The Philippine women”s national football team delivered a stunning performance on Sunday night, overcoming Thailand in a thrilling semifinal match of the 2025 Southeast Asian Games. The match took place at Chonburi Stadium in Chonburi, where the Filipinas triumphed 4-2 in a penalty shootout after 120 minutes of play failed to produce a winner.
During the tense shootout, all four players from the Philippines who took penalties successfully converted their attempts. Skipper Hali Long made her 100th appearance for the national team and sealed the victory with the decisive penalty kick that brought the final tally to 4-2.
On the other side, Waeengoen Orapin had the chance to keep Thailand”s hopes alive but faltered, sending her shot soaring over the crossbar, which confirmed the Filipinas” place in the gold medal match.
This victory not only marks a significant achievement for the Philippine team but also adds to the growing prestige of women”s football in the region. As they prepare for the final, the Filipinas will look to capitalize on this momentum and make history by claiming the gold medal.
