Muangthong United edges out Lamphun Warrior in a close encounter
Nonthaburi, Thailand – Muangthong United secured a 1-0 victory over Lamphun Warrior in a thrilling match of the second round of the 2024 Thai League 1, played at Thunder Dome Stadium. The win was secured thanks to a penalty converted by P. Arjvirai in the 78th minute, a goal that came after a hard-fought match where both teams had scoring opportunities.
The match started at a fast pace, with Muangthong United dominating possession. In the 17th minute, K. Khamyok had a clear chance to open the scoring, but his shot was ruled offside. However, Muangthong United’s dominance didn’t translate into a goal until the second half.
In the 78th minute, the match took an unexpected turn when P. Arjvirai stepped up to convert a penalty, which would ultimately be the only goal of the game. The visitors pushed hard for an equalizer, but Muangthong United’s defense held firm, maintaining their lead.
Muangthong United dominated the match statistics, with 57% possession, 12 shots (5 on target, 3 off target) and 3 corners. Lamphun Warrior, on the other hand, had 43% possession, 6 shots (3 on target, 3 off target) and 4 corners.
The game was marked by several cautions: T. Do (Muangthong United) and Kike Linares (Lamphun Warrior) received yellow cards in the first half. In the second half, Victor Cardozo (Lamphun Warrior) and S. Daengsee (Muangthong United) were also cautioned.
Despite the scoring opportunities that both teams had, the match was decided by a penalty. Muangthong United takes home the three points in a thrilling match that leaves Lamphun Warrior with the task of seeking victory in the next round.
Substitutions lamphun warrior: at minute 46 N. Kerdkaew came in and Kike Linares went out., at minute 46 R. Lopes came in and Junior went out., at minute 50 W. Moonwong came in and T. Churok went out., at minute 66 Jefferson came in and Negueba went out., at minute 81 M. M. Lwin came in and A. Yodsangwal went out.
Substitutions muangthong united: at minute 46 F. Brown came in and W. Chaikultewin went out., at minute 70 K. Tasa came in and D. Busnja went out., at minute 70 J. Strauss came in and J. Praisuwan went out., at minute 79 E. Roback came in and K. Khamyok went out., at minute 87 S. Kraikruan came in and S. Daengsee went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Muangthong United
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Lamphun Warrior
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