FEU, Beach Hut lead women's play; ADC triumphs in men's division of PFF Futsaliga
At A Glance
- The Herons displayed relentless attacking form in the women's division at the House of Futsal, installing them into the equation for a Final Four spot with Salama earning her third Bootcamp Player of the Match award on Matchday 6 at the Philsports Arena.
ADC's Earl Japeth Pinero (front) outmuscles PWU's Nilo Pesimo, Jr. (rear) for the ball in the battle of undefeated teams in the PFF Futsaliga Mens Division.
Taif Salama led the charge with a five-goal performance to propel University of Makati (UMak) to a 12-1 victory over Forza FC as the race for semifinal berths heats up in the PFF Futsaliga presented by the Philippine Sports Commission.
The Herons displayed relentless attacking form in the women’s division at the House of Futsal, installing them into the equation for a Final Four spot with Salama earning her third Bootcamp Player of the Match award on Matchday 6 at the Philsports Arena.
In a highly anticipated showdown, the Far Eastern University (FEU) Lady Tamaraws and Beach Hut FC played to a 0–0 draw. Despite the stalemate, both teams have secured their places in the Cup semifinals, maintaining their unbeaten records.
The Azkals Development Club, meanwhile, reaffirmed their dominance in the men’s division with a hard-fought 3-2 win over the previously unbeaten Philippine Women’s University (PWU).
Kenzo Chua keyed a strong performance to secure player of the match honors as ADC capitalized on a strong first-half performance, solidifying their status as the only undefeated team in the division.
In other matches, MJ Libre delivered a hat trick that carried Tondo FC to a 7-3 victory over the PUP Radicals in their Manila derby, securing them a second straight win to remain in contention heading into the final matchday.
ADC remains the lone unbeaten team, asserting its Cup bid despite a fierce challenge from PWU. UA&P’s clutch victory over Enderun elevates them into a crucial position in the standings, while Tondo FC’s resurgence ensures a dramatic fight for the final semis slots.
University of Makati claimed its first win of the tournament with a 6–1 victory over Sporting QC with Dyn Rebosura leading the attack.
Rebosura, a transwoman, praised her team, the league, and PSC for providing a safe space for LGBT athletes on the Futsaliga stage.
``Tinitignan talaga kung ano ang skills mo, ano ang contribution mo… ito ang magiging start na hindi lang pala straight ang pwedeng maglaro ng futsal. Ang maganda sa PFF at PSC, di nila jinudge ang gender ko para maging Player of the Match," said Rebosura.
Azzurri SC finally broke through with a crucial 4–3 win over the Philippine Women’s University (PWU) in the women’s division, while ADC also further strengthened its semifinal bid on the distaff side with a 4–2 victory over Enderun College.