Pansa Hemviboon

Pansa Hemviboon is a Thai professional footballer who anchors the backline for Buriram United in Thai League 1 and the Thailand national team. Known for his commanding 1.90-metre frame and aerial dominance, he has been a fixture in Thai football for over a decade.

Since joining Buriram in 2016, he has helped the club maintain its status as a domestic powerhouse, while earning 55 caps for his country. His nickname “Yong” and the number 3 shirt are familiar sights to fans of Thai football.

As of 2026, he remains an active player, though his career has not been without its trials, including a difficult own goal in the 2024 ASEAN Championship final that drew intense online criticism. [edit]

Pansa Hemviboon was born on July 8, 1990, in Chanthaburi Province, a region in eastern Thailand better known for gemstone mining and fruit orchards than for producing footballers. Details about his childhood are scarce, but his path to professional football ran through the Thai domestic system.

Standing well over six feet even as a young man, he was a natural fit for the centre-back position. His physical gifts, strength, reach, and timing in the air, set him apart early on.

He eventually caught the attention of Buriram United, one of Thailand's most successful clubs. The move, finalized in 2016, would prove to be the turning point of his career, giving him a platform to compete at the highest level of Thai football and eventually earn international recognition. [edit]

Pansa's breakthrough came in 2016 when he joined Buriram United. He quickly became a mainstay in their defence, contributing to multiple league titles and domestic cup runs over the following years.

On the international stage, he made his mark in the 2018 AFF Suzuki Cup semi-final against Malaysia, scoring a crucial 63rd-minute goal in the second leg. Though Thailand were eliminated on away goals, his performance showcased his ability to contribute offensively from set pieces.

In the 2024 ASEAN Championship, he played a key role in Thailand's run to the final against Vietnam. However, in the second leg on January 5, 2025, he scored an own goal that contributed to a 3-2 defeat and a 5-3 aggregate loss. The incident sparked a wave of online abuse, which his wife publicly addressed.

Despite the setback, he continued his club career. In March 2026, an injury forced him to withdraw from national team duty, with Jonathan Khemdee called up as his replacement. By May 2026, he was confirmed as active for Buriram United's 2026/27 season. [edit]

Pansa is perceived as a veteran, reliable defender, known for his physical presence and tactical awareness. Thai media and fans have long viewed him as a steady hand in the backline for both club and country.

His January 2025 own goal, however, placed him under intense scrutiny. The online attacks that followed highlighted the passionate, sometimes unforgiving nature of Thai football fandom. His wife's public defence humanised the incident and sparked broader conversations about player welfare.

On Instagram, with over 180,000 followers, he presents a professional athlete's life: training sessions, match days, and sponsor posts. His handle, @pansa_hemviboon, and bio “⚽️. Yong PH3” reinforce his personal brand. [edit]

Pansa Hemviboon remains a respected figure within Thai football, anchoring the defense for Buriram United and the national team with a career spanning over a decade. Despite his longevity and consistent performance on the pitch, including a notable victory in the 2025 ASEAN Club Championship Shopee Cup, he does not currently hold a placement in the iFANN Global Top 1,000 or any scope-based ranking list. The iFANN evaluation process has assessed his public profile, yet no numerical rank or score is assigned at this time, reflecting a status where global fame metrics have not crossed the threshold for inclusion in the published directories. His online presence, anchored by 183,000 followers on Instagram, serves as a direct channel to supporters rather than a hub for an organized movement. Unlike entertainment idols who cultivate named fanbases with dedicated rituals, Pansa operates within the traditional sphere of professional sports where loyalty is directed toward clubs and national squads rather than individual athletes. There is no documented official fandom name associated with him, nor are there records of fan-funded projects, specific charitable campaigns, or viral folklore that elevate his story beyond standard athletic achievement. While the passionate nature of Thai football fandom occasionally turns intense scrutiny toward players following high-stakes errors, such as incidents surrounding recent championship finals, these moments represent broader cultural dynamics rather than unique legendary events attributed solely to his persona. His legacy is defined by steady service and physical dominance rather than the extraordinary crowd reactions or mythological storytelling seen in pop culture icons. Consequently, his audience consists of general football enthusiasts and club supporters who recognize his number 3 jersey without engaging in the structured devotion typical of global celebrities.[edit]

Known affectionately by the nickname "Yong," which appears in his social media profiles, Pansa Hemviboon has worn the number 3 shirt for Buriram United throughout his tenure, a detail verified by major sports databases and his own accounts. His representation is handled by FPS Management & Consulting, a verified agency managing his contract negotiations, while his commercial partnerships include Nike Football, whose content frequently features on his personal channels. As of 2026, his market value is listed at €100,000 on Transfermarkt, a figure that reflects the financial realities of the Thai League. Beyond standard statistics, his career includes significant milestones such as being part of the Buriram United squad that secured the inaugural ASEAN Club Championship Shopee Cup title in May 2025 against Công An Hà Nội FC. In early 2026, medical concerns forced his withdrawal from the Thailand national team squad due to injury, leading to his replacement by Jonathan Khemdee. Although he lacks the viral folklore of entertainment stars, his role as a veteran defender since 2016 has established him as a pillar of consistency in Thai football, with his 1.90-metre frame becoming a recognizable fixture in domestic and international competitions.[edit]

Pansa is married, though his wife's name has not been publicly disclosed.

His wife came into the spotlight in January 2025 when she publicly defended him after he received intense online abuse following his own goal in the ASEAN Championship final. Reports from Vietnamese media described her as “throwing her own goal” to shield her husband from the attacks, and she called for help in addressing the harassment.

There is no public information about children. The couple has kept their family life largely private, with no other family details available in the sources. [edit]

Pansa has shared the pitch with numerous Buriram United teammates over his decade at the club. Internationally, he has been coached by Anthony Hudson, who called up Jonathan Khemdee to replace him in March 2026. In the 2018 AFF semi-final, Malaysian defender Irfan Zakaria also scored an own goal in the same match, a rare parallel. [edit]

Public information about Pansa Hemviboon's romantic history is extremely limited, consistent with his private personal life.

He is married to a woman whose name has not been disclosed. The marriage was publicly known by January 2025, when his wife defended him against online abuse following his own goal in the ASEAN Championship final.

There are no reports of any prior relationships, and no dating history has been documented. As of 2026, he remains married, with his wife continuing to support him publicly. [edit]

Per iFANN's editorial analysis, Pansa Hemviboon's net worth stands at $1 Million as of 2026. This valuation stems from his extensive career within the Thai League, where compensation structures differ significantly from European counterparts. His primary earnings derive from his long-standing contract with Buriram United, one of the most financially robust clubs in the region. While specific salary figures remain undisclosed, veteran defenders at top-tier Thai clubs typically command annual incomes ranging between $100,000 and $300,000. Additional revenue streams include match fees and performance bonuses earned through international duty with the Thailand national team. A sponsorship agreement with Nike contributes further to his financial portfolio, though such deals for local-based athletes generally lack the magnitude seen in global markets. No reports indicate involvement in major business ventures or substantial real estate holdings outside of his professional activities.[edit]

Pansa Hemviboon has not received individual awards such as Player of the Year or Team of the Season selections in the available sources. His honours are primarily team-based: multiple Thai League 1 titles and domestic cup wins with Buriram United. He also reached the final of the 2024 ASEAN Championship with Thailand, finishing as runner-up. [edit]