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    Stajcic, PWNT reunite in US camp ahead of New Zealand friendly

    Filipinas are back in the grind
    Aug 31, 2022
    Philippine women's national team football pwnt

    THE Philippine women’s football team has started its build-up for the next Fifa international window through a training camp in Irvine, California.

    Head coach Alen Stajcic reunited with the 27 players in training camp ahead of a match against world No. 22 New Zealand at the Cal State Fullerton Titan Stadium on September 6 (September 7, Philippine time).

    World Cup buildup

    “We’ve been looking forward to this camp after a memorable and unforgettable AFF campaign,” said Stajcic.

    The friendly is also part of the PWNT's preparation for the 2023 Fifa Women’s World Cup which incidentally will be co-hosted by New Zealand and Australia.

    “The match against New Zealand ranked No. 22 in the world will provide stern competition and build on the experience we have in the team,” said Stajcic.

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      The Filipinas are coming off their conquest of the AFF Women’s Championship, their first in the regional tournament.

      “We have five new players set to come in as we look to further strengthen the team and increase depth leading into 2023,” said Stajcic.

      Team manager Jefferson Cheng said the training camp is a way for the team to continuously improve for the World Cup.

      “We know there is plenty of work ahead of us if we want to be competitive in the World Cup,” said Cheng.

      “Overseas camps and arranging matches are always challenging. But this is something that needs to be done for the team’s improvement. Our journey requires sacrifice from the players and the staff and the cooperation of everyone involved in our organization,” said Cheng.

      Philippine Football Federation president Mariano Araneta thanked Cheng while also lauding the dedication of the Filipinas in the camp.

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