Philippine Azkals fails to win against Singapore Lions

Manila, Philippines - Philippine Azkals lost to Singapore Lions who has already 2 wins in a friendly match at the Jalan Besar Stadium last Friday.

The visiting Azkals managed to hold the Lions goalless in the first half, but were caught flatfooted by their foes' attacks in the second period. Shaiful Esah of Singapore gave the Lions a 1-0 lead through a deflected long-range strike in the 50th minute of the game.

The hosts' veteran striker Aleksandar Duric, who has scored more than 300 goals in the S.League, increased Singapore's lead in a counterattack blitz goal in the 64th minute.

The Azkals had several chances at the goal in the first half, with Chieffy Caligdong and Phil Younghusband nearly scoring for the Philippine squad. Caligdong's goal in the 13th minute was disallowed as the winger was offside, while Younghusband’s free kick was just inches from the goal.

Singapore is currently ranked 136th in the world, while the Philippines is rated No. 166.

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