Thai fans are proud of the Chanathip milestone made in Japan

After a period of more than 4-month break because of the epidemic, the Japanese league (J-League) returned. This top Asian tournament is where four Thai players are playing football including Chanathip Songkrasin, Theerathorn Bunmathan, Teerasil Dangda and Kawin.

In the eighth round that took place last weekend, midfielder Chanathip continued to be named in the starting line-up of Sapporo Club. Since coming here, the attacking star of Thailand has confirmed his talent and become an indispensable player.

But the match against Vissel Kobe was a special occasion when, for the first time, Chanathipwore the captain's armband during the second half of the match. Unfortunately, despite the effort, Chanathip could not help the home team gain points in a day that Iniesta, Daigo Nishi or Hotaru Yamaguchi played too well.

Chanathip has played all 8 matches since the beginning of the season. In response to the trust of coach Petrovic, Chanathip scored 1 goal and made 4 passes to help the team to score, topping the assisting list with 4 players Esaka, Kamiya, Mizunuma and Nishizawa.

Sapporo lost only one match in the times when Chanathip imprinted the shoes to help the home team to score, it was a 2-4 loss against Kashiwa Raysol. In that match, Chanathip scored an assist twice. Sapporo is currently eighth with 12 points won.

Becoming the first Thai player to wear the captain's armband in Japan, Chanathip made fans his home country extremely proud. Many fans sent congratulations to him on social networks.

"I'm really proud of him," shared Natthaphon.

"I am proud on behalf of Thailand," said Watana.

Meanwhile, Sudato offered advice, "I think he should go to Europe if he keeps this form."