Alas Pilipinas Aims for International Podium Finish
Alas Pilipinas, on its best AVC run in 63 years, is determined to secure its first international podium finish in almost two decades. The team faces a Challenge Cup rematch with Australia.
Quick Turnaround for Alas Pilipinas
After a defeat by Kazakhstan in the knockout semifinal, Alas Pilipinas has a short turnaround to face Australia in the bronze-medal match. The host nation, playing its sixth match in seven days, must manage its tired roster.
Key Players to Watch
Players like Jia de Guzman, Angel Canino, Eya Laure, and Sisi Rondina are crucial for Alas Pilipinas, with 19-year-old Arah Panique stepping up with a standout performance in the previous match.
Vanie Gandler and Faith Nisperos, along with Panique, will be instrumental in pivotal moments of the game against Australia.
Historic Opportunity for the Philippines
While already achieving its best finish in AVC history, the Philippines aims to break a 19-year podium drought in international competitions. The last podium finish was at the 2005 Southeast Asian Games.
The match against Australia will determine if Alas Pilipinas can secure a historic victory or if the Aussies will seek revenge.
The game is scheduled for 4 pm, preceding the Vietnam vs Kazakhstan gold-medal match.
