High-flying Angels hope to settle score with Ratchaburi

High-flying Angels hope to settle score with Ratchaburi

Bangkok United's Thitiphan Puangchan, right, and Heberty Fernandes take part in a training session yesterday.
Bangkok United's Thitiphan Puangchan, right, and Heberty Fernandes take part in a training session yesterday.

Second-placed Bangkok United travel to Ratchaburi for a Thai League 1 battle tonight with revenge on their mind.

The Angels were beaten at home by Ratchaburi in the first leg and they will also be hoping to extend their winning streak in the league to five games.

The hosts are currently fourth in the league standings with 33 points, seven behind Bangkok United. Unbeaten Buriram United are on top of the table with 49 points after 19 matches.

Bangkok United coach Totchtawan Sripan is expecting a tough game with Ratchaburi.

"We have done well in the past four matches but don't forget that Ratchaburi are also in the top four. We cannot underestimate them, especially at their home ground," said Totchtawan.

Ratchaburi coach Xavi Moro said: "We beat Bangkok United during the first leg, but now they are playing very well in the league. I hope it will be an exciting match for everyone.

"We have done well after the break and I hope this game will prove to be the turning point for us.

"We have been improving and I expect the team to pick up three points from this home game."

Meanwhile, former champions Muang Thong United have reposed their trust in coach Mario Gjurovski.

"As the head coach Mario has made our game fluid and his attacking football philosophy matches that of Muang Thong. This approach is reflected at all levels, from the young academy players to the first team.

"Over the past two years with Mario, prospects from within the club are finding pitch time at the highest level and developing to be the core of the national team, which is in line with our vision," said the club statement.

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