CHONBURI FC
Backed by the Khunpluem family, Chonburi are one of the best organised football clubs in Thailand who won the title in 2007.
The Sharks have since failed to take the crown although they have never finished outside the top three since the winning season.
Their striker Ekaphan Inthasen has moved to BEC Tero Sasana but several key players remain with the team such as Chonlatit Jantakam, Therdsak Chaiman, Suttihun Phukhom, Anucha Kitpongsri, Sinthaweechai Hathairattanakool and Adul Lasoh.
They have signed several new players including striker striker Ludivick Takam of Cameroon, France's Geoffrey Doumeng and Fode Bangaly Diakite from Ivory Coast and Togo's Tomas Dossevi who joins the Sharks from English club Swindon.
The Sharks' strong points are their home form and their boss Witthaya Laohakul, who is one of the most repected Thai coaches. However, if they are to win the title they have to improve their away results.
The Sharks' confidence has been boosted by their win over Buriram United in the King's Trophy match last Sunday.
Chonburi came from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Takam hitting the equaliser in the dying moments and then beat Buriram on penalties.
Coach: Witthaya Laohakul
Key players: Ludovick Takam, Therdsak Chaiman, Chonlatit Jantakam
Stadium: Chonburi Stadium
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