Pakistan goalkeeper Yousuf Butt makes a save during the FIFA ASEAN Cup match against Thailand.

Pakistan Suffer Heavy Defeat to Thailand in ASEAN Cup

Pakistan Lose 4-0 to Thailand in FIFA ASEAN Cup Opener

By News Desk On Sep 26, 2026

BANGKOK: (Sports Desk) – Pakistan began their FIFA ASEAN Cup campaign with a 4-0 defeat to Thailand on Saturday, 24NewsHD TV reported.

Thailand’s Teerasak Poeiphimai scored a hat-trick, while Jude Soonsup-Bell added the fourth goal as Thailand secured a convincing victory.

Pakistan put up a disciplined defensive display during the opening 30 minutes, with goalkeeper Yousuf Butt making several important saves to deny Thailand’s attacking moves.

The national side adopted a more attacking approach after the break and created opportunities, but failed to convert their chances into goals.

Pakistan entered the contest ranked 105 places below Thailand in the FIFA world rankings.

Pakistan will return to action on Tuesday when they face the Philippines in their next FIFA ASEAN Cup fixture.