Thailand head coach Anthony Hudson admitted his team face a tough challenge after the draw for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup placed them in Group F with four-time champions Japan, title-holder Qatar and Indonesia.
"Before the draw, everyone hoped that we [Thailand] would be drawn in an easy group so we could have a better chance to reach the later stages of the tournament. But we've got very strong opponents, especially Qatar, the team I know personally well, and many people know how strong Japan are," said Hudson as Thailand gear up for two friendly matches against Kuwait and China during the Fifa international window.