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Filipinas aim for title defense in ASEAN Women's Championship with eyes still on bigger picture
The Philippine Women's National Football Team, the Filipinas, will defend their ASEAN Women's Championship title in Vietnam from August 7 to 19.
Several key veterans like Sarina Bolden (ACL injury), Katrina Guillou, Sara Eggesvik, and Meryll Serrano are absent due to injury or club commitments.
This has led to a 'new-look' squad featuring seven debutants, with coach Mark Torcaso aiming to test the team's depth and provide valuable experience for younger players.
The Filipinas are grouped with the Australian U-23 team, Myanmar, and Timor-Leste in Group B.
Coach Torcaso views this tournament as preparation for the AFC Women's Asian Cup and a potential slot in the FIFA Women's World Cup, stating, "I think if we focus on ourselves, I think we can go to another World Cup."
The team is determined to retain the championship title they won in 2022.
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