Sports · National NewsThailand's Padel Team Set for Historic 2026 Asian Games Debut in Japan
Four Thai padel athletes compete at 2026 Asian Games in Japan as the sport debuts. Learn how this could transform Thailand's sports funding.
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Sports · TechWorld Cup 2026: Thailand Awaits Broadcast Rights Decision as Laos Embraces App-Only Model
Laos adopts app-only World Cup viewing through Unitel's LaoTV. Thailand awaits June 10 announcement on whether broadcast rights are secured at all.
Sports · National NewsThailand's Path to the World Cup: Learning from First-Time Qualifiers
Thailand missed 2026 World Cup qualification but has a clear path forward. Learn how youth development and expanded Asian slots could bring qualification by 2030.
SportsThailand Women's Volleyball Team Faces Elimination After Belgium Comeback
After blowing a 2-0 set lead to Belgium, Thailand's volleyball team (0-3) must beat Czech Republic on June 7 to avoid elimination from VNL 2026 Week 1.
Sports · EconomyThailand's 2026 World Cup Dilemma: Free Coverage at Risk as FIFA Demands 1.3B Baht
FIFA's 1.3B baht demand threatens free World Cup coverage in Thailand. New two-tier model could split matches between free and paid access. Details inside.
SportsThailand Women Target First Win Against Belgium in Critical VNL Clash
Thailand women's volleyball seeks first VNL 2026 win vs Belgium Saturday 2pm in Nanjing. Watch live on Monomax Sports Channel 29 or stream online.
Sports · EconomyThailand May Miss World Cup Coverage as FIFA Price Talks Stall
FIFA demands 1.3B baht for Thailand's World Cup 2026 broadcast rights while Vietnam paid 487M baht. JAS negotiations stall days before June 11 kickoff.
SportsThailand's Seven-Month Asian Cup Countdown: Kuwait Draw Exposes Defensive Gaps
Thailand drew 2-2 with Kuwait as Anthony Hudson preps War Elephants for Asian Cup 2027. Next: China on June 9. Can Thailand compete in tough Group F?
Sports · EconomyThailand's World Cup 2026 Broadcaster Faces Tough FIFA Negotiations Over Rights Costs
JAS negotiates World Cup 2026 broadcast rights with FIFA. Thai fans may face paid subscriptions as negotiations continue. Latest updates on rights costs and viewing access.