Preview: Phnom Penh Crown Hosts Thbong Khmum in Hun Sen Cup Clash

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (Interstat) — Two of Cambodia’s most in-form teams will meet Wednesday when Phnom Penh Crown hosts Thbong Khmum in a Hun Sen Cup matchup.

The game, scheduled for Feb. 4, 2026, pits a dominant home side against a visiting team known for its high-scoring offense.

Phnom Penh Crown enters with momentum, coming off a 1-0 victory over Dangkor Senchey on Sunday. That result extended Crown’s unbeaten run in all competitions, a streak built on a potent attack. They have scored three or more goals in five of their last ten matches, including a 12-0 victory and an 11-0 win in a double-header against separate opponents on Dec. 14.

Thbong Khmum presents a unique offensive threat. They are riding a seven-game winning streak, averaging over five goals per game during that span. Their most recent result was a 6-1 road victory over Phnom Da Mohanokor FC on Dec. 21. Their season has featured several shootouts, including a 7-5 win over Battambang United FC in November.

However, the visitors’ defensive record is less impressive, having conceded multiple goals in several of those high-scoring affairs. This could prove critical against a disciplined Crown side that has kept clean sheets in three of its last five matches.

The statistical service Interstat projects a 3-1 victory for Phnom Penh Crown, suggesting Crown’s defensive solidity may neutralize Thbong Khmum’s firepower.

The matchup is a contrast in styles: Thbong Khmum’s relentless, free-scoring approach against Phnom Penh Crown’s balanced and consistently dominant form. Crown will look to control the game at home, while Thbong Khmum aims to extend its explosive run and pull off a cup upset.

Kickoff is set for Wednesday evening at Crown’s home stadium in the Cambodian capital.