Bangkok Bank and Associated Club Honours
The history of regional football is often defined by the success of institutional clubs. Among these, Bangkok Bank stands out as a powerhouse with a rich legacy of trophies across various prestigious competitions in Thailand and beyond.
Key Facts
- Bangkok Bank won the Kor Royal Cup three times between 1981 and 1986.
- The club secured a domestic treble of sorts in 1981, winning both the Kor Royal Cup and the Thailand FA Cup.
- Hoang Anh Gia Lai achieved back-to-back V.League titles in 2003 and 2004.
- Krung Thai Bank earned a League Cup victory in 1992.
- Phuket claimed the Southern Region title in the Thai Division 2 League in 2010.
Bangkok Bank: A Legacy of Dominance
Bangkok Bank established itself as a dominant force in Thai football during the 1980s. Their success was highlighted by multiple victories in the Kor Royal Cup (ถ้วย ก.), the premier competition of its time, which they won in 1981, 1984, and 1986.
Beyond the Royal Cup, the club demonstrated its versatility by winning the Queen's Cup in 1983 and the Thailand FA Cup in 1981. They capped off their major trophy haul with a League Cup victory in 1988.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Success Across Other Institutions and Regions
Other clubs associated with financial institutions and regional hubs have also seen significant success. Krung Thai Bank found success in the early 1990s, securing the League Cup in 1992 and the Khǒr Royal Cup (ถ้วย ข.), a secondary tier royal trophy, in 1993.
In Vietnam, Hoang Anh Gia Lai emerged as a powerhouse in the early 2000s. They dominated the V.League—the top professional football league in Vietnam—winning championships in 2003 and 2004, while also claiming the Vietnamese Super Cup in 2003.
More recently, regional success was seen with Phuket, who were crowned the 2010 Thai Division 2 League Southern Region Champions.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Honours Summary Table
| Club | Competition | Titles | Years Won |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangkok Bank | Kor Royal Cup | 3 | 1981, 1984, 1986 |
| Bangkok Bank | Queen's Cup | 1 | 1983 |
| Bangkok Bank | Thailand FA Cup | 1 | 1981 |
| Bangkok Bank | League Cup | 1 | 1988 |
| Krung Thai Bank | Khǒr Royal Cup | 1 | 1993 |
| Krung Thai Bank | League Cup | 1 | 1992 |
| Hoang Anh Gia Lai | V.League | 2 | 2003, 2004 |
| Hoang Anh Gia Lai | Vietnamese Super Cup | 1 | 2003 |
| Phuket | Thai Division 2 (Southern) | 1 | 2010 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Kor Royal Cups did Bangkok Bank win?
Bangkok Bank won the Kor Royal Cup three times, specifically in 1981, 1984, and 1986.
Which Vietnamese titles did Hoang Anh Gia Lai achieve?
Hoang Anh Gia Lai won two V.League championships (2003, 2004) and one Vietnamese Super Cup (2003).
When did Krung Thai Bank win the League Cup?
Krung Thai Bank won the League Cup in 1992.
What was Phuket's major achievement in 2010?
Phuket became the champions of the Thai Division 2 League Southern Region in 2010.
In which year did Bangkok Bank win the Thailand FA Cup?
Bangkok Bank won the Thailand FA Cup in 1981.