Thailand’s women’s volleyball team secured their place in the Round of 16 at the 2025 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Championship with an emphatic straight-set victory over Sweden on August 24 in Bangkok.
According to reports, the match at Huamark Indoor Stadium ended 25–18, 25–20, 25–22, with star outside hitter Pimpichaya leading the charge and scoring 22 points. The win came in front of a lively home crowd that has been turning out in force to support the Thai squad during their first matches of the tournament.
Thailand Sweeps Sweden to Advance at Women’s Volleyball World Championship Photo Courtesy Volleyballworld
The result placed Thailand firmly at the top of Group A, with two wins and six points after an earlier 3–1 victory over Egypt. It also delivered a boost in global recognition: the team rose two places to No. 18 in the FIVB world rankings, gaining more than 11 points for their performance.
Thailand will next face the Netherlands on August 26 in their final group-stage match. That contest is expected to be a tougher test, as the Dutch team has long been considered one of Europe’s volleyball powerhouses.
This year’s championship is especially significant for Thailand. It is the first time the nation has hosted the Women’s World Championship, with matches being played in Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima, Chiang Mai, and Phuket from August 22 to September 7. Hosting has brought international attention not only to the Thai team but also to the country’s ability to stage world-class sporting events.
The victory over Sweden has reinforced Thailand’s reputation as an emerging force in women’s volleyball. For many fans, it is also a moment of national pride, showcasing how far the sport has come domestically. Women’s volleyball has grown steadily in Thailand over the past two decades, with the national team now consistently competing against some of the world’s best.
With the knockout rounds approaching, attention is turning to whether Thailand can carry their momentum against stronger opponents. Regardless of the outcome, the team’s spirited performance and the enthusiastic support from Thai fans underline the growing role of volleyball in the country’s sporting identity.
