Thai League 2
Thai League 2 is the second tier of Thai football, below Thai League 1. It features clubs from across the country competing for promotion to the top flight and serves as a platform for developing domestic talent. The league operates a promotion-relegation system and has undergone branding changes, most notably being rebranded as Thai League 2 in 2017.
โก Fast-paced, competitive matches with strong counter-attacks and regional rivalries; teams focus on developing young players and short-passing build-up.
๐ Notable Facts
- Acts as the primary promotion route to Thai League 1, with the top teams earning promotion.
- Features clubs from many provinces, generating strong regional rivalries.
- Underwent branding and structural changes in 2017 when rebranded as Thai League 2 as part of the Thai League restructuring.
League Table
| # | Team | M | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29 | 17 | 9 | 3 | +24 | 60 | |
| 2 | 28 | 14 | 9 | 5 | +14 | 51 | |
| 3 | 29 | 13 | 8 | 8 | +1 | 47 | |
| 4 | 28 | 13 | 7 | 8 | +8 | 46 | |
| 5 | 28 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 46 | |
| 6 | 29 | 12 | 8 | 9 | +13 | 44 | |
| 7 | 29 | 10 | 10 | 9 | -6 | 40 | |
| 8 | 29 | 10 | 9 | 10 | +4 | 39 | |
| 9 | 29 | 10 | 7 | 12 | 0 | 37 | |
| 10 | 29 | 12 | 1 | 16 | -4 | 37 | |
| 11 | 29 | 10 | 6 | 13 | -7 | 36 | |
| 12 | 29 | 8 | 11 | 10 | +7 | 35 | |
| 13 | 28 | 8 | 10 | 10 | -1 | 34 | |
| 14 | 29 | 8 | 9 | 12 | -1 | 33 | |
| 15 | 28 | 9 | 6 | 13 | -4 | 33 | |
| 16 | 28 | 7 | 10 | 11 | -19 | 31 | |
| 17 | 29 | 7 | 9 | 13 | -10 | 30 | |
| 18 | 29 | 6 | 7 | 16 | -19 | 25 |
โ Khonkaen United should capitalize on home turf and maintain pressure.
โก Nakhon Pathom may struggle to unlock a resilient defense.
โข Clean sheets for both sides are unlikely; expect a scrappy 2-0 not guaranteed.
โ Sisaket UTD may edge a tight game at home.
โก Chanthaburi FC will push back but could concede late.
โข An open shootout with goals from both sides.
โ Nong Bua Pitchaya look to exploit home advantage.
โก Pattaya Dolphins United may struggle to keep pace.
โข An entertaining game with goals at both ends.
โ Chiangmai United and Trat FC cancel each other out in a predicted draw.
โก Defensive solidity could frustrate both sides.
โข A balanced contest with chances at both ends.
โ Phrae United may edge this with an away goal, complicating Songkhla's plan.
โก Songkhla United could push to respond but may fall short.
โข A tight clash with late goal potential.
โ Kasetsart should control the game at home with a belief of victory.
โก Rasi Salai United will push for an equalizer but might fall short.
โข An engaging match with goals in both halves.
โ Nakhon Si United look marginally stronger in the league and carry the edge away from home.
โก Chainat FC will try to exploit counter chances, but may struggle to keep their defensive shape.
โข Expect an open game with the away side nicking it late.
โ Police Tero FC's higher-level squad should dominate possession.
โก Bangkok FC will attempt to frustrate with compact defending but may concede twice.
โข Away win likely with little resistance in attack.
โ Both sides look evenly matched on paper.
โก Midfield battles could decide the tempo.
โข A draw seems plausible with a share of goals.