© AFP With just a point from five games in Asia’s ongoing third-round qualifying for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™, Thailand"s hopes of a maiden passage to world football"s extravaganza look slim. With the competition now past the midway mark, the War Elephants are staring early elimination in the face, heading into March’s double-headers.
Kiatisuk Senamuang"s side may be at the bottom of the group, but they are certainly not out. And they received a massive morale-booster after lifting the 2016 AFF Championship trophy, which concluded on 17 December. Under the former international striker who is nicknamed "Zico", the Thais excelled throughout, as they won the regional showpiece for a record fifth time, surpassing four-time winners Singapore to become the tournament"s most successful team.
Senamuang"s charges entered the four-week regional campaign on the back of a spirited 2-2 draw against Australia in Russia 2018 qualifying. Not surprisingly, th..
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