According to Siam Sport, Buriram United are aiming for a great milestone in the club's history, by conquering the championship title in all 4 arenas. At this time, the Thai team won the Thai League, reached the finals of the FA Cup and League Cup.
In the final of the Southeast Asian Cup C1, Buriram United won a big advantage when they drew 2-2 with Hanoi Police at Hang Day Stadium. The second leg of the final will take place at Chang Arena at 7:30 p.m. on May 21.
In the final of the Thai FA Cup, Theerathon Bunmathan and his teammates will meet Muangthong United on May 24. In the League Cup final, Buriram United will meet Lamphun Warriors on May 31.
According to Siam Sport, Buriram United has so far received 72.5 million Baht in bonuses ($2.05 million). This amount comes mainly from the fact that they have won the Thai League as well as advancing to the direct qualifying round of the AFC Champions League Elite - Asia's No. 1 club tournament.
In case of winning all 3 remaining arenas, President Newin's team will win a total of 96 million Baht in prize money (nearly 2.9 million USD). If they win the remaining 3 tournaments, Buriram United will receive a total of 81 million Baht (2.43 million USD).
Among these, the second leg of the Southeast Asian Cup C1 final against Hanoi Police was determined by Buriram United to be the most difficult. In the first leg, Quang Hai and his teammates took the lead twice, causing the opponent countless difficulties. In addition, coach Mano Polking of Hanoi Police clearly understands Buriram United as well as many stars on the opponent's side.
Therefore, Buriram United is very determined to win the Southeast Asian Cup C1 for the first time in history. If they can do this, the Chang Arena team will be motivated to compete in the finals of the FA Cup and the Thai League Cup.
