The English Premier League (EPL) looms large amongst Thai
sporting fans. It’s almost certainly the most widely followed sporting
competition with the possible exception of Thai boxing. There is a rejuvenated
Thai Premier League but it has a very small following in comparison, with the
lack of interest mainly being due to the number of unknown foreign players!
Thailand’s streets are full of people in replica shirts from
the EPL such as this Chelsea FC one. Although Manchester United and Liverpool
are still the most popular clubs to support and Arsenal are quite big,
Chelsea’s visit to play in Bangkok last year has boosted their support.
However, just because someone is wearing a football shirt here
doesn’t necessarily mean they are a fan of that club. They might have gotten
the shirt cheaply, or been given it, or maybe even just like the color.
Photograph taken at “Saturday Walking Street”, Chiang Mai, Thailand
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