Buriram United put on an impressive display on February 26, 2025, at the Chang Arena, defeating the defending champions BG Pathum United 3-1 to advance to the quarterfinals of the Revo Cup.
The match marked the round of 16 of the tournament and had the eager fans buzzing as the storied Buriram United, with seven past championships, took on the formidable BG Pathum United, who were entering as the reigning champions.
The home team quickly went to work, showing their attacking prowess early on. Buriram's Martin Boakye opened the scoreline with a well-timed run to meet Supachai Jaiyed’s delivery, slotting the ball home to give Buriram the 1-0 lead during the 32nd minute. This goal ignited the crowd, signaling Buriram’s dangerous intent against their rivals.
Despite some promising plays from BG Pathum, including attempts from their star player, Ranil Santana, they struggled to find their rhythm. The first half concluded with Buriram leading by one goal, but the second half promised more excitement.
Just moments after the break, Buriram struck again. This time, it was Supachai Jaiyed himself who found the net, doubling their lead to 2-0. A set-piece corner initiated by Lucas Crispim set the stage for the resurgence of Buriram's attack, leading to plenty of anxious moments for BG Pathum's defense.
BG Pathum wasn’t ready to throw in the towel, though. Their determination paid off when Santana managed to break through and score, reducing the deficit to 2-1 as he skillfully converted during the 75th minute. His effort showcased the team's capabilities and briefly reignited hopes for the visitors.
But the tide of the match swung distinctly back to Buriram just moments later. After being fouled inside the box during the 83rd minute, Buriram was awarded a penalty. Guilherme Bissole stepped up to accept the responsibility, and with calm precision, he slotted the ball past BG Pathum’s keeper, sealing the match at 3-1.
The sequence of events illustrated not only Buriram's attacking depth—scoring through different players—but also made it clear why they are considered threats to be reckoned with moving forward.
With this commanding win, Buriram United progressed confidently to the quarterfinals of the Revo Cup. Fans celebrated as their team showed resilience and tactical skill on the field, underlining their position as one of Thailand’s premier football clubs. Looking forward, their next encounter promises to be equally thrilling as they continue their campaign for yet another title.