The experienced A-licensed coach, affectionately known as coach ‘Tum’, joins from Trang FC and brings a wealth of knowledge to the club, who currently sit at the bottom of the league table following three defeats and one draw from their opening four matches.
The big question is can coach Tum unlock the potential of a squad packed with talent and guide them to safety?
Tough Test Against Pattani FC
Pattani, under the leadership of Swiss coach Damian Bellon, are in good form and will be a tough opponent. Unbeaten so far in their four games this season, with two wins and two draws, they have ambitions of promotion this year in a very competitive league. The southerners will be confident of taking all three points against the Lobsters whom to many outside the club look in dissaray.
One interesting fact about Pattani FC is they share the same nickname as English Premier League giants Arsenal in The Gunners.
Tactical Decisions Ahead
The new coach has some important decisions to make for his first game in charge. How will he strengthen the midfield and defense? Can he find the right system to get the best out of the club’s attacking players?
We could see a change in formation with an extra man in central midfield, possibly at the expense of an attacking midfielder.
Most importantly, his focus will be to build confidence within the squad and start earning points.
PAFC Team News
Midfielder “Min” is likely to miss the game through injury, which could mean a start for “Not” who is still lacking in match fitness.
The key will be turning the club’s talented impact attackers into consistent performers. Will we see “Game” and “Ball” start ahead of “Torky” and “Bebe”?
Match Outlook
A close game is expected with a 1-1 draw a possible result as the new coach aims to bring stability to the team. A positive result will give them confidence going into next weekend’s tough away game against Trang FC. Plus the fans are eager for some positivity and a reason to get behind the club and its owners after recent difficulties.
Can the new coach guide Phuket Andaman FC to a much-needed win? We wil find out later today!
Match details
Phuket Andaman FC V Pattani FC.
Location: Surakul Stadium, Phuket.
Kick-off: 3:30pm.
Tickets: B100 (concessions B80). The club is running a special offer of buy two adult tickets and get two children’s tickets free for today’s game.
For more information please visit the PAFC website: https://linktr.ee/phuketandamanfc or Simon Causton’s blog at: https://phuketandamanfc.substack.com/.