Ratchaburi FC secured a narrow 1-0 home win over Nakhon Ratchasima Mazda FC in Thai League 1 on January 18, 2026. The Dragons continued their solid home form at the Dragon Solar Park, grinding out a victory against a determined Swatcats side in a match of few clear opportunities. The decisive moment came in the second half, with Ratchaburi likely scoring from a set-piece or a moment of individual brilliance to break the deadlock. Nakhon Ratchasima defended resolutely for large periods but offered little threat going forward, allowing Ratchaburi to control the tempo of the game. The three points helped Ratchaburi consolidate their position in the top half of the table, while for Nakhon Ratchasima it was another away game where they failed to score, a recurring issue in their campaign.