The 2024–25 Thai League 3 Eastern Region is part of the 2024–25 Thai League 3 Regional Stage, consisting of 12 clubs located in the eastern region of Thailand, as well as some from the eastern part of the central region. Following regional adjustments, one club was reallocated from the former Bangkok Metropolitan Region (now the Central Region) to the Eastern Region to better align with geographical considerations. The season will commence on 14 September 2024,[1] with clubs competing in a round-robin format featuring home-and-away matches. The Regional Stage will conclude on TBD, at which point the top two clubs will advance to the National Championship Stage, while the bottom-placed club will face relegation to the Thailand Semi-pro League for the following season. This stage exemplifies the competitive edge of clubs from the industrial and coastal areas, where football thrives amidst rapid development and strong community support.
Seasonal Changes
Club redistribution
Samut Prakan was transferred from the Bangkok Metropolitan Region (currently Central Region) to the Eastern Region.
Relegation from Thai League 2
Customs United, which was relegated from Thai League 2,[2] has rebranded as Toko Customs United. The club has also made minor changes to its logo, altering the text from CUSTOMS UNITED to TOKO CUSTOMS UNITED, reflecting the new sponsorship and identity.[3]
Chanthaburi United was demoted to the Thailand Semi-pro League after failing to meet licensing standards, a significant loss for the region.
Relegation based on performance
Prachinburi City was relegated after finishing at the bottom of the table in the 2023–24 season.
Club logo changes
ACDC modernized its logo by updating the typography to a more contemporary style.
Navy introduced a completely new logo, moving away from the traditional emblem of the Royal Thai Navy to a sleeker, more modern design that still honors its military roots.[5]
Teams
Number of teams by province
Locations of the 2024–25 Thai League 3 Eastern Region clubs.
The distances between football clubs in the 2024–25 Thai League 3 Eastern Region are approximate and calculated based on the most convenient and shortest practical road routes. These measurements prioritize routes that balance proximity and ease of travel, avoiding too indirect or inconvenient paths despite their shorter distance. By focusing on practical road travel, this chart reflects the real-world journey clubs will undertake for away matches, considering the road infrastructure and conditions in eastern Thailand. This provides valuable insight into the logistical challenges clubs face during the season and is an essential resource for planning travel for clubs and their supporters.
Among the distances calculated, the shortest is notably 0 kilometers, representing ACDC and Fleet, as well as Marines and Navy, who share their respective home stadiums, making travel unnecessary. Conversely, the longest road journey between clubs spans 195 kilometers, marking the trip from Saimit Kabin United to both ACDC and Fleet, as the distance to these two clubs is identical. In terms of total travel distances over the season, Saimit Kabin United faces the most extensive journey, covering approximately 1,671 kilometers, while BFB Pattaya City has the least travel, totaling around 860 kilometers. These travel disparities are presented in the accompanying table, which offers a detailed breakdown of road distances between each club, providing valuable insights into the logistical demands clubs face in the 2024–25 season.
Note: Flags indicate national team as has been defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality; Club dissolved during season would shown by grey background.
Updated to match(es) played on 27 November 2024. Source: Thai League Rules for classification: 1) Points; 2) Head-to-head points; 3) Head-to-head goal difference; 4) Head-to-head goal scored; 5) Overall goal difference; 6) Overall goal scored; 7) Fair play points; 8) Play-off without extra time).
Updated to match(es) played on 27 November 2024. Source: Thai League Legend: Blue = home team win; Yellow = draw; Red = away team win. For upcoming matches, an "a" indicates there is an article about the rivalry between the two participants.