Kor Royal Cup (Thai: ถ้วยพระราชทาน ก. ; ถ้วย ก.) or in old name Yai Cup (Thai: ถ้วยใหญ่) (Changed the name in 1963) was the highest level of club football competition which competed in the tournament in Thailand since 1916-1995. It was founded by Football Association of Thailand in 1916. Department of Performing Arts was the first team that won this competition.
In 1996, Thai Premier League was formed by Football Association of Thailand and was used to the top of professional football league in place of Kor Royal cup. For this Reason, Kor Royal Cup has adapted as trophy contested in an annual match between the champions and the runner-ups of Thai Premier League up to now.
In 2010, The trophy changed to contested in an annual match between the champions of Thai Premier League and the champions of Thai FA Cup.
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