Thailand played with 2 more players but still lost to Iraq in the King's Cup final.

(NLDO) - In the final match of King's Cup 2025, Thailand lost to Iraq 0-1 at home despite playing with 2 more players at the end of the match.

On the evening of September 7, at home, the Thai team entered the final match of the King's Cup 2025 with high expectations. However, coach Masatada Ishii and his team were unable to take advantage of the home field and accepted a 0-1 defeat against Iraq.

In the first half, the game was balanced as both teams created chances but missed them. Thailand relied on Supachok's mobility and Chanathip's creativity, while Iraq chose to play a tight game, pressing fiercely from midfield.

In the second half, the drama was pushed to a climax. In the 67th minute, Thailand thought they had scored the opening goal but VAR determined an offside.

Thailand (white) lost at home despite playing with one more player

Just a few minutes later, Iraq struck the decisive blow when Bayesh crossed the ball accurately for Ali to jump high and head past goalkeeper Patiwat, scoring the only goal in the 75th minute.

Trying to rise up, Thailand continuously pressed the field but wasted opportunities. The most regrettable was Supachai's shot over the bar in the 90+3 minute.

The match became more tense when Iraq had to play with 9 men because Putros (76') and Ali (90+4') received red cards.

Despite having more players, Thailand was still unable to find a way into the opponent's goal. At the end of 90 minutes, Iraq won 1-0 to be crowned King's Cup 2025 champion right on Thai soil. For the home team, this was a regrettable defeat when the goal of defending the throne was broken right at the "holy land" of Buriram.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/thai-lan-da-hon-2-nguoi-van-thua-iraq-o-chung-ket-kings-cup-196250907221635345.htm