Win at Korat puts Pathum in command

BG Pathum’s Victor Cardozo (right) in action against Nakhon Ratchasima.

Thai League 1 pacesetters BG Pathum United extended their lead to nine points after beating Nakhon Ratchasima 2-0 on Friday night.

Brazilian defender Victor Cardozo scored in each half for the visitors.

With the win, the Rabbits have 35 points, nine ahead of champions Chiang Rai United, who are playing in the Champions League in Qatar.

Port are third on 25 points but have played two games fewer than BG.

At Nakhon Ratchasima, the hosts missed a golden chance to take the lead when they were awarded a penalty in the 40th minute.

Leandro Assumpcao’s ‘Panenka penalty kick’ was easily saved by BG goalkeeper Chatchai Butprom.

Deep into injury time, the Swat Cats conceded a penalty and Cardozo made no mistake from the spot.

Cardozo was on…