Alas Pilipinas hope to break a slump against Thailand in the second leg of the SEA V.League.
Leo Ordiales and Alas Pilipinas are out for redemption as they battle regional powerhouse Thailand in a high-stakes rematch in the SEA V.League Leg 2 on Saturday at the Jakarta International Velodrome.
After Thailand dashed the Philippines’ gold medal hopes in Leg 1 with their win over Cambodia on the last game day, Alas is aiming to finally break through against their longtime rivals and keep their hopes of a podium finish alive.
With the final standings still in flux, every point matters — and Friday’s showdown looms as a crucial swing game.
Alas is coming off a morale-boosting victory over Cambodia and is now targeting back-to-back wins to build momentum in the final stretch of the tournament.
Leading the charge is Ordiales, who has emerged as a vocal presence and steadying force for the team throughout both legs.
Thailand, meanwhile, is also hungry for a bounce-back win after falling to Vietnam in their previous outing.
Despite the recent loss, the Thais remain a formidable opponent, but Alas believes they are better prepared and more cohesive this time around.
For the Philippines, it’s more than just a rematch — it’s a chance to prove they belong among Southeast Asia’s elite and to inch closer to the SEA V.League podium.
(With reports from Luisa Morales)
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