25.07.2025
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Philippines U-23 coach rejects underdog status ahead of semifinal against Vietnam

Jimmy Dong
Jimmy Dong
Philippines U-23 coach rejects underdog status ahead of semifinal against Vietnam

Garrath McPherson, the Philippines U-23 national team coach, dismisses the notion of his team being underdogs ahead of the ASEAN Cup U-23 2025 semifinal against Vietnam at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium, Jakarta.

Vietnam — who qualified for the semifinals with a perfect record in Group B — will face the Philippines who advanced as the best runner-up with two wins and one loss.

Despite losing to Indonesia in the group stage, McPherson’s team managed to put up fierce resistance — their defeat only came through an own goal.

“We’ve proven our capability by reaching the semifinals, but we won’t stop here,” McPherson asserted.

The semifinal match between the Philippines and Vietnam will take place tomorrow at 16:00 WIB at SUGBK Jakarta.

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