Azkals rise to highest FIFA Ranking anew

Myke Miravite

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From 133rd in November, the Azkals climb to 127th

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MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine National Football Team climbed to its new highest FIFA World Ranking ever, buoyed by their strong performances over the past few years.

From 133rd in November, the Azkals remain the highest-ranked Southeast Asian squad as they rise to 127th, despite not seeing action in the past month.

In their 9 fixtures this year, the Azkals have won 5 games – against Myanmar, Cambodia, Turkmenistan, Hong Kong, and Pakistan – while dropping 3 before drawing India to a 1-all affair.

The Azkals’ new ranking also placed them 2 notches higher in the Asian Football Confederation, from 19th in November, to 17th in the continent this month.

After strong showings in their tournaments over the past few years – including 2 semifinals appearance in the AFF Suzuki Cup, 2 Peace Cup titles, and a third place finish in the AFC Challenge Cup in 2012 – coach Michael Weiss’ boys are eyeing to win it all in the AFC Challenge Cup next year, to be able to play in the 2015 AFC Asian Cup in Australia – the highest international competition in the confederation.

Iran remains the top Asian team in the rankings at 33rd while Japan, Korea Republic, Australia, and Jordan complete the top 5.

Elsewhere, the overall top 5 remain unchanged with Spain still on top of the World Ranking, while Germany, Argentina, Colombia, and Portugal place 2nd to 5th respectively. – Rappler.com

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