Thailand Seeks Replacement for Bahrain in Upcoming King's Cup
Bahrain has withdrawn from the upcoming King's Cup in Thailand, prompting the Thai Football Association to search for a replacement team. The tournament will proceed as scheduled in Sisaket Province in November, maintaining its traditional four‑team format. Officials aim to confirm the new participant by mid‑October.
The FA of Thailand reiterated that it is rushing to find a new team for the King's Cup, which will be held in Sisaket in November, and confirmed that the competition will retain its four‑team structure. Bahrain had sent a letter to the Thai FA withdrawing its entry, even though it had originally applied to participate, after losing three straight matches in the Gulf Cup held in Saudi Arabia at the end of September. Meanwhile, Thai officials said they are negotiating first with a Middle Eastern side, have other options, and expect to finalize the replacement by October 14 before a press announcement on October 19, ensuring the tournament will not be reduced to three teams.