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dxjayrock20082
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Studio 23 will air the game tonight at 8:00 PM.
Good news for those who don't have cable or satellite tv.
Good news for those who don't have cable or satellite tv.
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webuyube2
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Studio 23 will air the game tonight at 8:00 PM.
are you sure sir? where did you get this info?
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webuyube2
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we don't have ESPN kasi
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bognut2
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i don't know about the luneta bus thing... but calisto is right when he said the Azkals has no offensive patterns...
i watched the premiere league and the way they pass the ball i say damn!!
the Azkals would look like kids against those teams...
Azkals a "Ra ra" team but it works in this region anyway. whatever calisto is saying against PH i hope the Azkals get the wins...
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Nerraw03842
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Wow!
As per twitter FB accounts of ABS CBN Sports... studio23 will air the game of Azkals vs Myanmar!
Yahoo!
Sana ginawa din nila to sa Gilas... oh well it only shows ABS CBN has capabilities unlike GMA7. hehe
As per twitter FB accounts of ABS CBN Sports... studio23 will air the game of Azkals vs Myanmar!
Yahoo!
Sana ginawa din nila to sa Gilas... oh well it only shows ABS CBN has capabilities unlike GMA7. hehe
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donmar2
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If you know football.. you'll know the Azkals doesn't have an offensive system... even the youth teams in the Premier League can beat the crap out of the Azkals or any of the teams in the ASEAN region (everyone knows that
)... Calisto is criticizing our style of play as an excuse because his team loss the game... this year's FIFA World Cup was won by a defensive team (Spain) and I don't see Azkals being a defensive team as a problem.. heck, if our Azkals win the Cup as a defensive team then those critics can soak themselves
TrueBluePinoy2
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If you know football.. you'll know the Azkals doesn't have an offensive system... even the youth teams in the Premier League can beat the crap out of the Azkals or any of the teams in the ASEAN region (everyone knows that
Calisto is criticizing our style of play as an excuse because his team loss the game... this year's FIFA World Cup was won by a defensive team (Spain) and I don't see Azkals being a defensive team as a problem.. heck, if our Azkals win the Cup as a defensive team then those critics can soak themselves
Looks like the Pinoy basketball mentality is evident in the football team as well. A poorly structured offense only relying on the individual capability of each player and a bit of luck to score points. But makes it up for in blue-collared style team defense.
TrueBluePinoy2
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President Aquino joins Philippines' fan club
08-Dec-2010
The Philippines have won presidential approval for their performances so far in the AFF Suzuki Cup.
Simon McMenemy's side are on the brink of qualifying for the semi-finals after a glorious 2-0 victory over defending champions Vietnam and a 1-1 draw with Singapore in Group B.
Philippine President Benigno Simeon "Noynoy" Aquino III hailed the exploits of the team in an official statement.
"President Aquino conveys his congratulations to the Philippine team's victory (over Vietnam) at the AFF Suzuki Cup in Vietnam," said presidential spokesman Edwin Lacierda.
He added that sport in the Philippines was better known for its achievements in boxing, including the successes of Manny Pacquiao, but football was now pushing for recognition.
"These victories (in boxing and the recent Asian Games) affirm yet again the Filipino's drive to excel, noting further that the Philippine team's triumph in the AFF Suzuki Cup signifies an enthusiasm to join the community of nations in the international arena of football," said the presidential spokesman.
"The President has expressed his support for sports endeavors where Filipinos excel and bring pride to our country."
A draw against Myanmar in their final Group B game on Wednesday will see the Philippines progress to the last four for the first time in the AFF Suzuki Cup.
http://www.affsuzukicup.com/_webapp_740122/President_Aquino_joins_Philippines'_fan_club
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donmar2
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I'd say its better to have great defense and rely on luck to score goals or earn a draw than having great offense but conceding a lot of goals as well...
of course, having great offense and great defense is a bliss but thats for the big leagues
TrueBluePinoy2
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We deserve to be respected, says Philippines' Gier
08-Dec-2010
Hanoi: Philippines central defender Rob Gier believes he and his teammates have earned the respect of football fans across South East Asia off the back of their surprise performance at this year's AFF Suzuki Cup.
The previously unheralded Filipinos stand on the cusp of qualifying for the semi-finals of the first time in the tournament's 14-year history after drawing with Singapore and a win over defending champions Vietnam.
Those results have left Simon McMenemy's team on top of Group B with the final round of group matches to be played on Wednesday.
The Philippines face Myanmar in Nam Dinh knowing a draw will be enough to take them into the last four at the expensive of either Vietnam or Singapore, two nations that have won the last title three AFF titles between them.
"We've had two fantastic results and for all the coaching staff and Filipinos back home, it has made everyone in South East Asia stand up and recognise what we are doing in the Philippines with regards to football," said the former Wimbledon centre half.
"Certain circles have been a little bit disrespectful to us in our preparation and we hope these two results prove how good we are and hopefully we get a bit more of the respect that we deserve now."
Gier's performance against Vietnam epitomized the spirit within the Philippine camp, the 29-year-old climbing off his sickbed – as did team mate Phil Younghusband – to start against the Vietnamese.
The pair put in an immense amount of work as they saw off a series of relentless attacks from the defending champions before prevailing in what was one of the biggest shocks in the tournament's history.
"I don't really know how I got through the game to be honest," said Gier. "Up to kick off I was feeling pretty bad.
"The importance of the game and the adrenaline of a full house of 40,000 people inspired me to get through it. It was a massive team effort.
"Phil Younghusband was pretty sick before the game too and it was a massive collective effort to get through the game. We are both feeling better but still not 100 percent.
"We'll take time to rest our bodies and recover and make sure we are ready for the big game in a couple of days' time. It's difficult for the team at the minute."
While Sunday's win at the My Dinh Stadium was played out in front of a packed stadium backing the home team, the Philippines' attempt to complete one of the most dramatic performances seen in recent years moves to the provincial city of Nam Dinh.
There, in a match that kicks off at the same time as Vietnam's encounter with Singapore, Gier and company face a Myanmar side that has only pride left to play for after their disappointing showing at the year's tournament.
Gier, who is currently playing for English non-league side Ascot United, is fully aware of the significance of the upcoming clash.
"The Myanmar game is a massive game, even bigger than the Vietnam game because if we don't perform against them then all the hard work will have been for nothing," he says.
"We're just making sure we're focused on the task at hand, making sure we get all the injuries sorted out, making sure the tactics are right and, God willing, we'll prevail against Myanmar."
http://www.affsuzukicup.com/_webapp_740115/We_deserve_to_be_respected,_says_Philippines'_Gier
TrueBluePinoy2
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I'd say its better to have great defense and rely on luck to score goals or earn a draw than having great offense but conceding a lot of goals as well...
of course, having great offense and great defense is a bliss but thats for the big leagues
We really don't need to play fancy football. Just the most effective style that suits us. Kudos to McMenemy for understanding how the Filipino player thinks. Not caring on how we score, just don't let the other team get one over us.
We're considered as "minnows" anyway so I think we can get away with an ugly game.
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donmar2
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We really don't need to play fancy football. Just the most effective style that suits us. Kudos to McMenemy for understanding how the Filipino player thinks. Not caring on how we score, just don't let the other team get one over us.
We're considered as "minnows" anyway so I think we can get away with an ugly game.
Exactly
... just stick to the basics and play effective football.. no fancy footworks or trying to be Ronaldhino.. thats how Spain won the World Cup and that how we should win this AFF Cup...
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weward2
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hehe our football team is bara-bara type..
our "style" pissed the hell out of the vietnamese coach.
"!@#$ bahala na! tira lang ng tira!"
first time that i would be paying attention to a football game like how i pay attention to basketball and pacquiao fights...
before kasi i was just wishing luck that i see a goal scored(coz i haven't seen one during a game.i usually see goal-scored on highlight videos lang...)
game tonight 8pm!
LETS GO AZKALS!
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eindhow2
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If you know football.. you'll know the Azkals doesn't have an offensive system... even the youth teams in the Premier League can beat the crap out of the Azkals or any of the teams in the ASEAN region (everyone knows that
Calisto is criticizing our style of play as an excuse because his team loss the game... this year's FIFA World Cup was won by a defensive team (Spain) and I don't see Azkals being a defensive team as a problem.. heck, if our Azkals win the Cup as a defensive team then those critics can soak themselves
Yeah the Azkals has no particular offensive system but they are passing the ball better than before, where they rely on individual talents to penetrate the defense..
Spain was a defensive team but heck they pass the ball like FC Barcelona..
There is really nothing wrong with the defensive play.. I admit it would be frustrating to face a team like that.. Calisto is just whining..^^
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donmar2
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Spain in the World Cup was basically the FC Barcelona with reinforcements from Real Madrid, the Premier League and other La Liga teams...
TrueBluePinoy2
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Looking ahead next year. What other games will the Azkals play aside from the 2014 World Qualifiers (hopefully they get to compete this time)?
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donmar2
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AFC Challenge Cup (March 2011???).. its a qualifier for the Asian Nations Cup..
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b3lowzro2
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there have been a lot of discussion with the team's moniker "AZKALS" in the PEx, some say that this name would be degrading to the team's image, while others on the other hand argue that it is a proper name for a rag tag team which does wonders without people noticing them.
My take on the issue is that the "Azkals" is a good name for the team, withstanding neglect, they have fought viciously for respect and little by little the is chewing off the traditional powers in Asean football region. Also this team due to that the Askals never gets intimidated, never bows to any other people unlike those pure bred dogs. Plus the fact that the team is composed of Pinoys and Pinoys with foreign lineage makes the team a bit of what an Askal is
Whats your take on this guys?
Bring on the Burmese Pythons, Azkals' rabid bite shall lead us to victory! Animo Pilipinas
My take on the issue is that the "Azkals" is a good name for the team, withstanding neglect, they have fought viciously for respect and little by little the is chewing off the traditional powers in Asean football region. Also this team due to that the Askals never gets intimidated, never bows to any other people unlike those pure bred dogs. Plus the fact that the team is composed of Pinoys and Pinoys with foreign lineage makes the team a bit of what an Askal is
Whats your take on this guys?
Bring on the Burmese Pythons, Azkals' rabid bite shall lead us to victory! Animo Pilipinas
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dxjayrock20082
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there have been a lot of discussion with the team's moniker "AZKALS" in the PEx, some say that this name would be degrading to the team's image, while others on the other hand argue that it is a proper name for a rag tag team which does wonders without people noticing them.
My take on the issue is that the "Azkals" is a good name for the team, withstanding neglect, they have fought viciously for respect and little by little the is chewing off the traditional powers in Asean football region. Also this team due to that the Askals never gets intimidated, never bows to any other people unlike those pure bred dogs. Plus the fact that the team is composed of Pinoys and Pinoys with foreign lineage makes the team a bit of what an Askal is
Whats your take on this guys?
Bring on the Burmese Pythons, Azkals' rabid bite shall lead us to victory! Animo Pilipinas
Burmese Pythons vs Philippine Azkals. Lol.
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semikotne2
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Azkals vs Phytons link please... thanks