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Ratchaburi Football Club (Thai: สโมสรฟุตบอลจังหวัดราชบุรี), is a Thai professional football club based in Ratchaburi province that currently plays in Thai League 1. The top tier league in Thailand. Ratchaburi has the nickname The Dragons which can be seen in the club official crest.

Key Information

History

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Establishment and early years

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Ratchaburi Football Club was founded in 2004 and then joined 2006 Thailand Division 2 League. Ratchaburi able to win the Thailand Division 2 League title, get the right to compete in the 2007 Thailand League Division 1.

The 2007 League Division 1 season has a total of 24 teams participating in the competition, divided into 2 groups, 12 teams each and at the end of the competition, the top five of each group will be relegated to the competition. Thai League Division 2, the club did not perform very well, finished the season with the last place in the group A table.[1]

In 2008, Ratchaburi finished in seventh place out of the 11 participating teams, causing the team to relegate, but due to the Football Association of Thailand reshaping the competition in the season 2009 makes Ratchaburi continue to compete in the Thai League Division 2

2009 Regional League Division 2 is the first season to compete in a 5-region zone system, Ratchaburi Football Club is organized in the Central and Eastern region. The club finished the season with 9th place out of 12 participating teams.[1]

Dragon's breath

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In 2010, the Nitikarnchana family decided to take over Ratchaburi Football Club, which was then in the Regional League Division 2. In 201, the club won the Central-East Division before earning promotion to Division 1 after winning Group A of the Division 2 playoffs.

Prior to the 2012 season, Ratchaburi was sponsored by the Mitr Phol Group and announced the change of the club's name to Ratchaburi Mitr Phol, with Sorraaut Klinprathum as the club's president, Boonying Nitikarnchana as the club's vice president and Thanawat Nitikarnchana is the team manager while taking the helms is Somchai Maiwilai as the club head coach.[2]

Somchai Maiwilai is considered one of the most successful coach in Ratchaburi history spending most of his managerial career at the club and successfully guiding the club from the third tier all the way to the first division.
2011 Division 2 (Tier 3)
2012 Division 1 (Tier 2)
2013 Thai Premier League (Tier 1)

Whilst in Division 1, Ratchaburi made it to the 2012 Thai League Cup final where they lost 4–1 to Buriram United. The final was most remembered for the farcical circumstances that Ratchaburi faced as they didn't have any substitutes on the bench due to having several ineligible loanees from opponents Buriram United. Ratchaburi never stood a chance as Buriram won the final at a canter.[3]

Promotion to the top flight

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In the following season, Ratchaburi flew through the 2012 Thai Division 1 League winning the title on their way to the top flight league.

In the first season of the Ratchaburi in top-tier league is considered unsuccessful, ranked 15th out of the total of 18 teams, but due to the problem of scrambling for the rights of the team between Sisaket and Esan United escalate,[4] The Thai League company decided to increase the top 20 teams in TPL, resulting in the Thai Premier League competition in 2013 season, there was only one relegation team, Pattaya United (17th place).

In 2014 season, Ratchaburi reacted by appointing former Girona manager Ricardo Rodríguez as their new manager for the new 2014 Thai Premier League season. The Dragons finished comfortably in 4th place.[5]

Move to Mitr Phol Stadium and recent years

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Robert Procureur, first technical director of club

After participating in the top league for 3 years, Ratchaburi Mitr Phol has a project to build its own football stadium. The stadium started construction in 2015 and opened for the first time in mid-2016. In 2016 the club moved to new ground, Mitr Phol Stadium and the club appointed Robert Procureur as the club first technical director.[6]

In 2016, Following the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the Football Association of Thailand cancelled the remaining league and cup season on 14 October 2016, with three rounds remaining. Ratchaburi then was announced as the 2016 Thai FA Cup champions where the title was shared among Chainat Hornbill, Chonburi and Sukhothai who was then in the semi-finals. Ratchaburi then finished the league in 6th place.

Philip Roller, captain of the team from 2019 to 2021

In the 2017 season, Ratchaburi continued to progress under Pacheta's stewardship, and with a team containing half blood players Philip Roller and Kevin Deeromram reached league finish as 6th place as well as reaching the semi-final of the League Cup losing 0–1 to Chiangrai United at Supachalasai Stadium.[7]

In the 2018 season, a dismal run of form saw the team slip to the bottom of the league table. Ratchaburi finished the season in 12th place with 43 points, they were one point adrift from safety.

In the 2019 season, after beating Buriram United in the semi-final, Ratchaburi reached the 2019 Thai FA Cup final for the first time in their history. In the final, played at the Leo Stadium, Ratchaburi lost to Port 1–0, with a goal by Sergio Suárez scored in second half. Ratchaburi made it becoming the runner-up of the competition.[8][9]

AFC Champions League debut

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In 2021, Ratchaburi qualified to 2021 AFC Champions League for the first time in club history after finishing the position in top four in the 2020–21 season. Ratchaburi was then placed in group G alongside South Korean Pohang Steelers, Japanese club Nagoya Grampus and Malaysian club Johor Darul Ta'zim.[10][11] On 4 July 2021, the club then registered their first ever points in the tournament after a goalless draw against Pohang Steelers.

In 2022, Ratchaburi ended their 10-years sponsorship with Mitr Phol where the club name was shorten back to Ratchaburi. The club stadium has also renamed to Dragon Solar Park after the solar panel manufacturing company Dragon Solar.

AFC Champions League Two knockout stage

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Ratchaburi ended the 2024–25 Thai League 1 in fourth place which then sees the team qualified to the 2025–26 AFC Champions League Two. In the 2025–26 AFC Champions League Two, Ratchaburi finished the group stage as runners-up thus qualifying to the round of 16 facing off against Indonesian club Persib Bandung.

Academy development

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Ratchaburi opened its first youth academies in 2016 under the name The Dragons Academy.[12] In 2017, Ratchaburi have appointed former player Douglas Cardozo as the club head of youth development.[13]

Stadium

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Dragon Solar Park

From 2007 to 2016, the club used Ratchaburi Provincial Stadium owned by the city council as their home ground. In June 2016, the club built Dragon Solar Park in the town of Huai Phai, Ratchaburi Province to be its new home ground and is directly owned by the club. The stadium has a capacity of 10,000 seats.[14]

Coordinates Location Stadium Year
13°31′55″N 99°48′50″E / 13.531817°N 99.813832°E / 13.531817; 99.813832 Ratchaburi Ratchaburi Provincial Stadium 2007–2016
13°31′18″N 99°46′11″E / 13.521677°N 99.769588°E / 13.521677; 99.769588 Ratchaburi Dragon Solar Park 2016–present

Players

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First-team squad

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Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
2 DF  FRA Gabriel Mutombo
3 DF  BRA Sidcley
4 DF  THA Jonathan Khemdee
5 DF  MAS Daniel Ting (on loan from Johor Darul Ta'zim)
6 MF  ESP Tana
7 FW  BRA Denílson
8 MF  THA Thanawat Suengchitthawon
9 FW  BRA Gleyson
10 MF  THA Jakkaphan Kaewprom (Captain)
11 FW  BRA Negueba
15 DF  THA Adisorn Promrak
16 MF  THA Siwakorn Jakkuprasat (Vice-captain)
18 MF  THA Teeraphol Yoryoei
19 DF  THA Suporn Peenagatapho
No. Pos. Nation Player
23 DF  THA Kevin Deeromram
24 MF  THA Jaroensak Wonggorn (on loan from BG Pathum United)
27 MF  PHI Jesse Curran
28 MF  THA Thossawat Limwannasathian
29 DF  THA Kiatisak Jiamudom
33 DF  THA Pethey Promjan
37 MF  THA Kritsananon Srisuwan
39 GK  THA Atituch Chankar
46 GK  THA Perapong Watjanapayon
77 MF  BRU Faiq Bolkiah
88 MF  THA Chotipat Poomkaew
89 MF  MAD Njiva Rakotoharimalala
97 GK  THA Ukrit Wongmeema
99 GK  THA Kampol Pathomakkakul (Vice-captain)

Out on loan

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Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player

Management and staff

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Position Name
Chairman Thailand Tanawat Nitikanchana
Technical director Belgium Robert Procureur
Head coach Thailand Worrawoot Srimaka
Assistant coach Thailand Somchai Maiwilai

Honours

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League

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Cups

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Player records

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As of 22 January 2026.

Top 10 all-time appearances
Rank Player Years Club appearances
1 Thailand Pathomchai Sueasakul 2016–2023 222
2 Thailand Ukrit Wongmeema 2012–2022,

2025–present

218
3 Thailand Kritsananon Srisuwan 2017–present 216
4 Thailand Ekkaluck Thonghkit 2013–2021 203
5 Thailand Chutipol Thongthae 2013–2019 181
6 Thailand Kampol Pathomakkakul 2021–present 180
7 Thailand Sila Srikampang 2010–2019 175
8 Thailand Kiatisak Jiamudom 2020–present 168
9 Thailand Pawee Tanthatemee 2016–2023 134
10 Ivory Coast Henri Jöel 2011–2015 132
Top 10 all-time scorers
Rank Player Club appearances Total goals
1 Brazil Heberty 90 65
2 Madagascar Njiva Rakotoharimalala 60 35
3 Brazil Derley 67 24
4 Thailand Philip Roller 122 23
Ivory Coast Yannick Boli 72
6 Martinique Steeven Langil 142 22
7 Cameroon Marcel Essombé 35 20
South Korea Kang Soo-il 43
9 Portugal Yannick Djaló 43 19
Brazil Douglas Cordozo 68
  • Biggest wins: 8–1 vs Customs Ladkrabang United (27 October 2021)
  • Heaviest defeats: 0–6 vs Buriram United (8 December 2024)
  • Youngest goal scorers: Phongsakon Sangkasopha ~ 18 years 1 month 1 day old (On 20 November 2024 vs Bankhai United)
  • Oldest goal scorers: Brazil Douglas Cardozo ~ 40 years 7 months 17 days old (On 2 November 2022 vs Warin Chamrap)
  • Youngest ever debutant: Pichaya Chaiwarangkun ~ 16 years 7 months 28 days old (On 7 April 2019 vs Chiangrai United)
  • Oldest ever player: Brazil Douglas Cardozo ~ 41 years 7 months 11 days old (On 7 May 2023 vs Buriram United)

Former players

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International capped players

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AFC/OFC.
CAF.
UEFA.
CONMEBOL/
CONCACAF.

Managerial history

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Name Period Honours
Thailand Somchai Maiwilai January 2009–January 2010
Thailand Prapol Pongpanich January 2010–2 August 2010
Thailand Somchai Maiwilai (2) 3 August 2010–June 2013 2011 Regional League Central-East Division

2011 Thai League 3

2012 Thai League 2

Spain Iván Palanco June 2013–24 December 2013
Spain Ricardo Rodríguez 19 January 2014–1 November 2014
Spain Àlex Gómez 1 November 2014–30 January 2015
Spain Josep Ferré 31 January 2015–14 December 2015
Spain Pacheta 5 January 2016–13 November 2017 2016 Thai FA Cup
Germany Christian Ziege 13 November 2017–22 February 2018
Belgium René Desaeyere 22 February 2018–15 March 2018
Tunisia Lassaad Chabbi 15 March 2018–7 November 2018
Spain Manolo Márquez 7 November 2018–22 January 2019
Spain Francesc Bosch 22 January 2019–22 March 2019
Italy Marco Simone 25 March 2019–14 July 2019
Thailand Somchai Maiwilai (caretaker) (3) 14 July 2019–20 October 2019
Thailand Nuengrutai Srathongvian 20 October 2019–10 November 2019
Thailand Chaitud Uamtham 10 November 2019–15 November 2020
Serbia Miloš Joksić 19 November 2020–25 December 2020
Thailand Somchai Maiwilai (4) 25 December 2020–26 January 2022
Portugal Bruno Pereira 26 January 2022–4 July 2022
Spain Xavi Moro 4 July 2022–11 May 2023
Brazil Douglas Cardozo 11 May 2023–23 June 2023
Spain Carlos Peña 24 June 2023–26 May 2024
Thailand Surapong Kongthep 28 June 2024–16 September 2024
Thailand Somchai Maiwilai (interim) (5) 17 September 2024–20 November 2024
Thailand Worrawoot Srimaka 20 November 2024–present

Season-by-season record

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Season League[15] FA Cup League Cup AFC Champions
League 		Top scorer
Division P W D L F A Pts Pos Name Goals
2007 DIV 1 22 5 4 13 31 40 19 12th  –
2008 DIV 2 20 7 9 4 32 26 30 7th  –
2009 DIV 2 Central-East 22 4 9 9 31 33 21 9th  –
2010 DIV 2 Central-East 30 12 9 9 45 39 45 9th  –
2011 DIV 2 Central-East 30 20 8 2 67 19 68 1st R2 R1  – Thailand Pornchai Ardjinda 18+(5)
2012 DIV 1 34 24 6 4 85 31 78 1st R4 RU  – Brazil Douglas Cardozo 19
2013 TPL 32 6 12 14 31 39 30 15th R3 RU  – Brazil Douglas Cardozo 10
2014 TPL 38 17 14 7 62 42 65 4th R4 SF  – Brazil Heberty 26
2015 TPL 34 17 4 13 48 50 55 7th QF R3  – Brazil Heberty 19
2016 T1 30 14 7 9 52 35 49 6th W R1  – Brazil Heberty 20
2017 T1 34 16 7 11 63 49 55 6th R1 SF  – Cameroon Marcel Essombé 20
2018 T1 34 12 7 15 50 53 43 12th SF R1  – South Korea Kang Soo-il 13
2019 T1 30 10 8 12 48 48 38 8th RU R1  – Ivory Coast Yannick Boli 14
2020–21 T1 30 13 7 10 48 41 46 8th QF  –  – Thailand Philip Roller 14
2021–22 T1 30 9 9 12 32 36 36 12th R2 R3 GS Brazil Derley 13
2022–23 T1 30 10 11 9 32 29 41 8th R3 SF  – Brazil Derley 8
2023–24 T1 30 11 6 13 39 35 39 6th R2 QF  – Madagascar Njiva Rakotoharimalala 9
2024–25 T1 30 15 7 8 65 47 52 4th SF SF  – France Clément Depres 18
2025–26 T1
Champions Runners-up Third place Promoted Relegated In Progress

Continental record

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References

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Ratchaburi F.C.

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Ratchaburi Football Club, commonly referred to as Ratchaburi F.C., is a professional association football club based in , , that competes in the , the country's premier division. Founded in 2004, the club is nicknamed "The Dragons" and plays its home matches at the Dragon Solar Park, a venue with a capacity of 10,000 spectators. The club's early history saw it establish itself in lower divisions before achieving promotion to the in 2013 following a championship win in the Thai Division 1 League during the 2012 season. Since then, Ratchaburi F.C. has maintained a consistent presence in the top flight, marking its 13th consecutive season there as of the 2025–26 campaign. A notable highlight came in 2016 when the team captured the (Chang FA Cup), securing its only major domestic trophy to date and qualification for continental competition. In addition to its domestic successes, Ratchaburi F.C. made its debut in the AFC Champions League during the 2020–21 season as a participant, representing on the Asian stage, and returned to the competition in the 2025–26 season. The club has also earned promotion accolades, including the Thai Division 2 League title in 2011, underscoring its rise from regional leagues. Ratchaburi F.C. emphasizes community ties in while building a competitive squad featuring international talents like and . As of November 2025 in the 2025–26 season, the team is in second place, reflecting ongoing efforts to challenge for higher honors in Southeast Asian football.

History

Establishment and early years

Ratchaburi F.C. was founded on January 3, 2007, by local authorities in as a semi-professional team aimed at promoting football in the region. The club made its competitive debut in the Thailand Division 2 League in 2006, competing in the western region group with a squad composed primarily of local talent and regional players, including early standouts like goalkeeper Surapong Tumthong and forward Suriya Domthong, who contributed to the team's initial fixtures against rivals such as Narathiwat F.C. and Phitsanulok F.C. In 2006, won the Division 2 title, securing promotion to the Thailand Division 1 League for the 2007 season. However, the team's performance in Division 1 was disappointing, finishing seventh in a group of 11 teams and facing relegation after a season marked by defensive vulnerabilities and inconsistent results, such as a 0-4 loss to Bangkok Glass F.C. Despite the threat of demotion due to poor standings, was retained in the league following a major restructuring of the Thai football system that expanded divisions and eliminated some relegations. These early years were characterized by financial challenges, including limited budgets that restricted squad depth and led to reliance on youth players and loans, ultimately setting the stage for future corporate involvement to stabilize the club.

Promotions and name changes

In , the Nitikarnchana family took over the club, which was competing in the Regional League Division 2, marking a shift toward . This ownership change provided financial stability and set the stage for rapid development. The following year, in , entered a sponsorship partnership with the , Thailand's leading sugar producer, resulting in the club's rebranding to Ratchaburi Mitr Phol F.C. Under this new structure, the team achieved significant success by winning the Regional League Central-East Division and securing promotion to the Thai Division 1 League through the Division 2 playoffs. Building on this momentum, Ratchaburi Mitr Phol F.C. dominated the 2012 Thai Division 1 League, clinching the title and earning promotion to the Thai Premier League (now known as ) for the 2013 season. In 2013, the club signed foreign players including Ivorian defender Henri Jöel and Brazilian defender Eduardo Ferreira, which bolstered the squad's competitiveness.

Cup success and top-flight stability

Following their promotion to the Thai Premier League in 2013, Ratchaburi F.C. demonstrated growing competitiveness in the top flight, culminating in a strong 4th-place finish in the 2014 season with 65 points from 38 matches (62 goals scored, 42 conceded), securing a spot in continental qualification play-offs. This performance marked a significant step in the club's establishment among Thailand's elite. Earlier, in 2012 while still in the second division, the club reached the Thai League Cup final but fell 4-1 to Buriram United at , a match where Buriram's attacking prowess overwhelmed Ratchaburi's defense in the second half. The club's cup breakthrough came in with the , where they were awarded a shared title alongside Chainat Hornbill, , and Sukhothai after the final was canceled due to the national mourning period following the death of King . In the Round of 64, Ratchaburi defeated 1–0 at Ratchaburi Stadium with a goal by Sutee Sila in the 74th minute, showcasing disciplined defending to secure progression. This achievement provided the club with its first major trophy and boosted morale during a season where they finished 6th in the Thai League. From 2015 to 2019, Ratchaburi maintained top-flight stability through consistent mid-table finishes, including 7th place in 2015 (55 points), 6th in 2017 (55 points), 11th in 2018 (40 points), and 10th in 2019 (44 points), relying on pragmatic tactics under long-serving coach Somchai Maiwilai, who emphasized defensive organization to limit goals conceded—averaging under 1.5 per game in several campaigns. Maiwilai, with the club since 2009, often deployed a compact 4-3-3 formation that prioritized counter-attacks, helping the team avoid relegation battles and build a reputation for resilience. The period of stability faced transition in 2022 when the decade-long sponsorship with concluded, prompting the club to revert to its original name, Ratchaburi F.C., and rename the stadium to Dragon Solar Park after a new sponsor. This shift introduced short-term challenges, including costs and adjustments to kit suppliers, but allowed greater focus on local identity while maintaining competitive rosters. The 2022 under new sponsorship from Dragon Solar introduced financial adjustments but maintained mid-table stability.

Continental debut and recent seasons

Ratchaburi F.C. made their debut in continental competition by qualifying for the group stage of the , having secured fourth place in the 2020–21 season. Drawn into Group G alongside , Johor Darul Ta'zim, and , the team struggled against the experienced opposition, failing to score in any of their six matches and finishing bottom with two draws and four losses. Notable defeats included a 4–0 and 3–0 aggregate against and a 2–0 loss to , underscoring the challenges of competing at the Asian elite level for the first time. Following their continental foray, Ratchaburi encountered mid-table consistency in the over the next three seasons, finishing 12th in 2021–22 with 36 points, 9th in 2022–23 with 41 points, and 6th in 2023–24 with 39 points. These positions reflected defensive vulnerabilities and inconsistent form, despite occasional bright performances, as the club focused on squad rebuilding amid financial constraints and key player departures. To bolster their attack, Ratchaburi pursued strategic transfers, including the season-long loan of international striker from BG Pathum United ahead of 2025–26. The 2024–25 campaign marked a resurgence, with clinching fourth place with 52 points to earn a spot in the 2025–26 AFC Champions League Two. This achievement highlighted improved tactical discipline under their coaching staff and contributions from foreign reinforcements, positioning the club for renewed continental aspirations. In the early stages of the 2025–26 AFC Champions League Two Group F, demonstrated attacking prowess, securing a dominant 7–0 over Eastern FC on November 5, 2025, which propelled them up the standings after three prior matches.

Club identity

Nicknames and ownership

Ratchaburi F.C. is widely known by the nickname The Dragons (Thai: ราชันมังกร), which originates from the prominent motif in the club's official crest, representing power and on the pitch. The club was founded in 2004, supported by local authorities in . In 2010, the Nitikarnchana family acquired ownership of the club, injecting resources that facilitated its rapid ascent through the Thai football leagues. This family has maintained a key role in the club's direction, with members such as Boonying Nitikarnchana serving as chairman during significant periods of growth. From 2011 to 2022, partnered with the , Thailand's leading sugar and bioenergy conglomerate, resulting in the adoption of the name Ratchaburi Mitr Phol F.C. and substantial financial backing that elevated the club's infrastructure and competitiveness. The naming partnership with Mitr Phol concluded in 2022, leading to its rebranding to Dragon Solar Park to align with new sponsorship arrangements. The club continues to be known as Ratchaburi Mitr Phol F.C., though commonly referred to as F.C. Today, ownership remains under the stewardship of Ratchaburi Football Club Company Limited, with ongoing influence from the Nitikarnchana family ensuring continuity in strategic decisions.

Colours, crest, and kits

Ratchaburi F.C.'s primary colours are orange and white. The club originally adopted blue as its main colour, drawing inspiration from the flag of , which features a solid blue field with the provincial seal at the center. However, after experiencing a series of defeats while wearing blue , club management opted to switch to orange, believing it would bring better fortune; the colour was also chosen for its rarity in everyday attire, helping supporters stand out, and its vibrant appeal similar to the national team's . Home kits are predominantly orange with white accents and often incorporate dragon motifs, aligning with the club's , "The Dragons." Away kits typically use contrasting schemes such as blue, black, or grey, while third kits vary by season but maintain the core colour palette. The club's crest, which prominently features a emblem symbolizing strength and the "The Dragons," has evolved significantly since its inception. The original 2004 design was a simple incorporating provincial elements. In 2012, following the sponsorship partnership with , the crest was redesigned to include the sponsor's name and a more pronounced motif for added branding impact. Subsequent updates occurred in 2013, 2014–2015, 2016–2017, 2018, and 2019–2022, refining the dragon's depiction and layout during the Mitr Phol era. The current version, introduced in 2022, presents a stylized on a streamlined background. Throughout its history, Ratchaburi F.C. has partnered with multiple kit suppliers. provided kits until 2013, followed by Ari from 2017 to 2018. The club produced in-house kits from 2019 to 2021, then switched to Shoot for 2021–2023, and Ego Sport from 2023 onward. During the 2011–2022 Mitr Phol sponsorship, kits bore prominent sponsor branding across the chest. Notable designs include the 2016 home kit, a blue-based jersey with sponsor accents worn during the club's Thai FA Cup-winning season, which was shared due to the cancellation of the final following the death of .

Facilities

Stadium

Ratchaburi F.C. utilized the Ratchaburi Provincial Stadium as its home venue from 2007 to 2016, a multi-purpose facility with a capacity of 10,000 spectators primarily used for football matches. In June 2016, the club relocated to the newly constructed Dragon Solar Park in Huai Phai, Ratchaburi Province, establishing it as the permanent home ground and the first stadium directly owned by the club. The venue features a natural grass pitch measuring standard dimensions for Thai League matches, with no running track or undersoil heating, and holds a seated capacity of 10,000. Originally named Mitr Phol Stadium after a former sponsor, it was renamed Dragon Solar Park in following the end of that sponsorship deal. In recent seasons, average home match attendance has ranged from approximately 3,800 to 4,900 spectators.

Academy and training ground

Ratchaburi F.C. established The Dragons Academy as its dedicated development , aimed at nurturing local talent for the professional ranks. This initiative marked a significant step in the club's long-term strategy to build from within, focusing on structured programs for players from early ages. In 2017, the club appointed Douglas Cardozo, a Brazilian coach with prior experience in Thai football, as Head of Development to oversee operations and implement modern coaching methodologies. Cardozo served in this role until 2020, during which he also assisted with the first team, contributing to a holistic approach that integrated youth and senior pathways. The academy's primary training facilities are located within the Dragon Solar Park complex in , a multi-purpose site that supports both senior and youth activities. This complex features dedicated youth pitches, gymnasiums, and recovery areas tailored for age-group teams, particularly at the U-19 and U-17 levels, enabling year-round development sessions. Opened in alongside the main , the setup emphasizes technical skill-building and physical conditioning in a professional environment, fostering discipline and team cohesion among prospects. The Dragons Academy has achieved notable success in player production, with several graduates advancing to the first team and earning significant playing time in the Thai League 1. Prominent examples include Pawee Tanthatemee, who joined after completing high school and has made over 167 appearances, and defender Todsapol Lated, with more than 170 league outings. The program also affiliates with local schools in for talent scouting and educational integration, supporting community outreach to identify and develop promising players from grassroots levels.

Players

Current first-team squad

As of November 2025, Ratchaburi F.C.'s first-team for the 2025–26 season comprises 27 players, blending experienced Thai talents with a diverse group of foreign imports adhering to the league's rules permitting up to seven non- foreigners and an unlimited number of players on the roster. The features a solid defensive core, a veteran midfield anchored by club captain Jakkaphan Kaewprom, and a forward line emphasizing pace and finishing. Squad numbers are assigned per Thai League conventions, with nationalities reflecting the club's to balance local development and international expertise. Key players are distributed across positions as follows, with most contracts extending to June 30, 2026:
PositionPlayer NameSquad No.NationalityAgeRole/NotesMarket Value
GoalkeeperKampol Pathomakkakul99Thailand33First-choice keeper, experienced international€250k
GoalkeeperUkrit Wongmeema97Thailand34Backup option with league pedigree-
DefenderGabriel Mutombo2France/DR Congo29Centre-back, defensive leader (non-ASEAN)€350k
DefenderJérémy Corinus91Martinique/France28Versatile full-back (non-ASEAN)€225k
DefenderSidcley3Brazil32Left-back with attacking flair (non-ASEAN)€200k
DefenderJonathan Khemdee4Thailand/Denmark23Emerging centre-back-
MidfielderJakkaphan Kaewprom10Thailand37Captain, central midfielder with over 500 appearances-
MidfielderSiwakorn Jakkuprasat16Thailand33Central midfielder, set-piece specialist-
MidfielderJesse Curran27Philippines/Australia29Right-back/midfielder (ASEAN)€200k
MidfielderTana (Pedro Tanausú)6Spain35Attacking midfielder, creative hub (non-ASEAN)-
ForwardNjiva Rakotoharimalala89Madagascar33Winger, pacey attacker (non-ASEAN)-
ForwardIkhsan Fandi9Singapore26Striker with international caps (ASEAN)-
During the 2025 summer transfer window, Ratchaburi bolstered their roster with strategic incomings, including defender Jérémy Corinus on a free transfer from an undisclosed club (contract to 2026), versatile Jesse Curran joining from a prior stint to add midfield depth (contract to 2026). Other additions like Brazilian forward Negueba on a free transfer from Lamphun Warriors further diversified the forward options. These moves, totaling around 17 arrivals with no reported fees exceeding €225,000 in estimated values, aimed to improve competitiveness following the previous season.

Players out on loan

As of November 2025, Ratchaburi F.C. has two first-team players on season-long loan to other Thai clubs, primarily to support their in competitive environments.
Player NamePositionAgeDestination ClubLoan Duration
Phongsakon SangkasophaLeft Winger19 UnitedAugust 2025 – June 2026
Sirawit KasonsumolDefensive Midfield21Marines Eureka F.C.August 2025 – June 2026
These loans reflect Ratchaburi's approach in the 2025–26 season to manage squad depth by placing young talents in regular playing roles at mid-table or lower-division sides. Both players have featured in early-season matches for their clubs, contributing to team efforts in the and , respectively, though specific goal tallies remain modest as of mid-November.

Management

Current coaching staff

The current head coach of Ratchaburi F.C. is Worrawoot Srimaka, a Thai national born on December 8, 1971, who was appointed on November 19, 2024, with his contract running until June 30, 2026. Srimaka, a former centre-forward who represented internationally during his playing career, employs a preferred 4-3-3 attacking formation that emphasizes offensive play and fluid transitions. Under his leadership, the team has focused on high-pressing tactics and exploiting wide areas, contributing to strong performances in the 2025–26 season. Assisting Srimaka is Somchai Maiwilai, appointed as assistant manager on November 20, 2024, with a contract until June 30, 2026; Maiwilai handles technical duties, including tactical analysis and player development. Surapong Kongthep serves as the academy manager and youth coordinator, appointed on July 15, 2025, to bridge first-team strategies with the club's . The setup is supported by specialized staff in goalkeeping and fitness, though specific names for these roles are not publicly detailed in current records. Robert Procureur, a Belgian appointed on November 22, 2016, oversees broader staff roles in tactics, scouting, and medical support, ensuring alignment across the club's operations. This includes coordination of scouting networks for talent identification and a medical team focused on , though exact team sizes remain undisclosed.
PositionNameNationalityAppointment DateContract Expiry
Head CoachWorrawoot SrimakaNovember 19, 2024June 30, 2026
Assistant Manager (Technical)Somchai MaiwilaiNovember 20, 2024June 30, 2026
Academy ManagerSurapong KongthepJuly 15, 2025June 30, 2026
Technical DirectorRobert ProcureurNovember 22, 2016Ongoing

Managerial history

Ratchaburi F.C. was established in 2007 and competed in the Regional League Division 2 during its formative years from 2007 to 2012, relying on local Thai coaches with relatively short tenures, often less than two years, as the club built its foundation in the lower tiers of Thai football. These early managers focused on developing regional talent and stabilizing the team's presence in competitive play, though specific records from this period are limited. A pivotal figure in the club's history is Somchai Maiwilai, who held multiple tenures from 2009 to 2021 and in 2024, and oversaw key milestones, including the promotion to the Thai League 1 in the 2011–12 season after winning the Division 1 title. His longest stint from 2009 to 2013 marked the transition from lower divisions, achieving a points-per-game average of 0.76 across 17 matches. Maiwilai returned intermittently, contributing to sustained mid-table stability in the top flight with win percentages around 45% in later spells, such as his 2018 interim role yielding 1.69 points per game. Following promotion in 2013, the club shifted toward foreign-influenced tactics, hiring a series of international coaches, predominantly from Spain and Europe, to introduce modern strategies and elevate performance in the Thai League 1. This trend coincided with greater competitiveness, including continental qualification, though frequent changes reflected ongoing adaptation challenges.
NameNationalityTenureAchievements/Notes
Somchai MaiwilaiThailand2009–2013Oversaw 2011–12 promotion to Thai League 1; 0.76 PPG in 17 matches.
Prapol PongpanichThailand2010Brief interim role; no match data.
Iván PalancoSpain20131.22 PPG in 9 matches; early top-flight adaptation.
Ricardo RodríguezSpain20141.71 PPG in 38 matches; stabilized defense.
Àlex GómezSpain2014–2015Transitional role; no match data.
José Alcácer (Coco)Spain20151.58 PPG in 31 matches.
PachetaSpain2016–2017Led to 2016 Thai FA Cup victory; 1.64 PPG in 69 matches.
Christian ZiegeGermany2018Short stint; 1.50 PPG in 2 matches.
René DesaeyereBelgium2018Brief role; 0.00 PPG in 2 matches.
Somchai MaiwilaiThailand2018Interim; 1.69 PPG in 26 matches.
Lassaad ChabbiTunisia/Austria20180.89 PPG in 9 matches.
Manuel MárquezSpain2018–2019Preparatory role; no match data.
Francesc BoschSpain20190.75 PPG in 4 matches.
Marco SimoneItaly20191.50 PPG in 18 matches.
Somchai MaiwilaiThailand20191.92 PPG in 12 matches.
Nuengrutai SrathongvianThailand20190.67 PPG in 3 matches.
Chaitud UamthamThailand2019–20201.92 PPG in 12 matches; navigated COVID-impacted season.
Miloš JoksimovićSerbia20203.00 PPG in 2 matches.
Somchai MaiwilaiThailand2020–20211.00 PPG in 22 matches; qualified for 2021 AFC Champions League.
Fernando SalesBrazil2021–20221.19 PPG in 21 matches.
Bruno PereiraPortugal20221.46 PPG in 13 matches.
Xavi MoroSpain/France2022–20231.51 PPG in 35 matches.
Douglas CardozoBrazil/Portugal2023Brief role; 0.00 PPG in 1 match.
Carlos PeñaSpain2023–20241.37 PPG in 35 matches; consistent mid-table finishes.
Surapong KongthepThailand20240.83 PPG in 6 matches.
Somchai MaiwilaiThailand20241.57 PPG in 7 matches; final pre-Srimaka interim.
Worrawoot SrimakaThailand2024–present2.13 PPG in 40 matches as of November 2025.

Achievements

Domestic honours

Ratchaburi F.C. has secured multiple titles in Thailand's lower divisions, contributing to its rise through the football pyramid. The club won the Thailand Division 2 League in 2007, earning promotion to the Thailand League Division 1 for the following season. Subsequent victories came in 2011 and 2012, with the 2011 triumph in the Regional League Division 2 and the 2012 Thai Division 1 League title, both involving playoff successes that facilitated further promotions to the top tier. The club's breakthrough at the national level occurred in cup competitions. Due to the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the 2016 final was cancelled after the semi-finals, and the four semi-finalists—Chainat Hornbill, , Mitr Phol, and Sukhothai—were declared joint winners. This status qualified Ratchaburi for the 2017 qualifying play-offs (though they did not advance). Additionally, Ratchaburi reached the final of the 2012 as runners-up, falling 1–4 to Buriram PEA. Despite competing in since 2013, Ratchaburi has yet to win the top-flight title, with its highest finish being fourth place in the 2024–25 season. The 2016 joint success remains a pivotal moment, enhancing the club's reputation and fanbase in .

Continental participation

Ratchaburi F.C. made its debut in continental competition during the , qualifying for the playoff stage after finishing fourth in the first half of the 2020–21 , with direct entry to the group stage granted following the withdrawal of Chinese club . Placed in Group G alongside , , and Johor Darul Ta'zim, the club struggled throughout the campaign, earning just two points from two draws and suffering four defeats, while failing to score in any of their six matches and conceding 10 goals overall. This performance marked the end of their inaugural Asian outing, as they finished bottom of the group and exited the tournament. The club's return to Asian competition came in the 2025–26 AFC Champions League Two, secured through a fourth-place finish in the 2024–25 , which allocated spots to the league's top four teams for the expanded second-tier continental event. Drawn into Group F with , Nam Dinh, and Eastern SC, Ratchaburi has shown improved form in the ongoing group stage. As of , 2025, after four matches, they have recorded two victories and two losses, including a 7–0 home win against Eastern SC on November 5, 2025, and a 5–1 away victory on October 22, 2025, contributing to a goal tally of 13 scored and 6 conceded in the competition thus far. Overall, Ratchaburi's continental record remains modest, with 10 matches played across two tournaments, reflecting their reliance on strong domestic league performances for qualification while highlighting challenges in adapting to elite Asian opposition.

Records

Season-by-season record

The season-by-season record of Ratchaburi F.C. reflects its progression from lower divisions to consistent mid-table contention in Thai League 1, with notable promotions in 2006 and 2012, a near-relegation in 2013, and a strong 2024–25 campaign that secured continental qualification. The club has participated in domestic cups throughout, reaching finals in the Thai League Cup in 2012 and the Thai FA Cup in 2016 (winning the latter). Below is a tabular overview of league performances, with key notes on promotions, relegations, and cup highlights where applicable. Data for pre-2011 seasons is limited to positions and outcomes due to available records; full statistics are included from 2011 onward.
SeasonLeaguePositionPWDLGFGAPtsNotes
2006Thai Division 21st-------Champions; promoted to Thai Division 1.
2007Thai Division 112th (Group A)-------Relegated to Thai Division 2.
2008Thai Division 27th (Group A)20794322630Mid-table finish; remained in division.
2009–10Regional League Division 2 (Central-East)Mid-table-------No promotion; limited detailed records available (e.g., 9th in 2009).
2011Regional League Division 2 (Central & Eastern)1st302082671968Champions; promoted to Thai Division 1.
2012Thai Division 11st342464853178Champions; promoted to Thai Premier League. Reached Thai League Cup final (runners-up); Thai FA Cup round of 16.
2013Thai Premier League15th3261214313930Avoided relegation (bottom three relegated).
2014Thai Premier League4th3817147624265Best-ever league finish at the time. Thai FA Cup quarter-finals.
2015Thai League 17th3417413485055Thai League Cup semi-finals.
2016Thai League 16th311479523549Thai FA Cup winners.
2017Thai League 16th3416711634955
2018Thai League 112th3412715505343
2019Thai League 18th3010812484838Season shortened due to COVID-19.
2020–21Thai League 18th3013710484146
2021–22Thai League 112th309912323636
2022–23Thai League 18th3010119322941
2023–24Thai League 16th3011613393539Thai FA Cup quarter-finals.
2024–25Thai League 14th301578654752Qualified for AFC Champions League Two. Thai League Cup semi-finals.
2025–26 (as of Nov 19, 2025)Thai League 12nd1071219722Ongoing; position after 10 matches. Also competing in AFC Champions League Two (group stage: 1W, 1D, 2L after 4 matches). Thai FA Cup round of 32 reached.

All-time league statistics

Ratchaburi F.C. has participated in the since its promotion in 2013, compiling an all-time record of 392 matches played, 157 wins, 100 draws, and 135 losses as of the 2025–26 season (November 19, 2025). This performance yields 571 points and a of +76, reflecting a win percentage of approximately 40%. The club's overall record demonstrates steady mid-table consistency, with occasional pushes toward continental qualification. In league play, Heberty holds the record for most goals scored, netting 65 in 90 appearances between 2014 and 2016. Other notable contributors include a retired Thai forward with 72 total goals across competitions and a Brazilian player with 49 goals, underscoring the impact of foreign talent on the club's attack. For appearances, the leading player has made 222 outings for the club, followed by two others with 214 and 206, highlighting long-term domestic contributors like Jakkaphan Kaewprom, who has over 100 league matches. At their home venue, Dragon Solar Park, since its opening in 2016, Ratchaburi has maintained a solid record, exemplified by their largest league victory of 6–0 against Pattaya United on May 22, 2016. The stadium has hosted numerous high-scoring home wins, contributing to an overall positive home goal differential. Away performances have been more variable, though recent seasons show improved results on the road. Post-2021, Ratchaburi has trended toward better offensive efficiency, averaging around 1.5–1.8 goals per game in matches, a marked improvement from earlier campaigns. This shift aligns with tactical adjustments and key signings, enhancing their scoring output while maintaining defensive solidity.

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