Pattani FC Wins Key Match; Leaders Demand Training Ground Fix
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Pol. Lt. Gen. Thawi Sodsong, party-list MP and Chart Pattana Party leader, accompanied by Waravut Makudi, deputy party leader, former FIFA executive committee member and former Football Association of Thailand president under King Rama XVI, along with party staff, attended the football match between Pattani FC and Rasisalai United from Sisaket at Tinsulanon Stadium in Mueang Songkhla district, Songkhla province, at 6:00 PM on October 31, 2026. Pattani FC defeated Rasisalai United 2-1 amid cheering fans.
Before the game, party leaders visited the players' locker room. Thawi told the team he represented siblings and fans from Bangkok, the South, and nationwide, expressing confidence in every player. He emphasized this team is an opportunity to create happiness, urging them to play wholeheartedly without worrying about past results, trusting good things will happen.
Waravut rallied the players, saying everyone must unite to regain confidence after three consecutive losses, forget previous matches, and give maximum effort like a siege-breaking tactic. He stressed unity on the field — attacking and defending together — and ended in English to motivate foreign players: "Hey guys, today is a very, very important match. You must win today, okay? Good luck, thank you."
After the match, Thawi said the game brought great joy to the people of the 14 southern provinces, as Pattani FC represents their feelings. The team aimed for at least five points in three matches but faced readiness limitations, especially the lack of standard training grounds, forcing travel to Yala — over 70 km round trip. This issue needs urgent attention so athletes can prepare fully.
Thawi also thanked local state agencies, including the 4th Army and the Southern Border Provinces Administrative Centre (SBPAC), for recognizing sports as a happiness-building space and providing continuous support. Despite modest stadium attendance, many fans watched via live broadcast. He believes developing professional football will bring positive dimensions to the area, particularly tangibly driving and stimulating the local economy.
