Azkals Go Down 0-1!

The unthinkable has happened. Sri Lanka scores first on a beautiful direct kick.

Azkals Vs Brave Reds: 20th Minute

Two great chances for the Philippines, one, a curving ball by Phil Younghusband that was caught by the Reds goalie and a cross that Phil Younghusband sent wide.

There was a near fight too, as Phil Younghusband was brought down by a clumsy challenge and then the Red feigned an injury. James Younghusband lost his temper and got a yellow card, as well as Manny Ott.

Sri Lanka had a golden opportunity to score on an open goal but they sent it over the bar.

Azkals Vs Brave Reds: 5th Minute

We may have underestimated Sri Lanka. They are definitely the more aggressive team and the Azkals are struggling to keep up.

First real chance comes courtesy of Sri Lanka, a header from a cross that went straight to Etheridge.

Azkals Vs Brave Reds About To Start!

We're 5 minutes away from the kick off. I expect nothing less than dominance from the Azkals. Keep tuned to the Sportster as I bring you updates every 10-15minutes (or whenever something notable happens)

Let's go Azkals!

Lebron The Anti-King - Quinito Henson

Quinito Henson is one of my idols. This is his article on Lebron James. All I can say is...When I grow up, I want to be just like Quinito!

Read his column here.

Five Keys For The Azkals To Win.

Today, the Azkals take their first step in rewriting Philippine football history. A win today in Sri Lanka would almost certainly put the Azkals into the second round of the World Cup qualifiers, a stage we have never set foot on.

But for that to happen, we need to see these five things:
A DOMINANT ANGEL GUIRADO.  The Fil-Spanish midfielder has turned into the offensive linchpin for the Azkals. Azkal observers have noted the shift in offensive responsibilities, as Guirado slowly became the playmaker of the Azkals. His size, speed and skill have caused defenders to key in to him, freeing up the other players like the Younghusbands, Caligdong and Araneta. He may not be scoring a lot but he is certainly assisting on a lot of goals.