Football

FIFA Club World Cup Winner: Real Madrid

Real Madrid, First Team To Retain The Title

2017 is one of the best year for Zinedine Zidane’s men as they won La Liga, Spanish Super Cup, UEFA Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup. 
Real Madrid FC won their third FIFA Club World Cup and the first ever team in the Club World Cup history to win a back-to-back championship. Cristiano Ronaldo got the match’s only goal after scoring a stunning free kick goal against Brazil’s Gremio in Saturday’s final. 
Los Blancos have drawn FC Barcelona on the number of Club World Cups they won in total. Both teams already have three Club World Cup trophies.
The Croatian wizard, Luka Modric, has won the Golden Ball award in Real Madrid’s Club World Cup victory. Modric put so much effort and bossing at the midfield area in the final game. He shows the world that he is one of the finest passer that played the game. The former Tottenham star also shows that he deserved it and is fit to win the award by inspiring the whole team to win the title. 
Zinedine Zidane is hoping for a sextuple after Real Madrid’s 1-0 win against Gremio. “We have the dream that it (sextuple) will happen, we have achieved the third title of the season, the fifth of the year, and it was importand for us,” Zidane told the reporters. Zidane is also focusing on chasing the top of the table in La Liga as they are eight points away from the top seed team, FC Barcelona.
Real Madrid’s next match is against the tough and current number one in La Liga, FC Barcelona. The most awaited football game in Spain, the El Clasico, will be next week. It is the first El Clasico of the season at will be held at Santiago Bernabeu.

Every fan of the two teams around the world cannot wait for this season’s El Clasico as both teams are fired up in facing each another. This upcoming game will be written again in the history as Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are both eager to win the El Clasico this season.

AZKALS: Azkals Places Second In CTFA Invitational Tournament

07 DECEMBER 2017: MANILA – Azkals grabs second place in the recently concluded CTFA Invitational Tournament held in Taipei from December 1 to 5. In spite of an undermanned team, and three-day preparation – the quickly assembled Azkals composed of a few veterans, players from the U22 SEA Games squad and University stand out squeezed a second-place finish ahead of Timor Leste and Laos.
Most of the regular Azkals were not available because they we not released by their Clubs due to the PFL season is in its semi-finals stage. The CTFA Invitational Tournament dates are also outside of the FIFA dates so a number of call ups on foreign based Filipino players were not successful.
Asked about his reaction on Mr. Dan Palami’s description of the Azkals outing in Taipei as the Taiwan ‘debacle”, Mr. Jefferson Cheng, Team Manager says:
“If this is accurate, I am surprised with the comments of Dan (Mr. Palami). We are working for the same organisation which is the PFF, and representing one country, Our Country. I think a more encouraging and supportive stance will do more good for Philippine Football than complaining and maligning the players and coaches who did their best for their country. I think whoever makes these negative statements are being unfair. We ended up second place with 3 days preparation, the players were given the best organisation one can possibly do with the time, and logistics constraints we have plus the conflict that the CTFA Tournament have with the PFL schedule. 
My role is temporary as the PFF Secretary General asked for assistance because most of the Clubs with the regular Azkals players including Mr. Palami’s Global FC are in the PFL semi-finals hence the Clubs prioritise the League instead of the National Team that is why they did not release the players. The regular Azkals Coach Thomas Dooley also had a very important previous commitment to speak in an AFC event representing the PFF.
Mr. Palami suggested certain players, we contacted them even bought them airline tickets but they did not come for some reason.

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During the Tournament were some calls and red cards that did not go our way which could have changed the complexion of the games and the result of the Tournament. I am not offering any excuses as there are none needed. The Players and Coaches did their best and what is important is they were there on the field fighting. We had three days to prepare and the players coming in from a long hectic PFL schedule, a 2nd place finish is descent under the circumstances.
We should draw our attention to the positives. We may not have won the tournament but the winner here is Philippine Football. The exposure given to our younger players was the right thing to do. Just ask Miyagi from Cebu, who scored his first international goal with the Senior National Team, ask what the Cebuano football fans think about that. Or Gayoso from Ateneo who had his first cap. What about the sight of the younger players playing alongside their Idols! The senior players mentoring and leading the younger ones was a very good and encouraging thing to see. I think this is what team sports are all about. This experience of our younger players will only encourage and bring more fans, supporters and followers to our National Team and Philippine Football.  Importante magtulungan tayo.”

Davao Aguilas FC Holds Successful Youth Football Day with LA Galaxy

DAVAO AGUILAS FC PLANS TO HAVE SIMILAR EVENTS IN OTHER PARTS OF THE COUNTRY BY NEXT YEAR

LA GALAXY’s Wes Meadows and Davao Aguilas FC players at Davao Aguilas FC’s Youth Football Day held at McKinley Stadium at BGC (Photo Courtesy: Mickey Sanchez/DAFC)

04 DECEMBER 2017 – MANILA: Mindanao-based Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC), along with LA Galaxy coaches Wes Meadows, Job Quevedo and Chris Howe, had their first Youth Football Day at McKinley Stadium, at Bonifacio Global City (BGC), last weekend.
Over 100 kids, with ages ranging from 8-16, got to participate in the free event hosted by Davao Aguilas FC.  The kids represented various schools in Metro Manila such as Don Bosco Tech Institute Makati, Letran Manila, Paco Catholic School, PAREF Woodrose School, Saint Pedro Poveda College, San Beda College Alabang, East Rembo Elementary School, Global Leaders International School,  St. Anthony School Manila and La Salle Greenhills.
The LA Galaxy coaches, along with Davao Aguilas FC coaches and players Marko Trkulja, Matthew Hartmann, Jordan Jarvis, Gerald Layumas, Princeton Josue, Stephen Burda, Kim Versales, Brad McDonald, Richard Talaroc and Andy Esswein, ran the said event. 

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Head Coach Marlon Maro, who is currently in Taiwan for the CTFA International Tournament, says, “It is a good start for Davao Aguilas FC to develop international cooperation with a big club like LA Galaxy.  At the same time, helping Philippine football in the development of young footballers.”  
Maro continues, “Events such as this one also showcases the technical capability of the club in finding future footballers in the country.”
LA Galaxy Coach Wes Meadows, on the other hand, says, “It has been great to partner up with Davao Aguilas, their staff, and players as well.  Obviously for us, with 100 kids being here, we needed additional staff, and they have been very accommodating.  It is great to work out and have this activity with a club here locally.”

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As for the participants, Coach Meadows had this to say, “The kids have been great.  And for us, LA Galaxy, we are fortunate to travel all over the world, and domestically, be able to see a lot of players.  I think here in the Philippines, there’s a lot of potential here.  Overall, we are certainly pleased with the level.”
Before arriving in Manila, the LA Galaxy coaches came from Korea, where they had tryouts for their second team for 10 days, before stopping in Guam for another youth football event there.
With the success of its first Youth Football Day, Davao Aguilas FC thus intends to hold similar events in other parts of the country in the near future.


 For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial. 

More pics of the Davao Aguilas FC – LA Galaxy Youth Football Day here:
(Photo Courtesy: Mickey Sanchez/DAFC)

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Davao Auilas FC Stays on Point and Goes for a Win Against Kaya FC Makati

Davao Aguilas FC’s Angel Guirado got two goals for the team and was named Man of The Match.

19 NOVEMBER 2017 – MANILA: Away team Davao Aguilas FC stayed focused and on point on Saturday evening’s match against Kaya FC Makati, held in Makati City, as they went for a 1-3 win, in their favor.
Angel Guirado was the first one who went for the goal on the 26th minute, with a very good assist from Enzo Cheng.  An equalizer however took place on the 58th minute from Kaya FC Makati’s Alfred Osei. But Davao Aguilas went all out again and gained two more goals, courtesy of Australian Harrison Sawyer on the 65th minute, and Angel Guirado once more on the 74th minute.
Head Coach Marlon Maro says, “Happy and satisfied and I think it is because the players really wanted to win tonight.  The delivery and the process made us score a lot of goals tonight, and also the players responded well to each other.”
Angel Guirado, who was named Man of the Match says, “For me the team is more important because, the team worked good tonight.  I’m happy because I scored, but more importantly, the team has 3 points more and I’m also looking forward to our next season.  This boosts the confidence of the team.”
Davao Aguilas FC’s next matches will be on November 21 against JPV Marikina at 7 p.m., and on November 25 at 4 p.m., to be held at Rizal Memorial Stadium (RMS), against JPV Marikina as well.

*NEXT MATCHES WILL BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 21 AND 25, BOTH AGAINST JPV MARIKINA

For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial. 

ABOUT DAVAO AGUILAS FC (DAFC):

Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC), was established earlier this year as a professional football club, based out of Tagum, Davao del Norte, in Mindanao.  Its mission is to help develop football in Davao and the entire region.
The coaching staff is headed by Marlon Maro, while DAFC’s Chairman is Jefferson Cheng.
The club’s lead sponsor is San Miguel Corporation (SMC).  Other club partners include Tapa King, Roadhouse Cafe, City Mall Davao and PAGSS Lounge.
Expect more from Davao Aguilas FC as they take part in Philippines Football League (PFL) this season!
For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.

MILO fulfills dreams of nine young booters in FC Barcelona Camp

The MILO Philippine team with FCB legend Eric Abidal, coaches from the FCB Escola, and delegates from other countries

MILO fulfills dreams of nine young booters in FC Barcelona Camp



Manila, Philippines – MILO and FC Barcelona recently sent nine deserving children on a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience world-class football training in Barcelona, Spain. The children that made up the MILO Philippine team were chosen from the selection camp held by MILO and FC Barcelona in September in Manila. These young football players, who showed heart and skills on the pitch, and values such as humility, effort, ambition, respect, and teamwork, embarked on the Road to Barcelona, a journey that made their dreams come true.


“Seeing the children’s awe as they saw Camp Nou for the first time, their eagerness to learn as they engaged with their coaches and fellow players, and the joy on their faces as they played on the pitch is priceless. They have brought pride to the country as they represented the Philippines in Spain,” said Robbie De Vera, MILO Sports Marketing Executive. “We at MILO are delighted to make the children’s dreams come true. We are looking forward to bringing more Filipinos to Barcelona in the coming years.”


The junior booters were immersed in a series of training sessions with FC Barcelona Escola’s esteemed football coaches, both on the pitch at Ciutat Esportivo, the home of La Masia, FC Barcelona’s youth academy, and in the classroom at Camp Nou, together with delegates from Australia, Colombia, Jamaica, New Zealand, Tahiti, Thailand, Singapore, and Panama. The training sessions were modeled after the FCB Escola’s modules, which are based on the Barça methodology that includes a creative and attacking brand of football and the promotion of positive values. The children were also given with a well-deserved break that included a tour of Barcelona’s top sights and cultural gems.


“What I like most about the trip is that I was able to experience something that was only in my dreams before,” said Lowell Tortona, 12-year-old football player from Xavier School. “I was also able meet new friends along the way, not only from the Philippines but also from other countries, and we have bonded over our common passion for football.”


The ultimate highlight was the training session with FCB legend Eric Abidal, an experience they will surely never forget. To complete their trip, MILO and FCB granted the young booters’ dream of seeing their idols up close on the pitch as they watched FC Barcelona’s match in Camp Nou against Malaga in La Liga.


“MILO hopes that through this experience, the young booters of the MILO Philippine team may serve as an inspiration to other athletes of any sport to pursue their passions and reach for their dreams,” added De Vera.

For more information on the booters’ Road to Barcelona experience and on MILO Philippines, log on to the official website (http://www.milo.com.ph) or the MILO Philippines Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/milo.ph). Follow MILO on Twitter (@MiloPH) and Instagram (@MiloPhilippines).

Davao Aguilas FC to Face-Off with Ceres Negros FC in Bacolod City

DAVAO AGUILAS FC BACK IN HOME PITCH IN TAGUM CITY, DAVAO DEL NORTE ON NOVEMBER 5

(L-R) Ceres Negros FC Head Coach Risto Vidakovic, Martin Steuble, Davao Aguilas FC player Jason Cordova and Coach Melchor Anzures, face the local media here in Bacolod City at the pre-match press conference held at L’Fisher Hotel.
02 NOVEMBER 2017 – BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL: Davao Aguilas FC’s Coach Mel Anzures and Jason Cordova, along with Ceres Negros’ Head Coach Risto Vidakovic and player Martin Steuble, faced the local media today at the L’ Fisher Hotel in Bacolod City. 
They are set to face-off at Panaad Stadium tonight at 7 p.m. for the 4th and last time for the inaugural season of the Philippines Football League (PFL).  Their last encounter in Tagum City, Davao del Norte, in front of 4,000 Davao supporters, ended in a draw, with a score of 1-1.
After this match, Davao Aguilas FC will fly back to their home pitch, for this Sunday’s match at the Davao del Norte Sports Complex, as they face Stallion Laguna FC on November 5, at 4 p.m.  
Head Coach Marlon Maro says, “Davao Aguilas FC is already gaining altitude and the support from the home fans has been tremendous.  We will come out strong and defend our “nest” for our next home matches.
For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial. 

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Davao Aguilas FC Tests its Mettle Against Ilocos United FC, Keeps a Clean Sheet with a Score of 2-0

COACH MARO SAYS FANS GAVE THEM STRENGTH AND FIRE TO WIN THE MATCH

16 OCTOBER 2017 – TAGUM CITY, DAVAO DEL NORTE: Davao Aguilas FC tested its mettle against PFL’s last placer, Ilocos United FC, at its home pitch in Tagum City, Davao del Norte last Sunday.  
The Aguilas players kept a clean sheet and earned two goals, courtesy of Harrison Sawyer in the 24th minute and James Younghusband on the 65th minute.
Head Coach Marlon Maro says, “We are happy with the win.  I guess the week-long break gave us a lot of elbow room to do the adjustments, and develop our style of play.  I am very satisfied that in the end, we ended up winning.”
Maro continues, “We would like to thank the more than 4,500 fans as well for coming.  The fans gave us both the strength and the fire to win this match.”
This weekend’s win gives Davao Aguilas FC a total of 11 points, while Ilocos United FC, which is still on the last place, has a total of 7 points.
Both teams face off against each other once again on Wednesday, October 18, 2017, in Bantay, Ilocos Sur.
For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial. 

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ABOUT DAVAO AGUILAS FC (DAFC):
Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC), was established earlier this year as a professional football club, based out of Tagum, Davao del Norte, in Mindanao.  Its mission is to help develop football in Davao and the entire region.

The coaching staff is headed by Marlon Maro, while DAFC’s Chairman is Jefferson Cheng.
The club’s lead sponsor is San Miguel Corporation (SMC).  Other club partners include Tapa King, Roadhouse Cafe, City Mall Davao and PAGGS Lounge.

Expect more from Davao Aguilas FC as they take part in Philippines Football League (PFL) this season!

For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.

Azkals Share Points with Yemen, Remains on Top of Group F

The Philippine Azkals are among the national teams in action this international break as they continue their campaign to make it to the 2019 AFC Asia Cup.
The Azkals faced a very familiar foe in Yemen. A team they have been grouped with during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.
This time, both teams slug it out for Group F’s top spot. A position which is very important to be in, since only the top 2 teams of each group will qualify for Asia’s premier football competition 2 years from now.
The match against Yemen was held in Qatar where a good number of Filipinos were in attendance to support the Azkals. Both teams had great share of possession. Etheridge though, seemed to be the busier keeper as the Yemenis had great chances throughout the game.
In the 63rd minute, Yemen scored the game’s opening goal after a scramble right in front of the Azkals goal. From thereon, the Azkals created better chances. The Filipinos were keen to equalize and share the points with Yemen. Time wasn’t on their side but they kept pushing, until Paul Mulders found Mike Ott who easily found the back of the net in the 89th minute of the match.
It was a huge relief for the Azkals since they knew that if they gave the win away, Yemen would take the group’s top spot.
The Azkals will face Nepal next. The game is scheduled to take place on November 14 and will be an away match for our national team.

5 Davao Aguilas FC Players Get Called Up for the Philippines Squad for the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers Match VS Yemen

COACH MARO SAYS CLUB IS COMMITTED TO HELPING PHILIPPINE FOOTBALL

Photo Caption: Davao Aguilas FC Team Captain Phil Younghusband going for the goal, at one of their recent matches in Tagum City, which ended in a draw.


3 OCTOBER 2017 – MANILA: Five Davao Aguilas FC (DAFC) players, have been called up to be part of the Philippine men’s national team squad for the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 Qualifiers Match between the Philippines and Yemen.  The match will take place on October 10, 2017, at the Saoud Bin Abdulrahman Stadium in Doha, Qatar.
This will be the second time that Azkals and Yemen will face each other in the qualifiers.  Their last encounter ended in a 2-2 draw last September 5, 2017, at the Panaad Park and Stadium in Bacolod, Negros Occidental, which saw top Davao Aguilas FC players Phil and James Younghusband contributing 1 goal each, for the Philippine side.
The five (5) Davao Aguilas players are as follows:


    1.    DE BRUYCKER, Dylan
    2.    O’DONNELL, Nicholas
    3.    ROTA, Simone
    4.    YOUNGHUSBAND, James
    5.    YOUNGHUSBAND, Phil
This is also the second call-up for 19-year old Fil-Belgian Dylan De Bruycker, who is also a key player in the U22 Philippine men’s football team.
Head Coach Marlon Maro of Davao Aguilas FC says, “The call-up is a confirmation that DAFC players have quality.  As a football club, we are committed to helping Philippine football.  My best wishes to Azkals and to all DAFC players.  Make our country proud!”
For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial. 

Davao Aguilas FC Stuns Ceres Negros FC with a Draw of 1-1

21 SEPTEMBER 2017 – TAGUM CITY, DAVAO DEL NORTE:  Still fresh from their run in the AFC Cup, Ceres Negros FC plunged back into action right away against Davao Aguilas FC for the PFL, first at the match at Rizal Memorial Stadium (RMS) last weekend, then next at Davao Aguilas’ home pitch in Tagum City last September 21.  
But in a span of four days, Davao Aguilas seems to have changed their moves inside and outside the pitch.  Davao Aguilas changed its head coach, from its previous Australian coach to its current head coach Marlon Maro.  Maro was previously head coach of U22 Philippine men’s football team and led the Philippine contingent to the SEA Games in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, last month.
Along with that drastic change, came a change in their tactics and strategy as well.  Ceres Negros FC on the other hand, marched into Davao most likely thinking it was still the same team they dealt with only days back, and that they had the upper hand, being on the upper end of the PFL table.
In the pre-match press conference in Tagum City where Coach Maro was presented, he said, “There will be a lot of changes but there is only one option, which is winning, the team is also in high spirits, we are very positive and looking forward to our first win.”
In their match yesterday, the Davaoenos became unpredictable, and in fact snatched the first goal in the 27th minute, with the help of James Younghusband. The first half ended with a score of 1-0, in favor of the spirited and reinvigorated Aguilas.
The close to 4,000 spectators was surprisingly quiet, perhaps surprised that the home team was able to control the game against Ceres Negros FC in the first half.
A 2nd goal by the Aguilas, however, was unfortunately deemed by the referee as an offside.
Ceres Negros FC on the other hand, recovered and equalized the game with a goal on the 73rd minute, courtesy of Fernando Rodriguez.
Coach Marlon Maro at the post-match press conference said, “We indeed won, however, the referee nullified our second goal, it’s his opinion, we respect it.  To our fans, we are still on the right track for the remaining matches.”
Davao Aguilas FC faces FC Meralco Manila this Saturday at the Rizal Memorial Stadium.
For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.  
ABOUT DAVAO AGUILAS FC:
Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC), was established earlier this year as a professional football club, based out of Tagum, Davao del Norte, in Mindanao.  Its mission is to help develop football in Davao and the entire region.
The coaching staff is headed by Gary Philips, an Australian football veteran, while DAFC’s Chairman is Jefferson Cheng.
The club’s lead sponsor is San Miguel Corporation (SMC).  Other club partners include Roadhouse Cafe, City Mall Davao and PAGGS Lounge.
Expect more from Davao Aguilas FC as they take part in Philippines Football League (PFL) this season!
For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.

Younghusbands Play for Davao Aguilas FC for the First Time

DAVAO AGUILAS FC GETS BACK INTO ACTION WITH GLOBAL CEBU FC ON SEPTEMBER 9

Team Captain Phil Younghusband at one of the tune-up matches of Davao Aguilas FC in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia recently (Photo by Mickey Sanchez)

8 SEPTEMBER 2017 – TAGUM CITY, DAVAO DEL NORTE: Fans can expect another packed match on September 9, as Davao Aguilas FC plunges back into action as they go up against Global Cebu FC, after their month-long international break.
This, after Davao Aguilas FC players saw action both for the SEA Games and the recent Azkals match vs. Yemen.  Seven of the U22-Aguilas players took part in the SEA Games in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; while 5 other players were called up to be part of the Azkals recently.  With Reymart Cubon of U22, scoring a goal for the Philippines and both the Younghusband brothers – Phil and James, scoring a goal each in their Azkals match vs. Yemen.
Davao Aguilas FC also had tune-up matches in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia with various Malaysian clubs in preparation for their PFL return.
This weekend’s match will also be the first time that Phil and James Younghusband will suit up as Davao Aguilas FC players.
Match will start at 4 p.m. and will be held at the Davao del Norte Sports Complex.  Tickets are available at the stadium.  
For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.  

7 Davao Aguilas FC Players Proud to Represent the Country at the 29th SEA Games in Kuala Lumpur

DAVAO AGUILAS FC TRAINING CAMP TO TAKE PLACE IN KL IN PREPARATION FOR UPCOMING MATCHES, TO RESUME SEPT. 9  

Davao Aguilas FC players, proud representatives of the Philippines at the upcoming SEA Games to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Seven Davao Aguilas FC (DAFC) players, who are  part of the U22 Philippine men’s football team, are proud representatives of the country at the 29th South East Asian (SEA) Games, set to begin next week, with their first match taking place on August 15, against Cambodia, at the Selayang Municipal Council Stadium.  
The 7 Davao Aguilas players are as follows:
    1.    BAUTISTA, Junell Mark
    2.    CHENG, Jaime Vicenzo
    3.    CUBON, Raymart
    4.   DE BRUYCKER, Dylan Alain Lucienne
    5.    DIAZ, Van Rey
    6.    JARVIS, Jordan Blair
    7.    TALAROC, Richard Jr.
Coach Gary Phillips of DAFC says, “Very exciting times for Davao Aguilas FC, we have 7 representatives, that’s wonderful for our club.  Obviously, we wish them all the best, we are confident that they will do well and represent Philippine football in a good way, and they are quality players, quality individuals.  We are very excited for them and I’m sure they will do us proud.”
In preparation for the SEA Games, a football camp was also held in Japan, in cooperation with Japan Football Association.
The rest of the Davao Aguilas FC (DAFC) will also be in KL, Malaysia, not only to support the U22 members of the club, but also for a training camp which will prepare them for the resumption of their PFL matches, set to resume on September 9, at Tagum City, Davao del Norte, in a match that will pit them against Global Cebu FC.

Davao Aguilas FC Officially Signs Phil and James Younghusband as Newest Players of the Club

03 AUGUST 2017 – MANILA: Mindanao-based Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC), has just signed 2 more prominent Azkals stalwarts, namely Phil and James Younghusband.
The contract signing ceremony was held at Makati Shangri-la Hotel last night, which was witnessed by Davao Aguilas club executives, headed by its Chairman, Jefferson Cheng.   
Davao Aguilas Football Club Chairman Jefferson Cheng says, “We are happy to welcome Phil and James into our club.  Both are quality players and fine gentlemen that will blend well into our club and represent Davao Aguilas with utmost professionalism.  Our fans and supporters are equally excited about our new signings.  I am sure they will contribute not only to Davao Aguilas, but also help us succeed in our vision to promote and advance Philippine football.”
Apart from the Younghusband siblings, recent signings include Simone Rota, Jason de Jong, Matthew Hartmann and Nick O’ Donnell.   
The Younghusbands are set to see action as Aguilas when they go against Global Cebu FC on September 9, in Tagum City, Davao del Norte.
For more information about Davao Aguilas FC, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.  

Davao Aguilas FC Fans Goes to Another Exciting Head to Head Match With FC Meralco Manila

Matthew Hartmann debuts as a Davao Aguilas FC player at Panaad Stadium in Bacolod City
28 JULY 2017 – TAGUM CITY, DAVAO DEL NORTE: The home crowd in Tagum City, Davao del Norte, can expect another exciting match this Saturday, July 29 at 4 p.m., as the home team – Davao Aguilas FC (DAFC), collides with FC Meralco Manila (FCMM) once again.
The last match these two teams had at Davao del Norte Sports Complex was last June 21 ended in a draw, with a score of 2-2, damaging what was then the perfect record of wins of FC Meralco Manila.
The Aguilas have also strengthened its team by adding new players such as Matthew Hartman, Nick O’ Donnell, Australian striker Harrison Sawyer who were all seen on the start list in their previous match against Ceres-Negros FC last week at Panaad Stadium, in Bacolod City.
For this Saturday’s match, fans might be able to see new signings such as Tagum native U22 player Raymart Cubon, Jorrel Aristorenas, Simone Rota and Jason De Jong show off their wares at the home pitch of Davao Aguilas.
Match will be held at the Davao del Norte Sports Complex.  Tickets are available at the stadium.
For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.

7 Davao Aguilas FC Players Get Called Up For AFC U23 Championship China 2018 Qualifiers

Davao Aguilas FC players Jordan Jarvis and Dylan De Bruycker leaving Cebu for Cambodia, to join 5 other Davao Aguilas FC players who were called up for the AFC U23 Champions China 2018 Qualifiers.

18 JULY 2017 – MANILA: The Philippine Football Federation (PFF) has called-up the following Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC) players for the AFC U23 Championship China 2018 Qualifiers – Group J, set to take place from July 19 to 23, 2017, in Phnom Penh, Cambodia:

    1    BAUTISTA, Junell Mark
    2    CHENG, Jaime Vicenzo
    3    DE BRUYCKER, Dylan Alain Lucienne
    4    DE LA  TORRE, Rey Franco Miguel
    5    DIAZ, Van Rey
    6    JARVIS, Jordan Blair
    7    TALAROC, Richard Jr.
Five of the seven players flew from Japan for the training camp arranged by the Philippine Football Federation, along with Japan Football Association.  These players are Junnell Mark Bautista, Jaime Vicenzo Cheng, Rey Franco Miguel De La Torre, Van Rey Diaz and Richard Talaroc, Jr.  While Dylan Alain Lucienne De Bruycker, and newly signed former Ateneo player and UAAP Rookie of the Year Jordan Blair Jarvis came from Cebu, fresh from the Davao Aguilas FC-Global Cebu FC match, which ended with a result of 0-0.
Davao Aguilas FC Chairman Jefferson Cheng calls this, “A proud moment for our Club with 7 players called up to the National Team U22.”
The AFC Under-23 Championship 2018 will serve as a preparation for the 29th Southeast Asian Games which begins next month.
The Philippines are in Group J, along with Japan, China PR and Cambodia.
The schedule of matches are as follows:
19 July 2017
Japan vs Philippines – 3:30 PM Local time (4:30 PM Manila time)
21 July 2017
Philippines vs China PR – 3:30 PM Local time (4:30 PM Manila time)
23 July 2017
Cambodia vs Philippines – 6:30 PM Local time (7:30 PM Manila time)
For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.

Davao Aguilas FC Thwarts Expected Global Cebu FC Win Its Home Turf, Ends Game with a Clean Sheet

Man of the Match Marko Trkulja leads the team in thanking the Cebu crowd
16 JULY 2017 – CEBU CITY: Visiting team Davao Aguilas FC, came in as an underdog in an exciting Saturday night match at the Cebu City Sports Center.  The home crowd expected a third straight win from Global Cebu FC, winning over Ceres Negros FC and Stallions Laguna FC just days before.  But the Aguilas thwarted the crowd’s expectation and ended the match with a clean sheet, and a score of 0-0.
Davao Aguilas FC on the other hand, ’upped its game’ after its most recent setback in its own turf last week, after a loss of 5-1.
Coach Gary Phillips says, “I’m very proud of the team’s performance tonight, particularly at the back of last week’s results, which was unacceptable.  But to play a strong team like Global Cebu FC and to stick together and maintain their discipline, and they kept a clean sheet.  I’m very proud of the team’s effort.”
Goalkeeper Marko Trkulja was named Man of Match.
San Miguel Brewery and the Sportswriters Association of Cebu also took the time out  after the match, to hand over the award of recently signed Aguilas player, 19-year old Jordan Jarvis.  Jarvis was conferred the 35th All Cebu Sports Awards Special Citation for excellence in football and contributing to the professionalism of the sport.  This was also Jarvis’ second award from the association.    
Jarvis was also named UAAP season 79’s Rookie of the Year for men’s football earlier this year, after 
For more information about Davao Aguilas FC, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.  

Davao Aguilas Football Club go up against Kaya FC Makati at Davao del Norte Sports Complex.

Photo: Mickey Sanchez


Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC), sponsored by San Miguel Corporation, is set to go up against Kaya FC Makati at Davao del Norte Sports Complex.
It will be the second time that these two teams will go against each other for the Philippines Football League (PFL), with the first match taking place at University of Makati (UMak).

Davao Aguilas FC has earned a reputation for setting the trend in Philippines Football League (PFL) for hosting the biggest crowds.  Its past 4 matches in its home stadium have gathered at least 16,000 people.

The club has also been getting involved in grassroots programs in Davao.  It recently organized a football clinic for 200 kids, held at Tionko Football Field in Davao City.  There are also other football clinics lined up for Davao and the Mindanao region.

Coach Gary Phillips in an interview, stressed the importance of setting-up a training camp in Davao; to help further develop football interest and be able to tap more local football talents as well.  The club currently has players from Davao and other parts of Mindanao.

In the meantime, five members of Davao Aguilas FC (DAFC) have been called up for the Philippines Under-22 squad list for the Japan training camp, which was arranged by the Philippine Football Federation, along with Japan Football Association.  The camp is a preparation for the AFC Under-23 Championship Qualifiers and the 2017 Southeast Asian Games.  These players are Junnell Mark Bautista, Jaime Vicenzo Cheng, Rey Franco Miguel De La Torre, Van Rey Diaz and Richard Talaroc, Jr.   


Tickets are available at the stadium.  For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.  

RESULTS DAVAO AGUILAS FC VS. ILOCOS UNITED FC


 DAVAO AGUILAS FC HOSTS ANOTHER PACKED FOOTBALL MATCH VS. ILOCOS 
UNITED FC, ENDS WITH A SCORE OF 0-0

TAGUM, DAVAO DEL NORTE: Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC), heavily supported by San Miguel Corporation, hosted another packed football match in its home turf.  Its match vs. Ilocos United Football Club (IUFC) was its third home game, and all three (3) games have generated an attendance of at least twelve thousand (12,000) football spectators.

Celebrities and sports personalities such as Asec. Mocha Uson, the Mocha Girls, the Malditas Philippine Women’s National Football Team were all seen in the crowd wearing Davao Aguilas shirts.

Malditas players Cam Rodriguez and Nona Amoncio both said in a Fox Sports Asia interview, “We’re both here, along with the team to support Davao Aguilas FC.”

The match ended with a score of 0-0.

Its next match will be on June 28, at 4 p.m. against Global Cebu FC.  The match will be held also at Davao del Norte Sports Complex.

Tickets are available at the stadium.  For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.

Davao Aguilas RC Rips Meralco Sparks’ Perfect Record, Ends with a Draw 2-2

22 JUNE 2017 – TAGUM, DAVAO DEL NORTE: In what seemed to be a David vs. Goliath match, wherein San Miguel Davao Aguilas Football Club, went up against top seed FC Meralco Manila (FCMM), the home boys sent the Sparks a very clear message, it was its home turf.
For over 90 minutes, the crowd of more than 4,000 spectators in a packed stadium at Davao del Norte Sports Complex, held its breath in what seemed to be a roller-coaster ride of a match.  San Miguel Davao Aguilas gave its fans a bigger reason to support football in its home stead, and showed that it can ground into halt Goliath’s perfect PFL joyride.
Fans were seen waiting for the Aguilas outside their locker room in a seeming celebration of having new hometown heroes.  
Australian Coach Gary Phillips says, “There’s no question, it’s a massive confidence boost for the team.  I think the bigger picture is for us is, we grew as a team, we got back into the game and we showed a lot of spirit.  And from day 1 I’ve said, we will be competitive, and that’s what we proved today.  It is great to have so many supporters here, it is great to be back home.  We believe in this team, we believe in this club.  I’m very proud of the effort, and collectively as a group, we are all very proud and we certainly take it as a win.” 
Its next match will be  June 25, 2017 at 4 p.m., wherein the home team would play host to visitors from up North – the Ilocos United Football Club (IUFC).  This will be the second time that these teams will go against each other, with their last match ending in a draw, with a score of 1-1 in Vigan, Ilocos Norte.
While on June 28, San Miguel Davao Aguilas FC will go up against the former UFL champs, Global Cebu FC.  It will be the first time that the Aguilas will play against Global FC, so fans can expect another exciting match. 
Tickets are available at the stadium.  For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.  

SAN MIGUEL DAVAO AGUILAS FC RIPS FC MERALCO SPARKS’ PERFECT PFL RECORD, ENDS WITH A DRAW OF 2-2

22 JUNE 2017 – TAGUM, DAVAO DEL NORTE: In what seemed to be a David vs. Goliath match, wherein San Miguel Davao Aguilas Football Club, went up against top seed FC Meralco Manila (FCMM), the home boys sent the Sparks a very clear message, it was its home turf.

For over 90 minutes, the crowd of more than 4,000 spectators in a packed stadium at Davao del Norte Sports Complex, held its breath in what seemed to be a roller-coaster ride of a match.  San Miguel Davao Aguilas gave its fans a bigger reason to support football in its home stead, and showed that it can ground into halt Goliath’s perfect PFL joyride.

Fans were seen waiting for the Aguilas outside their locker room in a seeming celebration of having new hometown heroes.

Australian Coach Gary Phillips says, “There’s no question, it’s a massive confidence boost for the team.  I think the bigger picture is for us is, we grew as a team, we got back into the game and we showed a lot of spirit.  And from day 1 I’ve said, we will be competitive, and that’s what we proved today.  It is great to have so many supporters here, it is great to be back home.  We believe in this team, we believe in this club.  I’m very proud of the effort, and collectively as a group, we are all very proud and we certainly take it as a win.”

Its next match will be  June 25, 2017 at 4 p.m., wherein the home team would play host to visitors from up North – the Ilocos United Football Club (IUFC).  This will be the second time that these teams will go against each other, with their last match ending in a draw, with a score of 1-1 in Vigan, Ilocos Norte.

While on June 28, San Miguel Davao Aguilas FC will go up against the former UFL champs, Global Cebu FC.  It will be the first time that the Aguilas will play against Global FC, so fans can expect another exciting match.

Tickets are available at the stadium.  For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.

Davao Aguilas FC Back in Tagum for it’s Next 3 Home Games

Davao Aguilas FC arrives at Francisco Bangon Airport
in Davao City, welcomed by Ms. Diva Ng Davao 2017

20 JUNE 2017 – TAGUM, DAVAO DEL NORTE: Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC) are back in Davao for its next 3 home games taking place on June 21, 25 and 28, at the Davao del Norte Sports Complex.
Its match on June 21 at 4 p.m. will be up against FC Meralco Manila, led by the likes of Phil and James Younghusband; and is expected to be another crowd-drawer of a match.  The last home match of Davao Aguilas FC drew a crowd of 4,384 local supporters.
On June 25, 2017 at 4 p.m., visitors from up North, Ilocos United Football Club, will be going against the home team.  This will be the second time that these teams will go against each other, with their last match ending in a draw, with a score of 1-1.
And on June 28, Davao Aguilas FC will go up against the former UFL champs, Global Cebu FC.  It will be the first time that the Aguilas will play against Global FC, so expect another exciting match.  Former Global FC players Richard Talaroc and Andy Esswein are also currently with Davao Aguilas FC.
Davao Aguilas FC also just had its match against Stallion Laguna FC last Sunday, which ended in a scoreless draw.  Its recent friendly with U22 on the other hand, ended with a score of 1-0, in favor of Davao Aguilas FC.

Tickets are available at the stadium.  For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.


ABOUT DAVAO AGUILAS FC:
Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC), was established earlier this year as a professional football club, based out of Tagum, Davao del Norte, in Mindanao.  Its mission is to help develop football in Davao and the whole of Mindanao.
The coaching staff is headed by Gary Philips, an Australian football veteran. DAFC’s CEO is Ramon Manuel, while its Chairman is Jefferson Cheng.
Expect more from Davao Aguilas FC as they take part in Philippines Football League (PFL) this season!

Football Fever in Davao as Kaya FC Visits the Aguilas Tomorrow, May 20

Football Fever in Davao as Kaya FC Visits the Aguilas Tomorrow May 20
CATCH DAVAO AGUILAS FC ON MAY 20 AS THEY GO UP AGAINST KAYA FC 
Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC), which drew a record-breaking crowd of 4,384 when they played their first match in Tagum, Davao del Norte, is calling out to all its fans in Metro Manila, as they go up against Kaya FC Makati in their match this Saturday, May 20, 2017 at 7p.m., to be held at the University of Makati (UMAK).

 “We would like to invite Davaoeños and fans of Davao Aguilas FC to come over and support the team as they go up against Kaya FC Makati this Saturday.  It would be a big boost for the team if they had their fans screaming for them.  I’m sure the fans would love to see how this team fights to the finish,” says DAFC CEO Chito Manuel.
 
Among the players to watch out for in DAFC is 19-year old Fil-Belgian Dylan de Bruycker, who has scored 3 goals for the team in its last 2 matches, and  is also part of the Philippines Men’s U22 national team.

 In a recent article, Dylan was described as “Very composed and tricky,…he is dangerous when he gets momentum, and in front of goal he can finish with either his left or right.” 

 Homegrown Davao footballers such as Alexis Cabistante, John Philip Delos Santos and Roeder Ignacio are also part of the team. 

 Match against Kaya FC Makati has been adjusted to May 20, 2017, 7 p.m. and will be held at the University of Makati (UMAK).

 Tickets are available at the stadium.  
For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.

Davao Aguilas FC Attracts a Crowd of 4,834 in it’s First Home Game in Tagum


NEXT PFL MATCH OF DAFC WILL BE AGAINST KAYA FC ON MAY 21, 2017 TO BE HELD AT UNIVERSITY OF MAKATI STADIUM
15 May 2017 – TAGUM, DAVAO DEL NORTE: Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC) attracted a crowd of 4,384 in its first home game at the Davao del Norte Sports Complex, which was the largest crowd drawn for any match in the newly started Philippines Football League (PFL).
DAFC went up against JPV Marikina FC, in an exciting match that led to a result of 3-2, in favor of the Marikina-based club.
Fil-Belgian midfielder Dylan de Bruycker, scored 2 goals for Davao Aguilas despite the tough weather that the team encountered on the pitch.
Next match will be against Kaya FC Makati on May 21, 2017 at 4 p.m., to be held at the University of Makati Football Stadium.
Tickets are available at the stadium.
For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.

ABOUT DAVAO AGUILAS FC:

Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC), was established earlier this year as a professional football club, based out of Tagum, Davao del Norte, in Mindanao.
The coaching staff is headed by Gary Philips, an Australian football veteran. DAFC’s CEO is Ramon Manuel, while its Chairman is Jefferson Cheng.
Expect more from Davao Aguilas FC as they take part in Philippines Football League (PFL) this season!

For more information, please visit http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.

FC Meralco Manila Debuts at the RMS, Bags Second Straight Win

From the stands, fans watch FC Meralco Manila’s first home
match against Ilocos United FC.

FC Meralco Manila, the football  team representing the Philippines’ capital faced Ilocos United FC at the Rizal Memorial Stadium for their second match in the PFL. This is the first time Meralco played in front of their home crowd and they did not disappoint as the men in orange took a narrow 2-1 victory  over the visitors. 

Ilocos United FC who came off a 1-1 draw against Davao Agilas in their first PFL match took the lead early on in the game after Graham Caygill found the back of the net on the 13th minute. The home squad however were quick to take it back as Tyler Matas banked the equalizer on the 18th minute. 

The visitors, despite being a new team, looked very impressive as they showed no signs of intimidation against Meralco Manila. The Sparks on the other end showed composure and patience, their passing were very fun to watch as it was very organized and well designed to break the opponent’s defense.

Both teams exchanged chances until Jake Morallo broke the deadlock in the second half to give the Sparks the lead. In the final minutes of the match, Ilocos threatened a lot taking every bit of chance to equalize and share the points with Manila. The visitors dominated the possession as they looked determined not to give up scaring everyone with every shot they took. The fans rejoiced as the final whistle blew. FC Meralco Manila now has 6 points putting them up top the table of the league. 

Davao Aguilas FC All Set For Home Game Against JPV Marikina

13 May 2017 – TAGUM, DAVAO DEL NORTE: Davao Aguilas FC is all set for its first home game for the Philippines Football League (PFL), to be held at the Davao del Norte Sports Complex on Sunday, May 14, 2017.  They will be going up against JPV Marikina, which was previously part of the UFL. 
The team is starting to create a following in Davao and nearby provinces; and fans were seen waiting for them when they arrived at the Davao airport last Friday.
Australian Head Coach Gary Philips says, “We are excited to be here in Davao and we are looking forward to our first home game and we hope our fans will turn up in numbers and support the team.  We all are excited, we can’t wait to see you on Sunday.”
Coach Gary has previously worked in 5 different countries, including the National League in Australia.  He was also previously with AFC, for Coach Education and has also handled international men’s and women’s teams.
The team’s goalkeeping coach on the other hand is Australian James Fraser, renowned World Cup goalkeeper for Australia in 1974.  
The team’s impressive line-up is composed of homegrown footballers, national team players and Fil-foreign players.  Local players include Team Captain Jason Cordova,  John Nico Macapal, Kim Versales, Junell Bautista, Philippine Azkals standout Nate Burkey, Under 22 mainstays Van Rey Diaz and Richard Talaroc of Misamis Oriental, Princeton Josue, Davao goalkeeper Roeder Ignacio, Tagum native Alexis Cabistante, Mujer Sumail, Amir Amaikurut, Kahlil Jikiri, Justin Cheng,
John Philip De Los Santos, John Resty Gumban, Gerald Layumas, Jay-Ar Bucayan, Stephen Burda and Rey Franco De La Torre.   
Fil-foreign players include Brad McDonald, Fil-American right wing Omar Khan, attacker Gilmar Fernandez, midfielder Andreas Esswein, Serbian goalkeeper Marko Trkulja, striker Nikola Grubjesic, defender Milos Krstic and Dylan De Bruycker, who scored the first goal for the team in last weekend’s match against Ilocos United.  
Tickets are still available at the stadium.  You can also get free tickets when you register at http://www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.
ABOUT DAVAO AGUILAS FC:
Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC), was established earlier this year as a professional football club, based out of Tagum, Davao del Norte, in Mindanao.
The coaching staff is headed by Gary Philips, an Australian football veteran. DAFC’s CEO is Ramon Manuel, while its Chairman is Jefferson Cheng.
Expect more from Davao Aguilas FC as they take part in Philippines Football League (PFL) this season!