Super Cup
Chonburi 1-2 BEC Tero
Supachalasai Stadium, Bangkok
27th December, 2009
Friday, 27 December 2019
Therdsak Chaiman - 10th Anniversary: 2009-2019
Ten years ago today, the club officially announced the signing of Therdsak Chaiman. The Thailand international - who went on to coach the side - is one of the greatest players ever to have pulled on a Chonburi shirt. Here are three articles that pay tribute to him.
Therdsak Officially Unveiled
27/12/09
Therdsak Chaiman was officially unveiled as a Chonburi player during half time at today's Super Cup match against BEC Tero. Club Vice President, Annop Singtothong, presented him with his number 13 shirt on the Supachalasai pitch.
There was some recent speculation that the veteran midfielder (as we are obliged to call him) would be joining an Indonesian club. However, we were always confident that he would come to us.
It is likely that the Chonburi fans will get their first chance to see Therdsak in meaningful action in the Queen's Cup tournament, which is due to begin on January 30th.
TERRIER THERDSAK STILL HAS BITE AT 38
by www.bangkokpost.com
18/3/12
The seemingly evergreen Therdsak Chaiman is back for another tilt at Asian football glory nearly a decade after being named the continent's most valuable player.
The dynamic Chonburi midfielder, likened to Manchester United's Paul Scholes by Red Devils legend Bryan Robson, is approaching his 39th birthday but is still turning in man-of-the-match performances for the Thai Premier League runners-up.
Thersdak will lead Chonburi into their vital home match with Singapore's Home United in the AFC Cup on Wednesday as he bids to recreate the heady days of 2003 when he had one hand on the greatest club prize in the Asian game.
He scored a 60th minute penalty that brought BEC Tero Sasana to within a goal of Al Ain in the two-legged final of the inaugural AFC Champions League (ACL) only to see their challenge fizzle out after the referee disallowed a headed equaliser that would have taken the showdown into extra time.
Therdsak, noted for his free kick expertise and rare two footedness, scored four goals as BEC Tero Sasana swept aside Kashima Antlers, Shanghai Shenhua, Daejon Citizen and Pakhtakor to reach the final.
The pain of losing to Al Ain was soothed a bit for Therdsak as he was named the Most Valuable Player of the Tournament, a richly deserved award.
Chonburi _ nicknamed the Sharks _ did not have enough bite in their 2012 ACL play-off match with Pohang Steelers, going down 2-0 last month, but are amongst the favourites for the second-tier AFC Cup after bowing out on penalties to eventual champions Nasaf Qarshi in last year's quarter-finals.
A 1-1 away draw with Yangon United in their opening Group G game was not the start Chonburi had hoped for but Therdsak is confident they can do the business at home against Home United (March 21) and Hong Kong's Citizen (April 3).
"It is an important game against Home United. We play at home where we are very strong," said Therdsak, who played club football in Singapore for five years.
"Last season we got full points from our home games and if we do that again this year I am sure we will qualify from the group.
"In Myanmar, we missed a lot of chances. We could not finish. We played at 3.30pm _ it was so hot and some players could not adjust. If we had taken a 2-0 lead at half-time we would have won easily, as it was we scored late to draw 1-1."
The terrier-like qualities of Therdsak, his ability to ping 40-yard passes and goal-scoring record has drawn comparisons with Manchester United's Scholes with Robson leading the praise of the diminutive Thai.
"Therdsak for Thailand is like Paul Scholes for Manchester United. They're the same age and Therdsak loves the game just as much as Scholes loves the game," said Robson when he was coaching the Thai national team.
"He has an influence because of his vast experience and because he's a great professional. That rubs off on the young players.
"He's still also got a lot of great ability. Therdsak can change a game because he can create a goal and he can score a goal out of nothing."
Therdsak, who was a key member of the Thai team that won the AFF Suzuki Cup in 2002, retired from international football after the Southeast Asian championship in 2010.
That has saved his legs from some wear and tear but Chonburi coach Withaya Laohakul knows that he has to protect his prized possession if he wants him to continue playing into his forties.
"He cannot continue to play game in game out," admitted Withaya. "But I need to use him for the important games [he is such a vital player for us]."
Therdsak ran himself to a standstill in last week's King's Trophy clash with Buriram United, the Chonburi skipper succumbing to cramp after scoring a penalty in the shoot-out.
Chonburi scored late in the traditional season-opener to draw level 2-2 and went on to beat the domestic treble winners on penalties, a victory that was toasted throughout Thailand.
26/2/13
As reported last week, 39 year old Therdsak Chaiman has signed a new two year contract with Chonburi. The veteran midfielder is a well respected figure in South East Asian footballing circles. Here, a range of fans, journalists, players and coaches pay tribute to someone who can quite rightly be called a legend.
"I'm delighted that Thai legend Therdsak Chaiman has signed a new 2-year deal with Chonburi. He is one of South East Asia's finest."
Ian Griffiths, journalist
"Therdsak is a great man, a role model to all players. Truly a legend & definitely should be named in the club as well as Thai Football "Hall of Fame".
Nat : Muang Thong United fan
"A fantastic pro who clearly proves that size doesn't matter -even at the highest level! Has shown consistent top form into his late 30's. Great role model for the new generation of Thai players."
Bruce Campbell: Assumption Sriracha Coach
"Without question, the most technically gifted footballer I've played with. He added to his extraordinary talent by his competitiveness and unwavering work rate. A pleasure to of called him a team mate and an honour to call him a friend. you could also add that, nobody really knows how old he is because he changes his passport every 4 years, he could in fact be the oldest professional athlete in the world today..."
John Wilkinson: Footballer
"Therdsak Chaiman is up there with Kiatisuk in Thailand's footballing hall of fame. A modest man, good with the media and a wand for a left foot, he could - and does - float effortlessly into space. Loved watching him and privileged to have commentated on many of his games over the years."
Dez Corkhill: Astro Arena, Malaysia
"Therdask is only one year younger than myself, so I respect him so much for still being able to play professional football in the TPL at the tender age of 39. From what I've heard, he's one of the fittest players at Chonburi. The younger generation of Thai footballers should look towards him as a role model. He is a modern day Stanley Matthews."
Malky : Thai football blogger
"Therdsak is a perfect example for any young player in Thailand. Chonburi wouldn't be the same team without him.
Steven Robb: Footballer Singtharua FC
"Therdsak Chaiman is the most respected player in Thai football over the last two decades. His professionalism, leadership and loyalty are examples to every player hoping to emulate his achievments and status as one of Thai's sporting greats. He is a natural leader and someone who has the utmost respect of colleagues and opponents alike. He leads by example and, whilst his actions speak louder than words, he has remained at all times humble and pleasant and undoubtedly has the attributes to become a quite outstanding coach/manager as he nears the end of his "stellar" playing career. See him play in the next couple seasons and please pay tribute by "putting your hands together" for one who is "Simply the Best".
Bangsaen Tim: Chonburi Season Ticket Holder
"A great professional in the truest sense, disciplined on and off the pitch, massive work rate but most of all has the ability to win a game from nowhere, either a dribble, great through pass or one of his free kicks. He has the football intelligence to play for 2 more years as he knows when and where to run and he is still in love with the game."
Steve Darby & Ray Hall: Coaches
'I work as a teacher in Bangkok and teach young learners on Saturdays. One weekend, I was understandly shocked when I saw Therdsak Chaiman standing outside my classroom. I spoke to him after the lesson and it became apparent that I had been teaching his eldest son for a number of months. I'm pleased to report that he is an absolute gentleman off the pitch, as well as a class act on it'.'
Alistair Macdonald Fraser: Chonburi fan
"Incredible. He's been one of the best in the TPL since his return from Singapore. A fantastic example to younger players coming through. Makes you wonder what might have been, had the league had its current profile when he first broke through."
Kevin Watkin: Thai football writer
"Therdsak Chaiman is an inspiration to all us middle aged guys. It is wonderful to see someone his age out there giving the youngsters a run for their money. The wisdom that comes with age is priceless. Therdsak is the Ryan Giggs of Thailand."
Tommie Duncan - Confused Singhtharua and Bangkok United supporter
"It's difficult to avoid cliché when talking about Therdsak, but they all hold true: fine player, great role model, excellent ambassador for Thai football. I see no reason why he can't go on playing well into his forties if he chooses to do so."
Paul - webmaster of www.clubwebsite.co.uk/koratfc
"I’ll never forget interviewing a jubilant Therdsak Chaiman on Jalan Besar Stadium’s plastic pitch in 2008 just minutes after he’d won the S-League title during his run of four straight championship with SAFFC. Loved in Singapore as well as his home nation of Thailand, Therdsak is a multi-talented and charismatic individual who is a true Southeast Asian sporting icon."
Jason Dasey, Host/Executive Producer, Astro SuperSport (Malaysia) & Editor, FourFourTwo Magazine (Singapore/Malaysia)
"Class has no sell by date..."
Jakarta Casual
Thursday, 26 December 2019
Interview With Marc Stevenson: 2013
In January, 2013 I received a request for seven old style Chonburi FC badges, from an amateur footballer in the north west of England. His team wear our 2010 orange shirt for their league games and he wanted the badges to sew on the change strip. I offered to send them to him on the condition that he agreed to be interviewed for this site and explain how an amateur league team in Lancashire ended up sporting Chonburi shirts.
Here's what he had to say:
Q - Please can you start by introducing yourself.
A – My name is Marc Stevenson. I’m 27 years old and I come from Manchester in England.Q - What is the name of your team?
A - We are called Lees Park Rangers.
Q - Where are you based?
A – We are based in Tameside.
Q - How long have you been together?
A – We have been together for 3 years.
Q - Which league do you play in?
A – We play in the Ashton under Lyne 6 a side Division 1.
Q - What is the standard like?
A - The league is of a very high standard, with good players and some very well drilled teams.
Q - What sort of season are you having?
A - We’ve got off to a good start. We finished 4th last season and after one game of our new season, we are currently joint 2nd.
Q - Which has been your best performance this season?
A - We’ve only played one game so far this season but our best result last season was when we beat the team who were top of the league.
Q - Who is your best player and why?
A - Ooohh, thats a tough one! I'm going to be diplomatic and say we all bring something different to the team. Glyn Rolfe gets our goals, Adam Hatton is our work horse, Jamie Ainscow has safe hands in nets, Rob Cunliffe and myself play at the back and try to give Jamie an easy game, Rob Royal and Rob Clarke make the most of the plays going forward.
Q - How did you happen to start wearing the Chonburi kit?
A - We started wearing the Chonburi kit because, Rob knew a lad at university from Thailand, called Pong Cherisuriwankit. He started playing for us and was our top scorer for a few seasons. Pong used to turn up to training in his Chonburi shirt and we all agreed it looked amazing. So when Pong went back to Thailand he brought us some shirts back for the team.
Q - What was the reaction from your team mates when you first introduced the Chonburi shirts?
A - They loved them.
Q - Do you have names and numbers on the back?
A – Yes, we have nicknames on our shirts and numbers too.
Q - What sort of reaction does the kit get from other teams?
A – It always gets positive comments and we get asked "what teams that?" When we explain to them we get a thumbs up and a "nice kit" comment.
Q - Which kit did you play in before?
A – A Donnay yellow and black striped long sleeved top. Which was a bit boring.
Q - How closely do you follow Chonburi FC?
A – I always keep an eye on the league table but there's a lack of TV coverage of the TPL in the UK.
Q - Does anyone else in your team follow Chonburi?
A - We are all football fans at heart and have an interest in pretty much all leagues.
Q - Would you like to visit Chonburi for a match?
A – Yes we would love to see Chonburi in action if the opportunity came around.
Oldham Athletic U19s 2-3 Thailand U19s - Highlights: 2002
Thailand's winning goal - scored by Chonburi favourite, Ekkaphan Inthasen - in a 3-2 win against Oldham Athletic in the Manchester International Football Festival on 18th July, 2002.
Chonburi Stadium - Photos: 2017
Photos of Chonburi Stadium a couple of hours before kick off on 3rd May, 2017.
Season Review: 2014
My review of the 2014 season. The year we did the "Double".
Best match of the season: ToT 1-6 Chonburi
An absolutely scintillating display against an admittedly weak ToT team. Still it’s always satisfying to completely blow your opponents away and be able to use the cliché “It could have been double figures”. The 200 or so Chonburi fans in the away end that night made sure the place was bouncing.
Summed up in a song: Runnin’ Riot – Cock Sparrer
Worst match of the season: Bangkok Utd 2-0 Chonburi
Grim in every possible way. Nuff said...
Summed up in a song: Heaven Knows I’m Miserable Now – The Smiths
Goal of the season: Thiago Cunha v Air Force Utd
Six passes straight from the kick off at the start of the second half and the ball lands at Thiago’s feet in the penalty area. Initially, he appears to lose control of the ball but he recovers, turns inside and unleashes an unstoppable shot into the bottom corner. A lovely move and a lovely finish. A deserved Goal of the Season from our top marksman.
Summed up in a song: That’s Entertainment – The Jam
Best buy of the season: Juliano Mineiro
An inspired mid season signing. Juliano was the perfect foil for Thiago and also impressed in his own right. His contribution certainly played a large part in our fantastic unbeaten run and unlikely challenge for honours. Here's hoping he's still with us in 2015, as I'm sure the best is yet to come.
Summed up in a song: He’s So Fine – The Chiffons or My Sweet Lord - George Harrison
Worst buy of the season: Jaime Braganca
Jaime Braganca is testament to the perils of signing someone on the strength of their You Tube video channel. Not only is he the worst buy of the season, he is the worst player I’ve ever seen in a Chonburi shirt – and there’s been some stiff competition. On the plus side, he did give us a few laughs and became something of an ironic cult hero on the terraces..
Summed up in a song: Everyone Thinks He Looks Daft – The Wedding Present
Unsung hero of the season: Niweat Siriwong
In spite of his advanced age and not getting in a decent run of matches, the experienced defender never let anyone down when he was called upon to do a job.
Summed up in a song: Substitute – The Who
Biggest flop of the season: Jaime’s too obvious so...Korakot Wiriyaudomsiri.
He looks OK going forward but can’t tackle and has absolutely no positional sense as a left back. A poor replacement for Anucha - BEC Tero definitely came out best in that deal! Hopefully someone will get hold of him during the close season and help him work on his game. Otherwise, he needs to be offloaded.
Summed up in a song: Nobody’s Hero – Stiff Little Fingers
Man of the season: Masahiro Wada
Managed to get an average team – with one or two outstanding players – to second in the league and runners up in the FA Cup, in spite of (rumoured) interference from above and with a tight budget.. A fantastic achievement by anyone’s standards. Made even more remarkable by the fact it was his first (and only) season in charge.
Summed up in a song: Say Hello Wave Goodbye - Soft Cell
Twerp(s) of the season: Newin Chidchob’s tin pot private army
The most arrogant, antagonistic, humourless bunch of hardmen wannabes it’s ever been my misfortune to come across. This pathetic group of overgrown boy scouts would be laughed out of existence in most other places. Sadly, over here, they seem to be allowed to get away with bullying ordinary, decent football fans, whilst looking big and tough in their rather fetching black outfits. Ooooh! You're hard!
Summed up in a song: We Don’t Need This Fascist Groove Thing – Heaven 17
Best away trip: Suphanburi
As both my regular travelling companions were otherwise engaged, I went old skool and made this trip on the fan club mini bus. Stopping for food and drink and visiting a couple of tourist attractions prior to the match made for a cracking day out. The match wasn’t a classic by any means but I was impressed by the set up and stadium at Suphanburi. And it was a joy to be among such delightful company.
Summed up in a song: Day Trip To Bangor (Didn’t We Have A Lovely Time) – Fiddler’s Dram
Best visiting fans: Sisaket
They filled the away end and there were still dozens locked out. I appreciate that the vast majority probably didn’t travel down from the north east - in fact a large percentage probably had a shorter trip than me - but it was still an impressive turnout. And boy, were they noisy!
Summed up in a song: Orange Crush - REM
Best quote of the season: Masahiro Wada
"This match is the last match for Chonburi and we must play with our best performance to bring the FA Cup title back to Chonburi. It is also a way to thank our fans for all their support and make up for last week's disappointment."
Summed up in a song: Promised You A Miracle – Simple Minds
Favourite memory of the season: A phone call
Sitting in Burger King at the services on our way back from Osotspa. My wife phoned to tell us that Buriram Utd had lost at Bangkok Utd in the late kick off. For the first time I actually felt that we could go on to win the league. But didn't actually say it out loud.
Summed up in a song: Dream Baby Dream – Suicide
Funniest incident of the season: Clarence's Pratfall
Although I didn’t see it myself, it has to be my friend Clarence (aged 56) going head over heels in the mud, whilst running to try and stop a fight between Muang Thong Utd and Chonburi fans behind the stand at the SCG. It was made even funnier due to the fact that he was wearing his Sunday best at the time.
Summed up in a song: I Fall – The Damned or Yakety Sax (The Benny Hill theme) – Homer “Boots” Randolph III
Next season I want to see more: Entertainment
It wasn’t just us but I think that genuine entertainment was pretty hard to come by in 2014. There were one or two outstanding matches but overall it was a pretty poor season, only livened up by our late – and highly unlikely – tilt at the title. Hopefully next year we’ll get more excitement.
Summed up in a song: Please Please PleaseLet Me Get What I Want – The Smiths
Next season I want to see less: Rules and Regulations
One of Thai football’s most appealing features is the lack of rules and regulations regarding fans. However, the authorities do seem to be tightening up, without really knowing what they are doing or why. At one league ground I was stopped from taking my umbrella onto an open terrace whilst, at the same time, people carrying drums, flagpoles and pieces of scaffolding were waved through with gay abandon. Daft!
Summed up in a song: Complete Control – The Clash
Best match of the season: ToT 1-6 Chonburi
An absolutely scintillating display against an admittedly weak ToT team. Still it’s always satisfying to completely blow your opponents away and be able to use the cliché “It could have been double figures”. The 200 or so Chonburi fans in the away end that night made sure the place was bouncing.
Summed up in a song: Runnin’ Riot – Cock Sparrer
Worst match of the season: Bangkok Utd 2-0 Chonburi
Grim in every possible way. Nuff said...
Summed up in a song: Heaven Knows I’m Miserable Now – The Smiths
Goal of the season: Thiago Cunha v Air Force Utd
Six passes straight from the kick off at the start of the second half and the ball lands at Thiago’s feet in the penalty area. Initially, he appears to lose control of the ball but he recovers, turns inside and unleashes an unstoppable shot into the bottom corner. A lovely move and a lovely finish. A deserved Goal of the Season from our top marksman.
Summed up in a song: That’s Entertainment – The Jam
Best buy of the season: Juliano Mineiro
An inspired mid season signing. Juliano was the perfect foil for Thiago and also impressed in his own right. His contribution certainly played a large part in our fantastic unbeaten run and unlikely challenge for honours. Here's hoping he's still with us in 2015, as I'm sure the best is yet to come.
Summed up in a song: He’s So Fine – The Chiffons or My Sweet Lord - George Harrison
Worst buy of the season: Jaime Braganca
Jaime Braganca is testament to the perils of signing someone on the strength of their You Tube video channel. Not only is he the worst buy of the season, he is the worst player I’ve ever seen in a Chonburi shirt – and there’s been some stiff competition. On the plus side, he did give us a few laughs and became something of an ironic cult hero on the terraces..
Summed up in a song: Everyone Thinks He Looks Daft – The Wedding Present
Unsung hero of the season: Niweat Siriwong
In spite of his advanced age and not getting in a decent run of matches, the experienced defender never let anyone down when he was called upon to do a job.
Summed up in a song: Substitute – The Who
Biggest flop of the season: Jaime’s too obvious so...Korakot Wiriyaudomsiri.
He looks OK going forward but can’t tackle and has absolutely no positional sense as a left back. A poor replacement for Anucha - BEC Tero definitely came out best in that deal! Hopefully someone will get hold of him during the close season and help him work on his game. Otherwise, he needs to be offloaded.
Summed up in a song: Nobody’s Hero – Stiff Little Fingers
Man of the season: Masahiro Wada
Managed to get an average team – with one or two outstanding players – to second in the league and runners up in the FA Cup, in spite of (rumoured) interference from above and with a tight budget.. A fantastic achievement by anyone’s standards. Made even more remarkable by the fact it was his first (and only) season in charge.
Summed up in a song: Say Hello Wave Goodbye - Soft Cell
Twerp(s) of the season: Newin Chidchob’s tin pot private army
The most arrogant, antagonistic, humourless bunch of hardmen wannabes it’s ever been my misfortune to come across. This pathetic group of overgrown boy scouts would be laughed out of existence in most other places. Sadly, over here, they seem to be allowed to get away with bullying ordinary, decent football fans, whilst looking big and tough in their rather fetching black outfits. Ooooh! You're hard!
Summed up in a song: We Don’t Need This Fascist Groove Thing – Heaven 17
Best away trip: Suphanburi
As both my regular travelling companions were otherwise engaged, I went old skool and made this trip on the fan club mini bus. Stopping for food and drink and visiting a couple of tourist attractions prior to the match made for a cracking day out. The match wasn’t a classic by any means but I was impressed by the set up and stadium at Suphanburi. And it was a joy to be among such delightful company.
Summed up in a song: Day Trip To Bangor (Didn’t We Have A Lovely Time) – Fiddler’s Dram
Best visiting fans: Sisaket
They filled the away end and there were still dozens locked out. I appreciate that the vast majority probably didn’t travel down from the north east - in fact a large percentage probably had a shorter trip than me - but it was still an impressive turnout. And boy, were they noisy!
Summed up in a song: Orange Crush - REM
Best quote of the season: Masahiro Wada
"This match is the last match for Chonburi and we must play with our best performance to bring the FA Cup title back to Chonburi. It is also a way to thank our fans for all their support and make up for last week's disappointment."
Summed up in a song: Promised You A Miracle – Simple Minds
Favourite memory of the season: A phone call
Sitting in Burger King at the services on our way back from Osotspa. My wife phoned to tell us that Buriram Utd had lost at Bangkok Utd in the late kick off. For the first time I actually felt that we could go on to win the league. But didn't actually say it out loud.
Summed up in a song: Dream Baby Dream – Suicide
Funniest incident of the season: Clarence's Pratfall
Although I didn’t see it myself, it has to be my friend Clarence (aged 56) going head over heels in the mud, whilst running to try and stop a fight between Muang Thong Utd and Chonburi fans behind the stand at the SCG. It was made even funnier due to the fact that he was wearing his Sunday best at the time.
Summed up in a song: I Fall – The Damned or Yakety Sax (The Benny Hill theme) – Homer “Boots” Randolph III
Next season I want to see more: Entertainment
It wasn’t just us but I think that genuine entertainment was pretty hard to come by in 2014. There were one or two outstanding matches but overall it was a pretty poor season, only livened up by our late – and highly unlikely – tilt at the title. Hopefully next year we’ll get more excitement.
Summed up in a song: Please Please PleaseLet Me Get What I Want – The Smiths
Next season I want to see less: Rules and Regulations
One of Thai football’s most appealing features is the lack of rules and regulations regarding fans. However, the authorities do seem to be tightening up, without really knowing what they are doing or why. At one league ground I was stopped from taking my umbrella onto an open terrace whilst, at the same time, people carrying drums, flagpoles and pieces of scaffolding were waved through with gay abandon. Daft!
Summed up in a song: Complete Control – The Clash
Wednesday, 25 December 2019
Muang Thong Utd 1-2 Chonburi - Match Report by Greg Hill: 2011
TPL
Muang Thong Utd 1-2 Chonburi
Thunderdome, Nonthaburi
25th December, 2011
Match Report
by Greg Hill
And it was all going so well. OK, so Santa ignored my wishes and didn't drop any of the TTM Pichit cheerleaders in my stocking but then I wasn't very good this year anyway. But a general atmosphere of festive cheer and a bright start by the home side had everything looking rosy.
The starting line up of Kawin (GK), Kayem (LB), Panupong (CB), Nattaporn (CB, capt), Ali (RB), Pitchipong (MD), Datsakorn (MD), Buntao (MD), Dagno (AM), Fowler (CF), and Teerasil (ST) looked fresh and produced a fantastic system of attacking through the middle and then lifting weighted high balls to overlapping wingers, or the reverse.
Chonburi dealt with it well by keeping a deep and physically strong back line, but it was surely just a matter of time. Sure enough Dagno did the honours and put the topping on the Christmas pudding by running to our corner and celebrating right in front of us. But then something strange happened, something that probably says a lot about our state of mind.
In the not too distant past, taking the lead at home would spur us on to more and more goalscoring chances as the visitors pushed forward and miraculously escaped any of the injuries which had caused them to roll around in "agony" before the goal went in. This time however, we started to sit back and ride our luck by defending a single goal lead. Fowler started to drift out of the game even before the half time whistle which left Teerasil and Dagno to try and force a way through the middle, since the overlapping wide players now decided to stay deep and defend. If Robbie noticed any of this, I didn't see him address it at all.
In the second half Robbie made two touches of the ball that I recall. One was a nice little jink in the Chonburi box to release Dagno, a nice move but nothing that Chistian, Miroslav or even Ahnon couldn't do ten times a game. The other touch was a lazy hacked clearance that immediately gave possession back to the visitors. The goals were inevitable and sure enough Chonburi equalised and then took the lead within minutes.
When Fowler was substituted (for Anon), a cheer actually went up from home fans. I honestly don't know if it was relief he was leaving the field or a knee-jerk clap to the mention of "God's" name. Chasing the game, we actually started to get back on top and force a few desperate clearances from Chonburi. But It was too little, too late and we slumped to our second successive home defeat.
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