Muangthong United F.C.
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Muangthong United Football Club สโมสรฟุตบอล เอสซีจี เมืองทอง ยูไนเต็ด | |||
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Twin Qilins (กิเลนผยอง) | |||
| Founded | 1989 | |||
| Ground |
SCG Stadium Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, Thailand | |||
| Capacity | 15,000 | |||
| Owner |
Siam Sport Syndicate Siam Cement Group | |||
| Chairman | Pongsak Phol-Anan | |||
| Manager | Totchtawan Sripan | |||
| League | Thai League | |||
| 2015 | PLT, 2nd | |||
| Website | Club home page | |||
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Muangthong United Football Club (Thai: สโมสรฟุตบอล เมืองทอง ยูไนเต็ด) is a Thai football club based in Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi Province and other private investors.[1] The club currently plays in the Thai League. Muangthong United has participated in the Thai Premier League since 2009 when they won the Thai Division 1 League title in 2008.
Muangthong United is one of the richest football clubs in Thailand. The club is widely known as The Twin Qilins.[2]
History
Formation and early years
The club was founded in 1989.The first name registered with Football Association of Thailand was Norgjorg Pittayanusorn Football Club. Norgjorg Pittayanusorn Football Club was founded by Worawi Makudi the club race from Ngor Royal Cup, which is the smallest cup. Even in Thailand Football League Division 1 season 2002-2003 Norgjorg Pittayanusorn Football Club was renamed "FC Norgjorg Black Pearl" that the former politician Veera Musikapong race to make the team but the team has just one season and unsuccessful so he stopped by leave the team and the club still remain in the League Division. The next season of the Thailand League Division 1 2003 - 2004 the team was renamed once again as a group that has been done the team as FC Globlex Norgjorg by Somsak Chenchaowanich signed the new team manager. But that year, the team performed poorly. Finally, it must be relegated to play in Ngor Royal Cup in season 2004-2005 by returning to its original name but it was not as successful as it should.The Football Association wants to raise the level of league competition in Thailand so they established Thailand Division 2 League by a team led by Kho Royal Cup and Khor Royal Cup are mixed together to compete in the league this season which Norgjorg Pittayanusorn Football Club eligible entrants. In 2007 Siam Sport Syndicate by Rawi Lohtong the president of Siam Sport Syndicate buy the club and change the name to Muangthong United and moved to new ground at Muang Thong Thani called Thunderdome Stadium. The club's first success was winning the first place in the 2007 Season of the Thailand Division 2 League. From this, they were promoted to the Thai Division 1 League.[3] The team was then promoted to the Thai League in the 2009 season so everyone praised Muangthong United in that season as "3 Years 3 Champs" team.
League era
2009 season
The club was promoted to play in the Thai Premier League in 2009, after it won the title for the Division one. In the 2009 season, the club had many new and notable players in the country. Despite a successful season starts they pledged in April 2009 with Attaphol Buspakom a new coach. For the summer break, the association is, as expected by all experts, among the top five of the table and plays for the championship.[4]
One factor of success would certainly be the close links between the Club and Lierse Sk, was on summer break, the Thai star player Teeratep Winothai joined the team. At the same time joined with Ronnachai Rangsiyo, the master FC PEA, another storm talent for Nonthaburi. The association has with Ronnachai Rangsiyo, Teerasil Dangda and Teerathep Winothai, now probably the most talented strikers in the country in its ranks.[5][6]
2010 season
In 2010. After Attaphol Buspakom sacked following a string of unsuccessful results, and René Desaeyere Belgium Coach managed Muangthong for two season.Rene lead Muangthong qualified for the 2010 AFC Champions League.they beat SHB Đà Nẵng from Vietnam 0–3 but lost out to Singapore Armed Forces on penalties after the game ended in a 1–1 draw and They were eligible to play for the 2010 AFC Cup. They have access to Semi final round by lose to Al-Ittihad from Syria 2–1. In 2010 Thai Premier League they lost just three games and seven draws of 30 game. Which the club won the league for a second and Dagno Siaka is top score for club in 2010 season by 15 goal.
2011 season
At the start of the season Muangthong United signed former Liverpool player Robbie Fowler, who signed a one-year contract. Muangthong United participated in the 2011 AFC Champions League in play off round. They played Sriwijaya but lost on penalties after the game ended in a 2–2 draw. They were also eligible to play for the 2011 AFC Cup, coming first in the group stage of the tournament. In their first match of the round of 16 they beat Al Ahed from Lebanon 4–0 but went on to lose to Kuwait SC in the quarter-finals round 1–0. After their tournament exit Henrique Calisto, the clubs manager, was sacked and Fowler took over as player/coach of Muangthong United.[7][8][9][10][11]
In 2011 Thai Premier League Muangthong United finished the season in third place in Thai league. For the 2010–11 season and Teerasil Dangda is top score for club in 2011 season by 13 goals.
2012 season
After Fowler's contract expired, Muangthong United signed a contract with Serbian Slaviša Jokanović. During the pre-season, Muangthong United signed on many famous players such as Mario Gjurovski, Ri Kwang-Chon, Adnan Barakat, Mongkol Namnuad, and the young player that crowned as best younger of Thailand etc.
In this season, the club did not play in the AFC Champions League or AFC Cup. Therefore, it tried to do the best in 2012 Thai League Cup, but they lost to TOT 3–4 and 2012 Thai FA Cup they lost to Army United 3–2, but they can win the 2012 Thai Premier League is a third of the club and Muangthong United became the first team in Thai League to go the season unbeaten in the current 34-game format.
Stadium
SCG Stadium is a football stadium located in Nontaburi, Thailand, and is the home of Thai League's side, Muangthong United. Yamaha Stadium was the first operate football stadium in Thailand, while PAT Stadium and TOT Stadium Chaeng Watthana constructed without operate including there are others older stadiums, they're all considered as multi-purpose stadiums.
The stadium used to be able to hold as much as 20,000 spectators but the number reduce after renovation by filling in chairs to make the stadium all seated with capacity of 15,000 people.
Training Ground
- Muangthong Thani Lake Training Ground, Nontaburi
- Kirin Vally Sport Resort, Nakhon Ratchasima
- Camp SCG Muangnoi, Saraburi
Supporters
Play their home games Muangthong United from the Yamaha Stadium. A stadium which originally offered about 5,000 spectators. The stadium has unlike most stadiums in Thailand no running track. Due to the success, and the increasing number of spectators, the stadium was built with steel tube stands at 15,000 seats during the season. After the end of the 2009 season began that the existing plans for a stadium expansion into action. Were not designed for a capacity of approximately 15,000 spectators, the first draft, it was later changed to 25,000. As one of the few stadiums in Thailand, it is then also have VIP areas.[12][13]
The club managed to develop a very large fan base in a short time. At away games, the fans are represented very numerous mot. Games against Chonburi and Bangkok Glass are among the highlights of the season. This 2009 new attendance records for the league could be set up in the season. For the games against Chonburi and Bangkok Glass, there was even a first time ticket sales. This should slow down the expected rush for tickets. For football in Thailand, this was a novelty. The core of fans of Muangthong consists of the Ultra Muangthong. They were also the first who brought the Ultra movement in Thailand's stages. Large banners, flags and double holder characterize the Fangruppierung, as well as a "pre-Inger" with megaphones.
The environment of the organization is considered to be extremely professional. The newcomer to the Thai Premier League is the previous top Chonburi in terms of marketing and merchandise while in nothing and is even there to overtake him. The owner of the club, the Siam Sports Syndicate, this is one of the largest media companies in the sport of Thailand. Thus, the company was the sponsor of the Thai Association Cup in 2009 and also has the rights to the live broadcasts of the Thai Premier League.
Season by season record
| Season | League[14] | FA Cup | League Cup |
Kor Royal Cup |
AFC Champions League |
AFC Cup | Top scorer | |||||||||
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| Division | P | W | D | L | F | A | Pts | Pos | Name | Goals | ||||||
| 2007 | DIV 2 | 22 | 15 | 5 | 2 | 39 | 19 | 50 | 1st | – | – | – | – | – | N/A | N/A |
| 2008 | DIV 1 | 30 | 19 | 8 | 3 | 58 | 17 | 65 | 1st | – | – | – | – | – | Yaya Soumahoro | 12 |
| 2009 | TPL | 30 | 19 | 8 | 3 | 48 | 20 | 65 | 1st | R3 | – | – | – | – | Dango Siaka | 10 |
| 2010 | TPL | 30 | 20 | 7 | 3 | 64 | 19 | 67 | 1st | RU | R3 | W | Play-off | SF | Dagno Siaka | 15 |
| 2011 | TPL | 34 | 17 | 9 | 8 | 54 | 32 | 60 | 3rd | RU | QF | RU | Play-off | QF | Teerasil Dangda | 13 |
| 2012 | TPL | 34 | 25 | 9 | 0 | 78 | 31 | 84 | 1st | QF | QF | – | – | – | Teerasil Dangda | 24 |
| 2013 | TPL | 32 | 21 | 8 | 3 | 61 | 33 | 71 | 2nd | SF | R3 | RU | GR | – | Teerasil Dangda | 15 |
| 2014 | TPL | 38 | 20 | 11 | 7 | 66 | 36 | 62 | 5th | QF | QF | RU | Play-off 3 | – | Mario Gjurovski | 13 |
| 2015 | TPL | 34 | 21 | 8 | 5 | 81 | 35 | 71 | 2nd | RU | R2 | – | – | – | Cleiton Silva | 25 |
| 2016 | PLT | RU | Play-off 3 | – | ||||||||||||
| Champions | Runners-up | Third Place | Promoted | Relegated |
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Current squad
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Note 1: The official club website lists the supporters as player 12th man.
Out on loan
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Reserves and academy
Club officials
| Position | Name |
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| Chairman of the Advisory |  Rawi Lohtong |
| Chairman | Pongsak Phol-Anan |
| Vice President | Wilak Lohtong |
| Director | Pramote Techasupatkul |
| Director | Venus Asavasitthithavorn |
| Director | Waksorn Lohtong |
| Club Advisory | Kittiratt Na-Ranong |
| Club Secretary | - |
| Managing Director | Pitoon Chutimakronkul |
| Director of Legal | Narinpong Jinapak |
| Director of Marketing | Wasan Chanpranot |
| Overseas Coordinator |  Stephen Romary |
| Director of Football | Ronnarit Suewaja |
| General Manager | Piansak Onsamang |
| Head Coach | Totchtawan Sripan |
| Assistant Coach | Santi Chaiyaphuak |
| Coach | - |
| Goalkeeping Coach |  Joseba Ituarte |
| Fitness coach | Supachai Klangkrasae |
| Fitness coach |  Chun Jihoon |
| Head Physical | Dr.Pornthep Mamanee |
| Physical | Kittipong Suebsoh |
| Physical | Parunya Wilaisut |
| Mentality | Varoth Chotpitayasunondh |
Manager history
Manager by Years (2007–present)
| Years | Name | Nationality |
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| 2007 | Nopporn Eksrattra | Thailand |
| 2008 | Surasak Tungsurat | Thailand |
| 2009 | Attaphol Buspakom | Thailand |
| Jan 11, 2010 – Jan 7, 2011 | René Desaeyere | .svg.png){kind=small} Belgium |
| Dec 31, 2010 – Feb 28, 2011 | Carlos Roberto |  Brazil |
| March 6, 2011 – Sept 29, 2011 | Henrique Calisto |  Portugal |
| Oct 1, 2011 – Jan 31, 2012 | Robbie Fowler |  England |
| Feb 27, 2012 – June 4, 2013 | Slaviša Jokanović |  Serbia |
| June 5, 2013 – July 16, 2013 | Winfried Schäfer (interim) |  Germany |
| July 19, 2013 – Dec 31, 2013 | René Desaeyere | Belgium |
| Jan 2, 2014 – March 30, 2014 | Scott Cooper | England |
| July 2, 2014– Jan 19, 2016 | Dragan Talajić |  Croatia |
| Jan 21, 2016– present | Totchtawan Sripan | Thailand |
Captain history
Captain by Years (2007–present)
| Years | Name | Nationality |
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| 2007 | Supat Onthong | Thailand |
| 2008 | Surapong Thammawongsa | Thailand |
| 2009 | Jetsada Jitsawad | Thailand |
| 2010–2011 | Nataporn Panrit | Thailand |
| 2012– | Datsakorn Thonglao | Thailand |
Honours
League
- Thai League
- Thai Division 1 League
- Winners (1): 2008
- Regional League Division 2:
- Champions (1): 2007
Cup
- Thai FA Cup
- Runners-up (3): 2010, 2011, 2015
- Kor Royal Cup:
- Champions (1): 2010
- Runners-up (4): 2011, 2013, 2014,2016
International competitions
- AFC Champions League : 1 appearance
- AFC Cup: 2 appearances
Asian clubs ranking
- As of 2 April 2015.[15]
| Current Rank | Country | Team |
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| 13 |  | Beijing Guoan |
| 14 | | Suwon Samsung Bluewings |
| 15 | | Muangthong United |
| 16 |  | Pakhtakor Tashkent FK |
| 17 | | Chonburi |
Sponsors
The following are the sponsors of MTUTD (named "MTUTD Partners"):
Title Sponsor
Shirt Sponsor
Official Sponsors
- YAMAHA
- Thai AirAsia
- Bangkok Hospital
- TOSHIBA
- Coke
- Land and Houses Bank
- Singha
- I-Mobile
- Prozone
- Thai Ticket Major
- AIA
- Canon
- Novotel
- Herbalife
- Sponsor
| Period | Sportswear | Sponsor |
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| 2008 | Grand Sport |
Yamaha |
| 2009–10 | Adidas |
Yamaha |
| 2011 | Grand Sport |
Yamaha |
| 2012–16 | Grand Sport |
SCG |
References
- ↑ Muang Thong new Thai powerhouses
- ↑ THAI PREMIER LEAGUE 2009 :MUANG THONG CELEBRATE TPL CROWN Archived 22 January 2011 at WebCite
- ↑ Muangthong United History Archived 12 February 2009 at the Wayback Machine.
- ↑ Muang Thong lead the way
- ↑ Muangthong United Face Club Versus Country Battle
- ↑ Muangthong's king-size worries Archived 22 January 2011 at WebCite
- ↑ http://www.mtufc.com/
- ↑ "Robbie Fowler signs for Muang Thong United". ESPN. 7 July 2011. Retrieved 2011-07-07.
- ↑ "Robbie Fowler to play for Thai club". Straits Times. 7 July 2011. Retrieved 2011-07-07.
- ↑ "Fowler to play in Thailand". Times Live. 7 July 2011. Retrieved 2011-07-07.
- ↑ "Fowler in shock move to Thailand". Yahoo! Eurosport. 7 July 2011. Retrieved 2011-07-07.
- ↑ mtutd.tv: Details mit Entwürfen der VIP Boxen
- ↑ thaileaguefootball.com: Renovations of MTU Stadium
- ↑ King, Ian; Schöggl, Hans & Stokkermans, Karel (20 March 2014). "Thailand – List of Champions". RSSSF. Retrieved 29 October 2014. Select link to season required from chronological list.
- ↑ "Asia Football / Soccer Clubs Ranking". Retrieved 29 March 2015.
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