Reports: BG Pathum United Parts Ways with Japanese Head Coach Masatada Ishii

Reports confirm that BG Pathum United has decided to part ways with Masatada Ishii, the Japanese head coach, just over 3 months after hiring him. Ishii only managed a 1-1 draw with Selangor FC, despite having more players since the first half, which resulted in BG's elimination from the 2025-26 ASEAN Club Championship. The latest news suggests that 'The Rabbits' BG Pathum United have separated from their popular coach after leading the team to elimination from three tournaments, including the ASEAN tournament, Chang FA Cup, and AFC Champions League Two. In the Thai League, BG is 14 points behind league leaders Buriram United, making a championship unlikely, leaving only the Mueang Thai Cup as a remaining hope. Ishii's record with BG includes 20 matches: 10 wins, 5 draws, and 5 losses.