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.
⚡ Fast-paced, competitive matches with strong counter-attacks and regional rivalries; teams focus on developing young players and short-passing build-up.
📌 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 | 28 | 16 | 9 | 3 | +23 | 57 | |
| 2 | 27 | 14 | 8 | 5 | +14 | 50 | |
| 3 | 27 | 13 | 6 | 8 | +8 | 45 | |
| 4 | 28 | 12 | 8 | 8 | -1 | 44 | |
| 5 | 28 | 12 | 7 | 9 | +13 | 43 | |
| 6 | 27 | 13 | 4 | 10 | -1 | 43 | |
| 7 | 28 | 10 | 10 | 8 | -4 | 40 | |
| 8 | 28 | 10 | 9 | 9 | +6 | 39 | |
| 9 | 28 | 10 | 7 | 11 | +1 | 37 | |
| 10 | 28 | 12 | 1 | 15 | -1 | 37 | |
| 11 | 28 | 8 | 11 | 9 | +8 | 35 | |
| 12 | 27 | 9 | 6 | 12 | -3 | 33 | |
| 13 | 28 | 9 | 6 | 13 | -9 | 33 | |
| 14 | 27 | 7 | 10 | 10 | -2 | 31 | |
| 15 | 28 | 7 | 9 | 12 | -4 | 30 | |
| 16 | 28 | 7 | 9 | 12 | -9 | 30 | |
| 17 | 27 | 7 | 9 | 11 | -19 | 30 | |
| 18 | 28 | 5 | 7 | 16 | -20 | 22 |
Champions / European Qualification
Relegation Zone
Thai League 2
Thai League 2 is the second tier of Thai football, serving as the bridge between Thailand’s fast, youth-focused clubs and the top-flight Thai League 1. It brings together professional teams from across the country, competing in a double round-robin format that rewards consistency and tactical growth. Promotion for the top teams and relegation for the bottom crews create a high-stakes race in every match, amplifying regional pride as clubs meet in fierce derbies from the north to the south. The league is renowned for fast-paced football, sharp counter-attacks, and rapid transitions, yet many clubs also invest in short-passing build-up and the development of young players through strong academy systems, producing a modern, adaptable style of play. The season typically runs within a single calendar year, from February through October, aligning with Thailand’s domestic calendar and cup competitions. Key facts: the champions earn automatic promotion to Thai League 1, while runners-up often contend for additional spots via playoffs; clubs cultivate talent and loan players to gain experience. Fans follow Thai League 2 for rising stars, dramatic promotion races, and the regional rivalries that heat up matchdays.
