcanic durian. The province has collaborated with all sectors to prepare for the large crowds, including traffic management, accommodation, and top-level security, to provide a memorable experience and hopefully stimulate tourism in the region.”
Meanwhile, Mr. Rattavit Angkasakulkiat, Vice President of the Sisaket Provincial Sports Association, confirmed the readiness of the main venue, "Sisaket Provincial Stadium (Island in the Middle of the Water)," stating that it has been fully upgraded, including the condition of the grass field, lighting system, and various facilities to meet international standards. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on fan access by implementing a transparent ticketing system, both online and at the stadium entrance, along with strict measures to combat ticket scalping, ensuring everyone can enjoy the atmosphere equally.
The highlight of the event is the draw for the semi-final pairings, which will be held on November 14, 2026. The results of the draw are as follows:
Match 1: Oman vs. Tajikistan at 4:00 PM.
Match 2: Thailand vs. Brunei at 7:30 PM.
The final match will be held on November 17, 2026. The winning team will secure a ticket to the finals at 7:30 PM. The third-place match will be at 4:00 PM. All matches will be action-packed at the Sisaket Provincial Stadium (island in the middle of the water). Live broadcast on Thairath TV Channel 32, www.thairath.co.th/tv/live , Facebook: Thairath TV, Facebook: Thairath Sport, YouTube: Thairath Sport, and the TrueVisions Now application.
Tickets are priced from 200-500 baht and will be available for purchase online at https://www.theconcert.com/ from October 24, 2026 onwards, and in-person between October 31 and November 1, 2026.
Football fans who don't want to miss any of the action from the 52nd King's Cup football tournament can get updates, results, and details on the website www.fathailand.org and the FA Thailand Facebook fan page, or contact the Sports Authority of Thailand, Sisaket Province, or the Sisaket Provincial Sports Association at 045-614-102.
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