POC president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino expresses confidence that Gilas Pilipinas can retain its Southeast Asian Games title despite the absence of naturalized players, starting their campaign against Malaysia and Vietnam.
![Manuel Lasangue-2 - Manuel Lasangue of the Philippines is challenged by Vietnam's defense during their handball match against Vietnam on December 08, 2025 at the Indoor Athletics Stadium in Pattaya, Chonburi province, Thailand. [POC Media Pool photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Handball-Manuel-Lasangue-2-400x200.jpg)
The Philippines men’s handball team showed resilience in a 25-27 loss to Vietnam in its SEA Games opener, raising hopes for a medal as the squad prepares for upcoming Group A matches.
![Team Philippines struggles to break Thailand’s defense in the SEAG polo semifinals. [POC Media Pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG_2328-400x200.jpeg)
The Philippine polo team suffered a 1.5-11 loss to host Thailand in the mixed 2-4 goals semifinals but will still compete for the bronze medal at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games.
![Clarence Caasalan delivers a dominant start to shut down Malaysia. (POC Media Pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/SEAG-Baseball-Clarance-Caasalan-15-0917-400x200.jpg)
The Philippines stayed perfect in the SEA Games men’s baseball tournament after overwhelming Malaysia in a mercy-rule win at Queen Sirikit Baseball Stadium.
![Philippine Olympic Committee president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino [POC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/cong-b-400x200.jpg)
The Philippines enters the 33rd SEA Games with a historic delegation, eyeing another top-five finish as the region gathers in Bangkok and Chonburi for 11 days of competition.
![Brazil celebrates its historic triumph after securing the first FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup title. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ESP-vs-BRA-4968-400x200.jpg)
Brazil delivered a flawless campaign in Pasig, overwhelming Portugal to claim the inaugural FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup before a roaring PhilSports Arena crowd on Sunday.
![From a 14-point deficit to a thrilling comeback, Rain or Shine proves grit beats cold shooting in the PBA Philippine Cup. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PBA-IMAGES1035-400x200.jpg)
Rain or Shine overcame shooting struggles to defeat Converge, 90-84, and take the solo lead in the PBA Philippine Cup behind a gritty team effort.
![Zav Lucero powers through NLEX defenders during his strong double-double outing. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PBA-IMAGES542-400x200.jpg)
Magnolia regained its footing in the PBA Philippine Cup after outlasting NLEX behind a disciplined, balanced performance at the Ynares Center.
![Jason Perkins powers through the lane during Phoenix’s win in the PBA Philippine Cup. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PBA-IMAGES1520-400x200.jpg)
Phoenix leaned on Jason Perkins and Ricci Rivero to turn back Blackwater in Antipolo, tightening the race for the remaining PBA Philippine Cup playoff spots.
![Two unbeaten giants collide tonight as Brazil and Portugal battle for the first FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup crown. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ESP-vs-BRA-4896-400x200.jpeg)
Brazil and Portugal collide for the inaugural FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup crown as two undefeated sides enter a high-stakes championship duel at PhilSports Arena on Sunday.