Nakhon Ratchasima FC

Nakhon Ratchasima FC

Nakhon Ratchasima FC, commonly known as the Cobras, is a Thai football club founded in 1999 and based in Nakhon Ratchasima, a major city in northeastern Thailand's Isan region. The club competes in the Thai League 1 and plays home matches at the His Majesty the King's 80th Birthday Anniversary Stadium, one of Thailand's largest football venues with a capacity of around 34,659. The Cobras have built a strong fan base in the Isan region and have been an important part of the Thai football landscape in the 2000s and 2010s. The club has developed local players and contributed to the growth of football in northeastern Thailand. Their large stadium and regional identity make Nakhon Ratchasima one of the more distinctive clubs in the Thai football pyramid.