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Filipinas’ next goal: Asian Cup in Australia
The Filipinas are aiming to leverage their historic Southeast Asian Games championship as a springboard for future successes in international football.
After clinching the SEA Games gold, the team's next major challenge is the AFC Women's Asian Cup in Australia next March, which also serves as a qualifier for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Coach Mark Torcaso expressed pride in the team's performance and emphasized the importance of enjoying the SEA Games victory before shifting focus to the upcoming Asian Cup.
Torcaso believes the team's discipline and skill demonstrated in the SEA Games can be replicated against strong opponents in the Asian Cup, potentially leading to another World Cup appearance.
To advance in the Asian Cup, the Filipinas must secure a top-two finish in their group against Australia, South Korea, and Iran to reach the quarterfinals, with the potential to qualify for the World Cup directly or through play-in matches.
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