We want to create more history, says Chiangrai’s Phitiwat

The northern side have enjoyed a trophy-laden three years as they twice won the FA Cup (2017, 2018) and the League Cup (2018) before being crowned champions of Thailand for the first time by clinching the league on the final day of the 2019 season.

That victory meant Chiangrai became the first side other than Buriram United and Muangthong United to win the league since 2008 and the success has made their skipper hungry for more.

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Four rounds of fixtures had taken place when COVID-19 brought the season to a temporary halt at the beginning of March, with Bangkok United and Ratchaburi Mitr Phol out in front with 100 percent records.

The powers that be then took the opportunity during the enforced hiatus to switch the league to the European calendar and now, after more than six months without football, the 16 sides will finally return to the playing field.

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It’s been more than six months since Bangkok United opened their campaign with four straight wins to top the standings before Thailand’s domestic championship was brought to an abrupt halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Now, as the capital city side prepare to resume competitive action with a top-of-the-table clash against Ratchaburi Mitr Phol on Saturday, their captain is happy to admit that they already have their eyes on the prize.