December 05 is National Azkals Day ^^

a year ago today, the Philippine Azkals made history by beating Suzuki Cup champs Vietnam.
thanks to Chris Greatwich @chrisgreatwich, jersey #18, for the inspiring kick that earned the country its first goal of the night. it was sealed later on with another goal by Phil Younghusband @PhilYounghusband. Neil Etheridge also saved a number of almost-goals. but really, it's a team effort. football has always been a team sport.


a year after, the Philippine Azkals played against the LA Galaxy on home turf.
they might've lost but they've come a long way since then.

football isn't a new sport to the Philippines but the team is still a baby compared to other neighboring teams.
it's tough to have most of the players playing for their respective clubs overseas whenever there is a big match coming.
but those who're playing locally, including those half-Pinoys, always give their best to gel w/ one another so that whenever there's a couple or so more other players coming a few days before the match, little adjustments would be made.
or at least that's what the Coach and the staff are always hoping for.
the team still needs more work and they're not giving up until our national team keeps up with our neighbors.

next challenge, 2012 AFC Challenge in Nepal.
Azkals is on Team B with three past challenge cup champs ~
North Korea, India & Tajikistan.


GO AZKALS! WE BELIEVE!


David Beckham wearing a 'We Believe' baller during the match.

PH Azkals V Vietnam, 2010.12.05

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