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Azkals give Sven-Göran Eriksson new challenge

Nov 05, 2018 - 6:54 PM

Will the renowned former England mentor Sven-Göran Eriksson be the key to the Azkals' Suzuki Cup glory?

FRESH CHALLENGE. (from left to right) Azkals advertising manager Melchor "Jun" Miras, head coach Sven-Göran Eriksson, team manager Dan Palami and senior advisor Scott Cooper. Photo by Beatrice Go/Rappler

Azkals: Reflections on another international window

Oct 15, 2018 - 6:58 PM

The Philippines draws Oman a week after impressing in Bangladesh

DEADLOCK. The Philippine Azkals eke out a draw against world No. 85 Oman. Photo from PFF's official website (pff.org.ph)


Young aces strengthen Azkals' arsenal for Asian Cup

Sep 28, 2018 - 10:36 AM

Expect new faces to join the Philippine Azkals as Asian Cup preparations go full throttle

NEW-LOOK. The Philippine Azkals will be composed of a mix of veteran players and new faces. Photo by Glen Charles Lopez/ Philippine Football Federation

LOOK: PH reaches highest FIFA men's football ranking in history

Apr 12, 2018 - 7:02 PM

From being ranked 191 in 2005, the Azkals clinched the 113 spot in the world rankings this April

113. The Philippine Azkals jump 9 positions higher due to their glorious run in March 2018. Photo by Glen Charles Lopez/ Philippine Football Federation

Younghusbands encourage positivity for Azkals' Asian Cup run, PH football growth

Apr 11, 2018 - 2:39 PM

The Younghusbands are confident of the Azkals’ chances in this year’s Suzuki Cup in preparation for the Asian Cup

OPTIMISTIC. After years in the Philippines, Phil and James Younghusband want to achieve more with the Azkals and for Philippine football. Photo by Glen Charles Lopez/Philippine Football Federation

Rappler Talk Sports: Younghusband brothers on Azkals' Asian Cup berth

Apr 06, 2018 - 2:09 PM

Brothers Phil and James Younghusband drop by the Rappler office to share their thoughts on this culminating experience as veterans of the Philippine Azkals

Azkals move forward with possible new recruits, 'bayanihan' initiatives – Palami

Apr 03, 2018 - 4:16 PM

The Azkals will need the full support of their 12th man on their road to the Asian Cup UAE 2019

FULL THROTTLE. Azkals team manager Dan Palami proposes plans for the year in preparation for the Asian Cup. Photo by Glen Charles Lopez/ Philippine Football Federation

Tougher tasks, bigger assignments lined up for Philippine Azkals

Mar 29, 2018 - 12:13 PM

The Filipino football fans are in love again with the Philippine Azkals, and more wins will keep that passion burning

SWEET VICTORY. Philippine Azkals celebrate 2-1 win over Tajikistan which clinched the country's first-ever ticket to the elite Asian AFC Cup.  Photo by Glen Charles Lopez/ Philippine Football Federation

No decision yet on Dooley's contract according to Azkals manager Palami

Mar 28, 2018 - 4:02 PM

Dooley's contract expired after the Tajikistan match

QUESTIONS. Azkals head coach Thomas Dooley (L) in the post-match press conference with 'Man of the match' Kevin Ingreso (R). Photo courtesy of Glen Charles Lopez/Philippine Football Federation

Phil Younghusband hopes Azkals' barging to Asian Cup will be 'catalyst' for PH football

Mar 28, 2018 - 1:05 PM

Hopefully, the events of that magical night – qualifying to the AFC Asian Cup, his 50th goal, the win over Tajikistan, the huge crowd – would lift Philippine football to new heights

3 BIRDS WITH ONE STONE. Aside from the victory and the Asian Cup, Phil Younghusband's game-winning goal is his 50th international goal for the Philippines. Photo courtesy of Glen Charles Lopez/Philippine Football Federation

Philippines 2, Tajikistan 1: Postgame thoughts on a perfect night for Pinoy football

Mar 28, 2018 - 10:48 AM

Two inspirational defenders and a large and passionate crowd helped book the Azkals' ticket to the AFC Asian Cup

PERFECT NIGHT. The Philippines celebrates the Azkals' qualification to the AFC Asian Cup. Photo by Jerrick Reymarc/Rappler

Philippine Azkals clinch historic Asian Cup berth

Mar 27, 2018 - 9:25 PM

Phil Younghusband's 50th international goal for the Philippines catapults the Azkals to the 2019 UAE Asian Cup

HISTORY. The Philippine Azkals finally make it to Asian Cup for the first time. Photo by Jerrick Reymarc/Rappler

Azkals survive late scare in friendly win over Fiji

Mar 22, 2018 - 9:28 PM

This friendly will prepare the Azkals for Tuesday's match AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

FRIENDLY. The Azkals warm up for their AFC Asian Cup Qualifier with a friendly against Fiji. Photo by the Philippine Football Federation

PH to host international friendly match with Fiji

Feb 21, 2018 - 12:07 PM

This will be the second time the Azkals will play against a team from the Oceania Football Confederation

TUNE-UP. The friendly serves a tune-up game for the Azkals' AFC Asian Cup Qualifier match against Tajikistan. Photo from the PFF