Bangkok: Full of encouragement! The Thai women's volleyball team is on their way to compete in the first week of the 2026 Nations League in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, People's Republic of China. On Sunday afternoon, May 31, 2026, at Suvarnabhumi International Airport, the Thai women's national volleyball team prepared to depart for Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, People's Republic of China, via Capital Airlines flight JD620 at 3:40 PM. The atmosphere was cheerful, with volleyball fans, family, and friends of the national team present to offer encouragement before departure. Mr. Somporn Chaibangyang, President of the Volleyball Association of Thailand, was also there to offer support and best wishes for the team's first week of competition, from June 3-7. He emphasized that everyone should perform to the best of their abilities, play with enjoyment and happiness, and create a memorable experience for both the audience in the stadium and those watching on screen.
According to Thai News Agency, the Thai national team's flight will take almost 4 hours, arriving at Nanjing Lukou International Airport at 9:10 PM (local time). The schedule for the 2026 Women's Volleyball Nations League is set to test the skills and preparations of the Thai team, with their matches scheduled against formidable opponents. The first week of the Thai national team's schedule runs from June 3-7, with matches lined up against Serbia, China, Belgium, and the Czech Republic.
The Thai team will kick off their campaign against Serbia on June 3 at 2:00 PM, followed by a highly anticipated match against host nation China on June 4 at 6:30 PM. They will then face Belgium on June 6 at 2:00 PM, and conclude the first week with a match against the Czech Republic on June 7 at 10:30 AM. The team and their supporters are hopeful for a successful start in the league, as they aim to make their mark on this prestigious international stage.