The Philippine men’s national football team achieved a historic 2-1 victory over Thailand on December 27, 2024, marking their first win against the Southeast Asian powerhouse in 52 years.
The match took place at the Rizal Memorial Stadium in Manila during the first leg of the semifinals of the Asian 2024 Mitsubishi Electric Cup.
Sandro Reyes opened the scoring in the 21st minute, giving the Philippines an early lead.
This landmark victory has been hailed as a significant milestone in Philippine football history.
The second leg of the semifinals is scheduled for December 31, 2024, where the Philippines will aim to secure their place in the finals.
Source: PhilNews24 | December 28, 2024
