GLO Cup 2026 Eastern Region Concludes: Assumption Sriracha Captures Double Championship with 11 GLO STAR Players
Assumption Sriracha won both the under-13 and under-15 titles at the GLO Cup 2026 Eastern Region qualifying round held in Chachoengsao Province, with 11 elite young players selected for the national championship round.
The GLO Cup 2026 Eastern Region qualifying round, Thailand's premier 8-a-side youth football championship organized by the Government Lottery Office (GLO), officially concluded on May 10, 2025, in Chachoengsao Province. Regional teams in the under-13 and under-15 age groups, with four teams per division, have been finalized, along with the complete GLO STAR program roster for the Eastern Region.
The final day's atmosphere was vibrant, graced by Major General Nuin Sansankom, Director of the Government Lottery Office, who presided over the awards ceremony and congratulated the outstanding young athletes throughout the competition.
Championship Results: Under-13: Assumption Sriracha defeated Pattaya United 3-0 to claim the Eastern Region title. The Rabbit Junior secured third place with a 3-0 victory over Mareewitthaya School Pattaya. In the under-15 division, Assumption Sriracha captured the double championship with a 6-1 win over Taksin Rayong School, while Royal Navy FC claimed third place with a 4-2 victory over Rayong Witthayakom Paknam A U15.
The four semifinalist teams from each age group have earned the right to represent the Eastern Region at the Thai national championship round.
Under-13 representatives: - Assumption Sriracha - Pattaya United - The Rabbit Junior - Mareewitthaya School Pattaya
Under-15 representatives: - Assumption Sriracha - Taksin Rayong School - Royal Navy FC - Rayong Witthayakom Paknam A U15
Major General Nuin Sansankom commented on the Eastern Region's overall performance: "This year we've seen many teams with excellent preparation—physically, tactically, and in adapting to the 8-a-side format of GLO Cup. This reflects the dedication of coaches, parents, and the athletes themselves. Many teams showed clear development and played with quality."
"What's particularly encouraging is seeing children display their abilities with creativity in play and positive attitudes toward competition. This is the core goal of GLO Cup—to make football a space of opportunity and learning for Thai youth."
"Simultaneously, the GLO STAR program has revealed many talented players from both large and small clubs. Everyone has equal opportunity to showcase their skills, and this represents another crucial step in building Thailand's youth football foundation for the future."
The GLO STAR program selected 11 young players from the Eastern Region to advance to the national selection round:
GLO STAR Under-13: 1. Raminthorn Srivichai (Assumption Sriracha) 2. Sittipol Phoolthrap (Taksin Rayong) 3. Pathawi Prasert (Pattaya United) 4. Orucha Thabtimtes (Assumption Sriracha)
GLO STAR Under-15: 1. Phakin Thamthiang (Assumption Sriracha) 2. Prawat Somnuk (Taksin Rayong) 3. Methas Khamlert (Praram Bangkok) 4. Anuwat Raengkhettrawit (Assumption Sriracha) 5. Voraphat Tosawastdi (Taksin Rayong) 6. Siraphop Somol (Assumption Sriracha) 7. Wichayuthorn Petchratan (Royal Navy FC)
The GLO STAR program will complete selection of talented young players across all seven regions nationwide before advancing to the Thai national championship round. The program will narrow the selection to 15 players per age group for the GLO STAR Camp, followed by final selection rounds.
