RatchaburiMitr Phol put up a tough fight at home. They grabbed a 2-2 draw against league leaders Buriram United. The game had non-stop action. Fans stayed glued until the end. Ratchaburi showed real grit. Buriram struck sharply but couldn’t seal the win.
Before kickoff, Ratchaburi held 44 points from 24 matches. They aimed for a top-four finish. This result stretched their solid run. Meanwhile, Buriram sat on 63 points. The draw cost them key points in the title chase.
Match Breakdown: Fast Goals Up Top – Watch the Highlights
Buriram struck first and fast. In the 8th minute, Guilherme Bissoli finished a sharp pass from Robert Zulj. That goal showed their quick attacks.
Ratchaburi hit back soon. Gleyson tied it 1-1 in the 21st minute. He pounced on a Buriram mistake. Both sides kept pushing. The first half stayed wide open.
After the break, Buriram took control again. Narubodin Weerawatnodom scored in the 48th minute. Sasalak Haiprakon set it up. The leaders looked strong once more.
Ratchaburi dug deep as time ran out. Jesse Curran equalized in the 88th minute. Tana provided the assist. Home fans went wild. That strike earned them a vital point.
Stoppage time saw a yellow for Ratchaburi’s Denilson Junior in the 90+4th. No more goals came. The score ended 2-2.
Top Moments
- Buriram jumped ahead early: Guilherme Bissoli netted in the 8th off Robert Zulj’s pass.
- Ratchaburi answered quickly: Gleyson’s 21st-minute goal exposed Buriram’s defense.
- Visitors pulled ahead post-break: Narubodin Weerawatnodom struck in the 48th with Sasalak Haiprakon’s help.
- Home heroics sealed it: Jesse Curran’s 88th-minute tally gave Ratchaburi the draw before roaring fans.
- Standout star: Jesse Curran (Ratchaburi) took player of the match at 7.4. His goal and work rate shone.
- Crowd energy: 8,379 fans lit up Dragon Solar Park and fueled the hosts.
Stats showed a close battle. Buriram held the ball more at times and nailed shots better. However, Ratchaburi’s press and breaks threw them off.
How Ratchaburi Played
They used a 4-2-3-1 shape. It focused on wide play and midfield grip. Kampon Phatomakkakul held firm in goal. The backline of Jesse Curran, Jonathan Khemdee, Gabriel Mutombo, and Daniel Ting stood tall vs. Buriram’s threats.
Ratchaburi Starters and Ratings (from reports):
| Position | Player | Rating |
|---|---|---|
|
GK
|
Kampon Phatomakkakul | 6.4 |
|
RB
|
Jesse Curran | 7.4 |
|
CB
|
Jonathan Khemdee | 6.9 |
|
CB
|
Gabriel Mutombo | 6.1 |
|
LB
|
Daniel Ting | 6.4 |
|
CM
|
Thossawat Limwanasathian | 7.0 |
|
CM
|
Thanawat Suengchitthawon (c) | 6.5 |
|
RW/AM
|
Jaroensak Wonggorn | 7.4 |
|
AM
|
Tana | 6.6 |
|
LW/AM
|
Denilson Junior | 7.4 |
|
ST
|
Gleyson | 6.3 |
Subs kept the pressure on. Curran led with his goal and defense. Wonggorn and Junior added flair. Recent results like this prove they’re tough for big teams.
How Buriram Played
Buriram also went 4-2-3-1. They leaned on pros and cons. Neil Etheridge guarded the net. Defenders Sandy Walsh, Shinnaphat Leeaoh, Ko Myeong-Seok, and Sasalak Haiprakon held the line.
Buriram Starters and Ratings (from reports):
| Position | Player | Rating |
|---|---|---|
|
GK
|
Neil Etheridge | 6.3 |
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RB
|
Sandy Walsh | 6.1 |
|
CB
|
Shinnaphat Leeaoh | 5.9 |
|
CB
|
Ko Myeong-Seok | 7.0 |
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LB
|
Sasalak Haiprakon | 6.7 |
|
CM
|
Phitiwat Sookjitthammakul | 6.3 |
|
CM
|
Goran Causic | 7.4 |
|
RW
|
Narubodin Weerawatnodom | 7.8 |
|
AM
|
Robert Zulj | – |
|
LW
|
Supachai Chaided | – |
|
ST
|
Guilherme Bissoli | 7.3 |
Bissoli and Weerawatnodom scored. Causic ran the middle. Their record (20 wins, 3 draws, 2 losses) made them favorites. Still, they dropped points here.
Tactics and What It Means
Ratchaburi’s boss set up smart counters through Tana and Denilson Junior. That beat Buriram’s press sometimes. Goals from play and corners clinched the point.
Buriram’s streak ends. Yet they lead the Thai League 1. This shows road struggles vs. hungry teams. The season heats up. Buriram hunts the crown. Ratchaburipushesh for Asia spots.
After the whistle, players hailed the fight. Fans loved it. Ratchaburi’s late goal sums up their spirit. Buriram rebounds next. This 2-2 at Dragon Solar Park ranks among the best games yet. Thai football stays fierce.
