Defending champions Buriram United, who take on cellar-dwellers Air Force Central tonight, look set to finish the first leg of the Thai League 1 season as leaders. However, Sirichai Kimoto, assistant manager of Diogo Luis Santo-powered Buriram side, refused to take their last match of the first leg lightly, saying: "We cannot afford to underestimate Air Force." "Air Force are at the bottom of the table but of course they would also want to win this game. Peerapol Nutchanart, an Air Force team director, said: "We hope to spring a big surprise by claiming at least a point from the reigning champions and league leaders. Chonburi coach Jakkraphan Panpee said: "Right now, we are high on confidence after beating Nakhon Ratchasima at their home ground.

Source: Bangkok Post May 25, 2018 21:22 UTC