Sukhothai secured a vital 2-1 home victory over Rayong FC in Thai League 1 on Saturday, March 7, 2026, in a match that provided crucial points in the battle for league positioning. The home side took the lead in the first half through a well-worked team move, but Rayong FC fought back to level the score shortly after the hour mark, setting up a tense finale. The decisive moment came in the 78th minute when Sukhothai's striker capitalized on a defensive error to slot home the winner, sending the home fans into raptures. This result gives Sukhothai a significant boost in their quest to climb the Thai League 1 table, while Rayong FC will rue missed opportunities to take something from the game. The match was played at the Thung Thalay Luang Stadium in Sukhothai.