India vs Thailand friendly

Team India is all set to take on Thailand in a friendly encounter at Yamaha Stadium in Bangkok tomorrow.

Both these teams last met in the year 2003 in Bangkok and Thailand walked away with 2-0 victory.

India- FIFA Ranking - 138 Coach - Bob Houghton

Thailand- FIFA Ranking - 104 Coach - Bryan Robson

Though ranked 34 places higher than the Bhangra Boys you cant really say that Thailand are the favourites to win the tie as India has some quality players within their squads. India lag behind because of playing very few friendly matches as compared to other Asian counterparts.

When the two teams will meet at Yamaha Stadium we can expect some good quality football.

Key Players for Thailand

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Kawin Thamsatchanan(GK)

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Recommended to Manchester United Goalkeeper Coach by Bryan Robson (Former Man U player).

He has also grabbed the attention of clubs like Athletico Madrid. He is only 20 and has got a bright future in front of him.

Datsakorn Thonglao(MID)

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A true playmaker and free-kick specialist. Known as dead ball specialst. He will be the backbone for Thailand Midfield. He is the star player of the Thai team.

Teeratep Winothai (ST)

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He is a Striker who is also equally capable of playing as a Midfielder. He has played in youth team of reputed clubs like Crystal Palace and Everton F.C. He represented Thailand in FIFA U-17 World Championship in New Zealand. He is very speedy and a good dribler.

Key Players for India

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Subrata Paul (GK)

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Undoubtedly one of India's best Goalkeeper. He was the best Goalkeeper and played a major role in India's success in the Nehru Cup. He also conceded the least goal in the i-League for his side Pune FC.

Steven Dias (MID)

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Considered as India's Bekham because of his pin point crosses and free kicks. He is India's key player. And will play as a right Winger under Houghton's tactics,

Sunil Chhetri (ST)

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First ever Indian to play for a MLS side. He plays for Kansas City Wizards but yet to make his MLS debut. He is very swift and pacy. Despite being only 5ft7in tall he is a major threat in the area and comes alive in the penalty.

Prediction:

India 3 - 1 Thailand

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