Chanathip's outstanding performance against CAHN

Chanathip Songkrasin dazzled with two goals in the second half, leading BG Pathum United to a 2-1 comeback win over CAHN in the Shopee Cup debut match.

On an emotional evening in Thailand, Chanathip Songkrasin became the center of attention, scoring twice in the second half to secure a 2-1 comeback victory for BG Pathum United over CAHN in the opening round of Group A at the ASEAN Shopee Cup 2025/26.

At the start of the match, CAHN, representing Vietnam, showed great confidence. The capital team quickly took the lead in the 20th minute with Alan's goal, and a red card for BG Pathum's striker seemed to extinguish the hopes of the Thai side.

However, the game took an unexpected turn after halftime. As CAHN began to slow down to protect their lead, Chanathip, Thailand's football star, stepped up. In the 58th minute, following a swift central combination, the diminutive midfielder skillfully evaded two CAHN defenders before unleashing a precise shot into the far corner to level the score 1-1 for BG Pathum. The goal not only brought the Thai team back into contention but also lifted the spirits of thousands of fans in the stadium.

Not stopping there, in the final minutes, Chanathip continued to demonstrate his star quality by capitalizing on a defensive error from CAHN, scoring from midfield to complete his brace and give BG Pathum a 2-1 lead. An unbelievable victory for the Thai team despite being a man down.

Chanathip's brilliant performance once again highlighted his significance to both his club and Thai football. Beyond scoring, the player nicknamed "Thai Messi" orchestrated play, consistently delivering sharp passes and troubling the CAHN defense with his agility and exceptional technique.

This win not only gave BG Pathum a strong start in the ASEAN Shopee Cup but also sent a powerful message about the strength of Thai football in the race against the region’s top teams.

For Chanathip personally, the brace against CAHN was a statement that he remains Southeast Asia’s leading star, capable of changing the course of a match in moments of brilliance.