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Thais win but axe falls on Polking

Japan’s Ishii takes over as new coach

Thailand’s Suphanat Mueanta, left, scores against Singapore during a World Cup qualifier at Singapore National Stadium on Tuesday.  REUTERS JEREMY LEE

Former Buriram United coach Masatada Ishii will take charge of the Thai national men’s football side, replacing German-Brazilian tactician Mano Polking, team manager Nualphan Lamsam confirmed on Wednesday.

The decision to end Polking’s two-year reign through “mutual consent” came after Thailand’s 3-1 victory at Singapore in a 2026 World Cup qualifier on Tuesday night.

Nualphan,…

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