Ban Kao Witthaya School Wins Second Championship Title at Chang Junior Cup 2026 Central Zone Qualifying Round
Ban Kao Witthaya School won their second Chang Junior Cup championship at the Central Zone qualifying round in Ratchaburi, defeating Ratchaburi FC Junior 1-0 and advancing to nationals where they'll compete for a training opportunity in Eng
Ban Kao Witthaya School has secured the second championship title at the Chang Junior Cup 2026 qualifying round for the Central Zone. Chang natural mineral water continues its mission to support Thai football with the youth under-13 tournament, which aims to develop young players and identify Thailand's best teams. The competition features awards for the Most Talented Player and two Sportsmanship Awards, with the ultimate prize being an exclusive opportunity to experience world-class football training in England.
The Chang Junior Cup 2026 qualifying round's third venue took place in the Central Zone from April 24-26, 2025, at Ratchaburi Stadium in Ratchaburi province, featuring 24 teams. The championship match was attended by Surachai Supatwatkargan, Regional Sales Manager of Chang International Company Limited in Ratchaburi province, who presented the trophies.
The final match was contested between Ratchaburi FC Junior, runner-up in the 2017 Chang Junior Cup, and Ban Kao Witthaya School, the previous year's Central Zone champion. Ban Kao Witthaya School emerged victorious with a 1-0 win, claiming their second championship title for the Central Zone. They now advance to the national championship round to compete against elite youth clubs across Thailand, vying for the exclusive grand prize and the opportunity to experience world-class football training in England.
The Chang Junior Cup 2026 is supported by the Football Association of Thailand under Royal Patronage, Leicester City Football Club, Bootroom Company Limited (distributor of Arii sports apparel), and Molten (Thailand) Company Limited, all working together to elevate Thai football to international standards.
Upcoming qualifying rounds include the Northern Zone on May 1-3, 2025, at Alpine Golf Resort in Chiang Mai, and the Northeastern Zone with registration from April 27 to May 1, 2025, accepting 48 teams, with matches held May 8-10 at Chang Training Ground in Buriram province. For registration and more information, follow ThaiBev ThaiTalent on Facebook and Line @ThaiBevThaiTalent.
