Sukothai claimed a vital 2-1 home victory over Rayong FC on March 7, 2026, in a crucial six-pointer at the bottom of the Thai League 1 table. The win gave Sukhothai valuable breathing space in their fight against relegation. Sukhothai started brightly and took an early lead, but Rayong FC showed resilience to equalize against the run of play before halftime. The second half was a tense, scrappy battle, with Sukhothai eventually finding the winner through a deflected shot in the 70th minute. Rayong FC pushed for another equalizer but could not break down a determined home defense. The result was a significant blow to Rayong FC's survival hopes, leaving them rooted in the relegation zone, while Sukhothai celebrated a hard-fought and potentially season-saving three points.