Sisaket United 2-5 Ratchaburi FC: Coelho double inspires ruthless away display

Ratchaburi FC produced a clinical and increasingly dominant performance to beat Sisaket United 5-2 in Thai League 1 at Sisaket Stadium on Friday 30 October 2026. The visitors recovered from an early setback, took control before half-time and then punished Sisaket with a devastating second-half surge that turned a competitive match into a convincing away victory.

Rafael Coelho was the headline act with two goals, while Nattawut Sombat delivered a goal and an assist in a performance that underlined Ratchaburi’s attacking quality. Sisaket’s early energy and a superb opening goal gave the home crowd hope, but the hosts could not sustain their pressure once Ratchaburi settled into their passing rhythm.

Match overview

Sisaket United began with a high, aggressive press and were rewarded inside the first ten minutes. Kittisak Wongsa latched onto a loose ball just outside the penalty area and drove a low finish into the bottom corner to make it 1-0, sending the home support into loud celebration. For a short spell, Sisaket looked capable of turning the match into an uncomfortable evening for the visitors.

Ratchaburi, however, gradually found space between the lines. Their midfield began to dictate possession, and the equaliser arrived in the 23rd minute when Rafael Coelho timed his run into the box perfectly and guided a first-time finish past the Sisaket goalkeeper. The away side moved ahead four minutes before half-time through Nattawut Sombat, whose curling effort from the edge of the area found the far corner.

Key moments

• 9th minute: Kittisak Wongsa gives Sisaket United a shock 1-0 lead with a low drive from outside the box.
• 23rd minute: Rafael Coelho equalises for Ratchaburi FC with a composed first-time finish.
• 41st minute: Nattawut Sombat curls Ratchaburi into a 2-1 lead before the break.
• 54th minute: Coelho scores his second, converting a cut-back after a flowing Ratchaburi move.
• 72nd minute: Substitute Anurak Phromma taps in Ratchaburi’s fourth after a low cross from Sombat.
• 79th minute: Phumin Khamdee converts a penalty to reduce the deficit to 4-2.
• 88th minute: Kim Tae-yoon completes the scoring with a calm finish on the counter-attack.

Tactical story

The match turned on Ratchaburi’s ability to bypass Sisaket’s initial press. Once the visitors started switching play from side to side, Sisaket’s midfield was pulled out of shape and large gaps appeared behind the full-backs. Ratchaburi’s wide players stretched the defence, creating room for Coelho and Sombat to attack the penalty area from deeper positions.

Sisaket’s high line became increasingly risky after half-time. Ratchaburi won the ball back quickly in midfield and repeatedly attacked with numbers, turning defence into attack in just a few passes. The home side’s penalty gave them brief encouragement, but Ratchaburi’s fifth goal in the closing stages reflected the visitors’ superior control and fitness in the final 20 minutes.

Standout players

Rafael Coelho was the match-winner for Ratchaburi, showing sharp movement and clinical finishing with his two goals. Nattawut Sombat was equally influential, scoring the crucial second goal and providing the assist for the fourth. His ability to find space between Sisaket’s midfield and defence caused problems throughout.

For Sisaket, Kittisak Wongsa deserves credit for a confident opening goal and a tireless display, while Phumin Khamdee showed composure from the penalty spot. The home goalkeeper made several saves to keep the score respectable, but he was too often exposed by runners arriving unmarked in the box.

What the result means

The three points strengthen Ratchaburi FC’s push toward the upper half of the Thai League 1 standings and give them momentum heading into their next fixture. Their attacking depth was on full display, with a substitute scoring the fourth goal and a late fifth confirming their dominance.

For Sisaket United, the defeat leaves them with defensive questions to answer. The early lead showed their potential, but conceding five goals at home will be a major concern as they look to climb away from the relegation battle. The Thai League 1 result is a reminder that Sisaket must manage games better once their initial pressing energy fades.