Nakhon Pathom FC edged Nongbua Pitchaya FC 4-3 in a breathless Thai League 2 encounter on 17 October 2026, with the home side surviving a late fightback after building a two-goal cushion. Seven goals, momentum swings and a tense finish made it one of the most entertaining matches of the round, and the three points could prove significant in the promotion race.

Match overview

Nakhon Pathom FC started positively and looked the more purposeful side in the opening exchanges, pressing high and attacking through the wide areas. Nongbua Pitchaya FC were dangerous on the counter and stayed within touching distance throughout, but Nakhon Pathom’s ability to create chances in quick succession gave them the edge in a wildly open contest.

The first half set the tone for the night. Nakhon Pathom took the lead, Nongbua responded, and the home side regained control before half-time. After the break, the game stretched further, with both teams committing numbers forward and leaving space in behind. Nakhon Pathom appeared to have sealed the result when they moved 4-2 ahead, but Nongbua’s late goal ensured a nervous final stretch.

Key moments

• 12 minutes: Teerapat Suksawat opened the scoring for Nakhon Pathom after a quick move down the right and a composed finish inside the box.
• 24 minutes: Nongbua Pitchaya equalised through Thanadon Phromsorn, who capitalised on a loose ball and struck low past the goalkeeper.
• 41 minutes: Anucha Wongchai restored Nakhon Pathom’s lead with a well-timed run into the penalty area and a first-time finish.
• 55 minutes: Teerapat Suksawat scored his second of the night, finishing clinically after Nakhon Pathom pressed Nongbua into a mistake at the back.
• 63 minutes: Kittisak Boonmee pulled one back for the visitors, converting from close range after a sustained spell of pressure.
• 78 minutes: Substitute Phakphum Srisuwan restored Nakhon Pathom’s two-goal advantage with a powerful strike from the edge of the area.
• 89 minutes: Thanadon Phromsorn scored again for Nongbua, setting up a tense finale, but Nakhon Pathom held on.

Tactical story

Nakhon Pathom FC’s success came from their willingness to attack quickly after winning the ball. Their midfield pressed aggressively and looked to release the front line early, which repeatedly caught Nongbua Pitchaya’s defensive line on the back foot. The home side’s movement between the lines was difficult to track, and their two-goal cushion late in the game allowed them to manage the closing stages with a slightly deeper block.

Nongbua Pitchaya FC contributed fully to the spectacle. Their counter-attacks carried real threat, and their willingness to keep pushing after falling behind made the match unpredictable until the final whistle. However, defensive lapses proved costly, particularly for Nakhon Pathom’s third and fourth goals. In a game of fine margins, the home side’s sharper finishing and ability to score in bursts made the difference.

Standout players

Teerapat Suksawat was the attacking focal point for Nakhon Pathom FC, scoring twice and stretching the Nongbua defence throughout. Anucha Wongchai’s energy in midfield and his goal underlined his importance to the team’s tempo. For Nongbua Pitchaya, Thanadon Phromsorn was excellent in defeat, scoring twice and remaining a constant threat on the break.

Season impact

The win gives Nakhon Pathom FC an important three-point boost in the Thai League 2 standings and reinforces their credentials in a competitive promotion chase. The manner of the victory—dominant at times but vulnerable late—will give the coaching staff both encouragement and areas to address. Nongbua Pitchaya FC leave with no points but plenty of attacking positives, though their defensive record will need improvement if they are to climb the table consistently.