The Philippine Football Federation and football community have paid tribute to Neil Etheridge following his retirement from international football, honoring his 18-year legacy with the national team.
Filinvest Land and the Philippine Football Federation have officially broken ground on the Iloilo Centrale Football Pitch, a major sports facility aimed at supporting grassroots football and active community living in Iloilo.
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The Filipinas aim to compete and advance in the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup as the PFF outlines a structured preparation plan under coach Mark Torcaso.
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Philippine football reached new ground in 2025 with historic tournament successes, global hosting duties and steady gains across women’s, men’s and youth programs.
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The Philippines’ staging of the inaugural FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup 2025 highlighted not only world-class hosting, but a nationwide show of unity, leadership, and long-term commitment to women’s football.
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FIFA president Gianni Infantino praised the Philippines for delivering a historic and “fantastic” staging of the first FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup.