Thailand dominates Cambodia 7-0 in the group stage of the ASEAN Women's Championship
Thailand's Strong Showing in ASEAN Women's Championship Falls Short in Semifinals
The Thailand Women's National Football Team put up a valiant fight in the 2025 ASEAN Women's Championship, but their journey was cut short in the semifinals.
In the group stage, Thailand displayed an impressive performance, winning convincingly against Indonesia (7-0) and Cambodia (7-0). Key scorers included Janista Jinantuya, who scored a hat-trick against Cambodia, and Madison Jade Casteen, who contributed multiple goals. Thailand scored 14 goals in their first two group matches before facing Vietnam.
On August 12, Thailand faced Vietnam in their final group match at Lach Tray Stadium. Despite a strong start, Thailand narrowly lost to Vietnam 0–1. Vietnam's Tran Thi Thu Thao scored the only goal of the match at the 35th minute, which allowed Vietnam to overtake Thailand in the group standings and finish first in Group A. Both teams had already qualified for the semifinals before this match, but Vietnam's win positioned them as group leaders, leaving Thailand in second place.
In the semifinals, Thailand faced Myanmar and were defeated 1-2. Myanmar’s Win Theingi Tun scored both goals in the semifinal victory over Thailand, which meant Thailand was eliminated and Myanmar advanced to the final.
Thailand's attacking front, particularly Janista Jinantuya and Madison Casteen, showed their potency in the early matches. However, narrow losses to Vietnam and Myanmar halted their progress at the semifinal stage.
Key Details Summary:
| Stage | Opponent | Result | Thailand Scorers | Notes | |-----------------|-------------------|--------|---------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------| | Group stage | Indonesia | 7-0 | Multiple, including Janista (hat-trick) and Madison Casteen | Strong opening win | | Group stage | Cambodia | 7-0 | Janista Jinantuya (hat-trick), Madison Casteen, and others | Dominant second group game | | Group stage | Vietnam | 0-1 | None | Lost to Vietnam, which topped the group | | Semi-final | Myanmar | 1-2 | Not specified | Eliminated by Myanmar; Win Theingi Tun scored twice for Myanmar |
The matches were broadcast on TV5 HD, AIS PLAY, BG Sports, True Visions Now, the FA Thailand Facebook page, Thai Women's Football, and the Changsuek YouTube channel. The Thailand Women's National Football Team will look to regroup and aim for success in future tournaments.
Despite the Thai team's impressive display in the group stage, where they showcased their sporting prowess and cultural identity through their victories, their progress in the 2025 ASEAN Women's Championship was halted in the semifinals, affecting their health and fitness preparations for future tournaments.
The semifinal defeat against Myanmar, with Win Theingi Tun scoring both goals, highlighted the need for the Thai team to regroup and strategize more effectively, with a focus on addressing their recent losses in sports such as football.
The broadcast of the tournament on various platforms like TV5 HD, AIS PLAY, and the Changsuek YouTube channel served as a reminder of the significant role that sports, including football, play inencouraging unity and promoting a healthy lifestyle within Thai culture.
