Chonburi’s Dennis Murillo, centre, vies with Muang Thong’s Chatchai Saengdao, right, and Willian Popp.
Chonburi leapfrogged defending champions BG Pathum United into third spot on the Thai League 1 table following a 1-1 home draw with Muang Thong United on Sunday night.
The Sharks now have 29 points from 16 matches, while the Kirins stay put in sixth place with 26 points.
Muang Thong United pressured the hosts with their attacking duo Sardor Mirzaev and Willian Popp producing several lightning moves.
Chonburi needed some early heroics from goalkeeper Chanin Sae-ear and defensive midfielder Kritsada Kaman to avoid damage, but the Sharks finally conceded one in the 41st minute when a brilliant Mirzaev free-kick found its way into the net.
Chonburi put on a better show in the second half but saw a Dennis…
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