The Bangkok Post reports on Thailand’s surprise win over Oman last night in a World Cup 2014 qualifier here in Bangkok:
Thailand beat Oman 3-0 in a World Cup qualifier last night in their finest moments in football in recent memory.
Two first-half goals from strike duo Sompong Soleb (35) and Teerasil Dangda (41) and an own goal by Rashid Al Farsi in injury time gave Thailand their best win for years.
The victory at Rajamangala National Stadium keeps alive Thailand’s dreams of securing their first-ever World Cup berth.
Thailand have one win and one defeat in Group D after their 2-1 loss at Australia in Brisbane last week.
Oman have only one point after a scoreless home draw with Saudi Arabia in their opener. Saudi Arabia were at home to Australia later last night.
The top two teams from each of the five groups advance to Asia’s final qualifying stages (last 10 teams) for the 2014 World Cup.
Next up: Saudi Arabia, coached by one Frank Rijkaard, visit Bangkok on Oct 11.
(Image: Bangkok Post.)