It would take a brave one to say that five-time Asean Football Federation (AFF) Cup champions Thailand have a soft centre.
But, if the Lions are to achieve victory against the War Elephants in their final Group B fixture in Bangkok on Sunday to ensure qualification for the semi-finals, they must dominate the midfield.
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