Shopee Cup Team Profile: BG Pathum United

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Shopee Cup Team Profile: BG Pathum United

27 Jul 2024

One of two Thai sides to feature in the ASEAN Club Championship Shopee Cup™, BG Pathum United’s star-studded squad are ready to take on their regional rivals. After clinching the League Cup crown to end their 2023/24 campaign on a high, the Rabbits will be looking to add the Shopee Cup to their trophy cabinet.

Honours

Thai League 1: 2020/21

Thai League 2: 2019

Thai FA Cup: 2014

Thai League Cup: 2023/24

Club highlights

The club's roots trace back to Bangkok Glass Football Club, formed in 1979 as a recreational activity for employees of the Bangkok Glass Factory. Following a shock relegation to Thailand’s second division in 2018, the club went through a significant rebrand and renamed themselves BG Pathum United. The Rabbits then won back-to-back league titles at the Thai League 2 and 1 levels in 2019 and 2020/21.

Head coach: Makoto Teguramori

Having previously led Japan to their first-ever AFC U-23 Championship title in 2016, Makoto Teguramori went on to be the Samurai Blue’s first-team assistant the following year. He then took his talents to Thailand in 2022 as the BGPU head coach, but the Japanese tactician left for Chonburi after less than a season in charge before returning to BG for his second stint at the beginning of 2024. The 56-year-old led the Rabbits to their first League Cup title this past summer, defeating Muangthong United 1-0.

Key player: Chanathip Songkrasin

Nicknamed the ‘Thai Messi’, Chanathip Songkrasin has been grabbing headlines since making his senior debut for Changsuek in 2012. Following his six-year spell in J1 League with Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo and Kawasaki Frontale, his move to BGPU has uplifted the Rabbits' attacking display. Entering the 2024/25 season, the new BG captain looks to lead his side to regional success.

One to watch: Waris Choolthong

Waris Choolthong was the biggest surprise package for BGPU last season. The BG Academy graduate is known for his well-rounded style of play. He’s a constant outlet on the wings in attack and a disciplined defender in 1v1 situations. Only recently turning 20 earlier this year, Waris is already a regular in the Thailand U-23 side and has shown maturity in his game beyond his years.

Did you Know?

The Rabbits recently added a new state-of-the-art East Stand to their home ground, upping BG Stadium’s capacity from 11,114 to 15,114.

Shopee Cup Fixtures

PSM Makassar vs BG Pathum United (21 August, 2024)

BG Pathum United vs Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng FC (25 September, 2024)

BG Pathum United vs Đông Á Thanh Hóa FC (8 January, 2025)

Shan United FC vs BG Pathum United (22 January, 2025)

BG Pathum United vs Terengganu FC (8 February, 2025)

Photo: BG Pathum United