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Thailand beats Iraq in Group A opener of AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2022

14 Sept 02:03 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand mounted an impressive comeback, overcoming a two-goal deficit to defeat Iraq 3-2 in their AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2022 Group A opener.
Iraq initially took a commanding lead with goals in the 8th and 14th minutes, putting Thailand under pressure.
Thailand rallied strongly, scoring through Worasak Srirangpirot (17th min) and Sarawut Phalaphruek (26th min), with Jetsada Chudech netting the winning goal four minutes before full time.
Head coach Carlos Cesar noted the team's improved concentration and determination in the second half, leading to their victory.
Thailand is scheduled to play host country Kuwait next, who secured a dominant 7-2 win against Oman in their opening match.

Today 14:58 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's government will launch the "Chainat-Pasak-Gulf" water diversion canal project in fiscal year 2027, a seven-year mega-infrastructure initiative.
This permanent structural solution aims to mitigate recurrent central plains flooding by diverting water from the Chao Phraya River directly into the Gulf of Thailand, significantly reducing flow to major cities like Ayutthaya and Bangkok.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul justifies the long-term investment as a means to reduce future damages and fiscal burdens, contrasting it with the 40-50 billion baht spent annually on short-term flood relief.
Concurrently, the Prime Minister instructed officials to expand drainage capacity into the Tha Chin River and swiftly remove water hyacinths to improve immediate flood management.