In a fight for a podium finish, Alas Pilipinas Women target a breakthrough win in the 2025 SEA V.League as they close Leg 1 of the tournament against Indonesia.
Still searching for their first win, Alas Pilipinas aim to close out the opening leg of the 2025 Southeast Asian Volleyball League (SEA V.League) with a morale-boosting victory as they face fellow winless squad Indonesia on Sunday, August 3.
Game time is at 2:30 p.m. (PH time) in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.
The Filipinas once again showed flashes of promise despite falling short against Vietnam, 13-25, 21-25, 25-23, 9-25 on Saturday.
After a slow start, Alas fought back to steal the third set behind clutch plays from Eya Laure, Vanie Gandler, and Dell Palomata, offering a glimpse of their potential against the world’s 24th-ranked team.
But Vietnam responded with a dominant fourth frame, showcasing its world-class depth and composure behind standouts Bich Tuyen and Thanh Thuy, who spearheaded a blistering finish that overwhelmed the Filipinas.
Now, Alas turns its attention to a matchup against Indonesia in what is expected to be a closely contested battle between two sides desperate to end the leg on a winning note.
Both squads head into the final day of Leg 1 with identical 0-2 records, and the outcome could set the tone for their campaigns leading into next leg and maybe even the Southeast Asian Games later this year.
With the likes of Angel Canino, Bella Belen, and team captain Jia de Guzman anchoring the lineup, head coach Jorge de Brito will be banking on improved execution and steadier floor defense to secure a much-needed win for a podium finish.
The team has shown growth in spurts, but Sunday’s clash offers the chance to turn those flashes into a full-match breakthrough.
(With reports from Jan Ballesteros)
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