Khov Chhay, president of the Khmer Boxing Federation (KBF) is maintaining his position and Kun Khmer competitions remain suspended across Cambodia. He explained that at this critical time, all Cambodians — regardless of background — must unite in every possible way to support the frontline troops who are fighting to repel Thai aggressors from the Kingdom’s territory. This reaffirmation of the decision came after some boxers and clubs asked to reopen so they could earn income to support themselves and their families, who are facing financial hardship. Some combat-sports content creators also called on the federation and relevant stakeholders to…
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Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng have expressed disappointment after failing to secure three points against visiting side MOI Kampong Devada on Sunday night. Meanwhile, Phnom Penh Crown performed strongly to defeat Angkor Tiger, as the Cambodian Premier League (CPL) established the CPL Cares Fund to raise money and supplies to assist displaced people along the border, whose numbers have risen to more than 400,000. Although Svay Rieng were able to fight back to draw 2–2 against Devada in the second half of the match at Morodok Techo National Stadium, the team and its supporters were unhappy with the result. Head…
Thailand has earned one of the most unusual distinctions, by starting a war while serving as host of the SEA Games. It is now facing criticism for the poor organisation of this major ASEAN event while also using extremist political movements inside the country to pressure Cambodian athletes — ultimately forcing Cambodia to withdraw halfway through the event due to serious safety concerns. Vath Chamroeun, secretary-general of the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia (NOCC), who returned from Thailand on the evening of December 11, declared that Thailand’s act of launching military aggression against Cambodia during the 33rd SEA Games 2025…
The Cambodian delegation of officials, coaches and athletes from seven sports returned safely to the Kingdom on Wednesday, after Cambodia was forced to withdraw from the 33rd SEA Games 2025 in Thailand midway through the event due to serious concerns over safety conditions there. Although the athletes had not yet competed in any events at this troubled edition of the SEA Games hosted by Thailand, Cambodia had already fulfilled its responsibilities as a committed ASEAN member, in accordance with and international sports diplomacy practices. Vath Chamroeun, secretary-general of the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia (NOCC), explained that the decision to…
Cambodia, through the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia (NOCC), has announced the recall of its athletes from the 33rd SEA Games 2025 in Thailand, citing serious safety concerns that made continued participation impossible. Vath Chamroeun, NOCC secretary-general, informed Dato’ Seri Chaiyapak Siriwat, CEO of the Southeast Asian Games Federation, of Cambodia’s immediate withdrawal from the games, in a December 10 letter. “On behalf of the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia, I regret to inform you that due to grave concerns and requests from the families of our athletes for their loved ones to return home immediately, NOCC must withdraw our…
The Thai hosts suffered severe embarrassment due to numerous errors and shortcomings that occurred during the opening ceremony of the 33rd SEA Games 2025 in Bangkok on Tuesday night. Several countries — including Cambodia, Vietnam, Indonesia and Singapore — were adversely affected by the poor organisation of this major event. Although Thailand has hosted the SEA Games six times since 1959, their performance during the opening ceremony of the 33rd SEA Games was notably poor. The Thai hosts made eight major mistakes, causing significant damage to their reputation in the ASEAN region. The opening ceremony was abruptly rescheduled, causing all…
Five of the 12 Cambodian sporting delegations that are set to compete in the 33rd SEA Games 2025 in Thailand will arrive in the neighbouring Kingdom today, even as Thai military forces launched new attacks on Cambodian troops yesterday and early this morning. According to an announcement from the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia (NOCC), three teams — taekwondo (WT), jujitsu and swimming — departed from Techo International Airport at 8.20am. Two other teams — foosball and gymnastics — are scheduled to depart at 12.55pm. The remaining seven sports — athletics, equestrian, Kun Lbokator, kickboxing, triathlon, jet ski and esports…
Matthew McConkey, head coach of Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng, expressed his regrets after his side conceded two late goals in last night’s Group B qualifiers of the ASEAN Club Championship Shopee Cup 2025/2026 at the Morodok Techo National Stadium. The Cambodian Premier League chamions allowed Malaysian giants Johor Darul Ta’zim FC to equalise 2–2 in the 90+6th minute. Interestingly, Johor’s coach was also unhappy with the result. McConkey said he believed Svay Rieng fully deserved all three points thanks to their strong performance and early two-goal lead in the first half. However, they he accepted that they surrendered their…
Cambodia’s Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng will open the gates of Morodok Techo National Stadium to compete for three points against the Malaysian giants Johor Darul Ta’zim FC in the Group B qualifiers of the ASEAN Club Championship Shopee Cup 2025/2026 at 7 pm tonight. The meeting between the two teams has become a crucial match, as Johor FC desperately need three points to improve their chances of reaching the knockout stage. They currently top Group B after defeating Singapore’s Lion City Sailors 3–1 and Thailand’s Bangkok United 4–0 in their two previous home matches. Johor head coach Xiscon Munoz…
The Cambodian national volleyball team has officially been withdrawn from the list of sports Cambodia will send to compete in the 33rd SEA Games 2025 in Thailand, scheduled from December 9 to 20. This means the team — which once won silver and bronze at the games — will not have the chance to repeat their success. Although the Cambodian Volleyball Federation has not issued an official statement regarding the withdrawal, the latest report from Nhan Sokvisal, Cambodia’s chef de mission, confirmed that Cambodia will take part in only 12 sports, and volleyball is not among them. The 12 sports…