Sri Lanka to Face Thailand in AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Tomorrow
The AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers third-round matches are set to begin tomorrow (March 25), with Sri Lanka taking on Thailand at 6:00 PM at the Rajamangala National Stadium in Thailand. This crucial match is part of Group D, which also includes Turkmenistan and Chinese Taipei. A total of six groups are competing in this round, with teams like India, Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangladesh, Lebanon, Yemen, and the Philippines battling for a spot in the prestigious tournament. The top team from each group will qualify directly for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 in Saudi Arabia, where 18 national teams will compete for continental glory.
Sri Lanka’s next matches in the qualifiers include a clash against Chinese Taipei on June 10, followed by a home fixture against Turkmenistan on October 9. Another home match against Thailand is scheduled for November 18, while Sri Lanka will wrap up its qualifying campaign on March 31, 2026, against Chinese Taipei.
Sujan Perera will lead the Sri Lanka national football team as captain, with key players such as Chathura Chameera, Mohamed Aman, Kavisha Lakpriya, Mohamed Hasmeer, Rifkhan Mohamed, and several others included in the squad. The team is determined to put up a strong performance and secure qualification for the Asian Cup 2027, a tournament that will feature the best football teams in Asia.
