MANILA (22 Oct 2011) – Despite being drawn into what was termed as a ‘favourable’ draw’, Philippines national Under-23 team manager Dan Palami said that there is no room for complacency and that the squad must work harder to make their presence felt. The draw for the much-anticipated men’s football event at the 26th edition…
DILI (22 Oct 2011) – FIFA president Sepp Blatter went on the offensive yesterday, hoping his new anti-corruption drive will ease the pressure on his scandal-hit organisation and bring transparency into the world body. Blatter (pix), who won an election battle to see off former Asian football supremo Mohamed Bin Hammam earlier this year, said…
VIENTIANE (21 Oct 2011) – Thailand recovered from a goal down to defeat Myanmar 3-1 to win Group B at the Chao Anouvong Stadium as ten-women Philippines battled to a 2-2 draw in the other tie at the National Stadium of the AFF Women’s Championship 2011. Myanmar led 1-0 at the break but Thailand blasted…
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (21 Oct 2011) – Brunei are looking forward to their first game against Timor Leste on 5 November – marking their return to the biennial championship after ten years. The last time the Sultanate side took part at the SEA Games was back in 2001 in Kuala Lumpur. Brunei, who only had…
JAKARTA (21 Oct 2011) – The draw for both men and women’s Futsal are as follows. With only six teams taking part in the men’s event which will be held in Cibubur, they are divided into two groups. 2011 SEA GAMES GROUPINGS Group A: Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam Group B: Malaysia, Thailand, Myanmar For the women’s…
VIENTIANE (20 Oct 2011) – Vietnam emerged as Group A winners following their 14-0 thrashing of Indonesia while Laos took the runners-up spot after beating Singapore 5-0 in the final group match of the AFF Women’s Championship 2011. The outstanding player in today’s match was Laos striker Souphavanh Phyavnah nailed personal best with four goals.…