Nuanphan Lamsam or ‘Madame Pang’, President of the Port FC and manager of the Thailand national team. Announcement to confirm to be the candidate for the election for president of the Football Association of Thailand(FA Thailand) in the next term in February 2024.
In addition, she is supported by two big patrons in Thailand football such as Newin Chidchob, President of Buriram United and Pawin Bhirombhakdi, President of BG Pathum United.
“Pang is a football lover. And had the opportunity to work with the Football Association of Thailand since 2008 from the invitation of the President of the Football Association of Thailand at that time, Khun Worawee Makudi, to become a women’s football manager Thailand national team,” Madame Pang said in a press release.
“Pang has dedicated and spent 12 years trying to bring Thai women’s football to compete in every arena. Both in ASEAN, Asia and at the international level (World Cup 2015 in Canada and World Cup 2019 in France), Pang and the Thailand women’s national team are most honoured and proud. who can bring the tricolour flag to wave twice in the world-class women’s football arena?”
“Later, in 2015, Pang turned to manage a professional football club, Port FC, participating in the Thai League competition, which is currently entering its 8th year and is still honoured to be a manager of the Thailand national football team by the appointment of Police General Somyot Phumphanmuang, president of the Football Association of Thailand on August 23, 2021, was able to win the AFF Championship twice.”
“Throughout the 16 years of football in Thailand, both the national team and the club team, it would be more or less confirmed and proven that I love, faith and obsessed with football with all my heart. Over the past two decades, Pang has gained friendship. and engagement, as well as useful experiences from athletes, staff, coaches, a trainers association executive and many football fans, both Thai and foreign.”
“Football” is a sport that has been very popular among mankind. It is also widely accepted. and proved that “football” can create love and unity for the whole country and great economic and social values for communities, provinces, and countries. For example, Buriram Province has become a famous province All over the country from the success of the club “Buriram United” This is the result that started with the popularity of football. which can be further extended and integrated into other dimensions such as trade and investment and tourism very well.”
“The current situation in Thai football after the covid crisis We are facing a big challenge. arising from various reasons Hundreds of thousands of problems have accumulated over generations. Pang doesn’t apologize to anyone. Because all association executives have dedicated their sacrifices and contributions to the Thai football industry respectively, what is urgently needed right now is to work together to increase income and popularity, and faith to return to the Thai football industry again. because, at present Many football development projects have been halted. Decreased team support Sponsorship shrinks Auction of rights to live football broadcasts which is the main income of football management organizations around the world, did not reach an agreement These things will reduce the quality of team management. With reduced subsidies, Performance will go down. Popularity with football fans will decrease accordingly Small teams can’t go on. Big teams still have to be tired. Come to the point where you have to help yourself. Fighting for the last time to overcome this crisis with the least pain possible”
“Pang would like to thank Mr. Newin Chidchob and Mr. Pavin Bhirombhakdi for having the honour to attend the press conference with Pang in person today. And has helped to support in all aspects, including encouragement, perspective, and ideas, in solving problems. and develop our football industry to flourish even more Both of you are people who love football very much as well.”
“a few days ago, The president of the association, Police General Somyot Pumpanmuang, invited Pang to talk and said that he would like to lay hands due to old age and would like to support the new generation to help manage the association You have foreseen Pang’s love for Thai football. therefore requested and encouraged him to apply for the selection competition to be the next President of the Football Association of Thailand”
“and in the last few months There are well-wishers both inside and outside football. Got a phone call or came in to talk and inquire And persuaded Pang to decide to fully manage Thai football by giving encouragement And full support in every way, this is why it is important. That Pang has decided to run for election as president of the Football Association of Thailand. in the Royal Patronage next time”
“Dough admits that This was not an easy decision. For many reasons that have been mentioned. the whole family who is concerned about health and the current tight workload But when Thai football is in a difficult situation, There must be someone who has to present himself. sacrificing the time and resources available Comedown and do the best here. Pang believes in his own intentions. and willing to take on such a burden”
“After this, there are still several months until the election is due. There will probably be many people who are qualified. knowledge and experience Nominated to apply for membership as president of the association. It is an opportunity for member clubs. Voters will have more choices. This application I don’t want to see it as a competition with anyone. no matter who wins or gets the next president of the Football Association of Thailand, Pang will still be a supporter. And continue to cooperate with all groups because we are all friends and brothers in the same industry and believe that everyone who applies Has the same desire for the development of football.”
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