Zamboanga Football Club Academy

Our First International Goal! ⚽🇵🇭

As the road to the 2026 World Cup continues to inspire footballers around the world, we would like to share a special milestone in our academy’s journey, our first-ever international goal, scored by our very own Co-Captain, Andrew!

The sun was blazing, adrenaline was high, and the pressure was building. Trailing 3–0 in our very first international match against Thailand’s LAEMCHABANG FC, our young lads refused to give up. They continued to battle with determination, courage, and heart. Their relentless attacking pressure forced the opposition to foul one of our strikers, earning us a free kick approximately 30 feet from goal.

With remarkable composure, Co-Captain Andrew stepped up, sized up the opposition, and delivered a cR7-style free kick. The ball rocketed into the net like a bullet, leaving everyone in awe, including the Thai spectators!

It was a historic moment for the team and a goal that will forever be remembered as the first international goal in our academy’s history.

Congratulations, Andrew! Keep making us proud and continue inspiring your teammates. Heads up and always stay grounded. ⚽🔥🇵🇭

SAWADEEKA! See you next year Thailand!

History Made. Lessons Learned. Dreams Expanded.

As the first club from Zamboanga to join an international football league, this journey has been more than just competing against teams from different countries, it has been a milestone for our players, coaches, and the entire Zamboanga football community.

Our first international league taught us many valuable lessons. We learned that football is played with the same passion everywhere, but success at the international level demands greater discipline, consistency, preparation, and teamwork. Every match challenged us to raise our standards, adapt to different styles of play, and embrace the intensity of competing beyond our borders.

More importantly, this experience showed our young athletes what is possible. It opened their eyes to new opportunities, strengthened their confidence, and inspired them to dream bigger. We discovered that talent from Zamboanga can compete on the international stage when matched with hard work, dedication, and the right mindset.

While the results on the field matter, the greatest victory was the knowledge and experience we gained. We return home stronger, wiser, and more motivated than ever to continue developing the next generation of footballers.

Thank you to our players, coaches, parents, supporters, and partners who believed in this journey. Together, we are proving that Zamboanga football belongs on the international stage.

One club. One city. One dream. The journey continues.

!siPuede!

International Football League (Day 2 - Album E)

Exhausted, but our hearts refuse to quit.

Our first international matches gave us valuable lessons. Thailand is a strong team, but we know we're not far behind. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn, improve, and grow.

Zamboanga, VAMOS!

!SiPuede!

International Football League (Day 2 - Album D)

Exhausted, but our hearts refuse to quit.

Our first international matches gave us valuable lessons. Thailand is a strong team, but we know we're not far behind. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn, improve, and grow.

Zamboanga, VAMOS!

!SiPuede!

International Football League (Day 2 - Album C)

Exhausted, but our hearts refuse to quit.

Our first international matches gave us valuable lessons. Thailand is a strong team, but we know we're not far behind. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn, improve, and grow.

Zamboanga, VAMOS!

!SiPuede!

International Football League (Day 2 - Album B)

Exhausted, but our hearts refuse to quit.

Our first international matches gave us valuable lessons. Thailand is a strong team, but we know we're not far behind. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn, improve, and grow.

Zamboanga, VAMOS!

!SiPuede!

International Football League (Day 2 - Album A)

Exhausted, but our hearts refuse to quit.

Our first international matches gave us valuable lessons. Thailand is a strong team, but we know we're not far behind. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn, improve, and grow.

Zamboanga, VAMOS!

!SiPuede!