Davao Aguilas FC Tests its Mettle Against Ilocos United FC, Keeps a Clean Sheet with a Score of 2-0

COACH MARO SAYS FANS GAVE THEM STRENGTH AND FIRE TO WIN THE MATCH

16 OCTOBER 2017 - TAGUM CITY, DAVAO DEL NORTE: Davao Aguilas FC tested its mettle against PFL’s last placer, Ilocos United FC, at its home pitch in Tagum City, Davao del Norte last Sunday.  

The Aguilas players kept a clean sheet and earned two goals, courtesy of Harrison Sawyer in the 24th minute and James Younghusband on the 65th minute.

Head Coach Marlon Maro says, “We are happy with the win.  I guess the week-long break gave us a lot of elbow room to do the adjustments, and develop our style of play.  I am very satisfied that in the end, we ended up winning.”

Maro continues, “We would like to thank the more than 4,500 fans as well for coming.  The fans gave us both the strength and the fire to win this match.”

This weekend’s win gives Davao Aguilas FC a total of 11 points, while Ilocos United FC, which is still on the last place, has a total of 7 points.

Both teams face off against each other once again on Wednesday, October 18, 2017, in Bantay, Ilocos Sur.

For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial. 

ABOUT DAVAO AGUILAS FC (DAFC):

Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC), was established earlier this year as a professional football club, based out of Tagum, Davao del Norte, in Mindanao.  Its mission is to help develop football in Davao and the entire region.

The coaching staff is headed by Marlon Maro, while DAFC’s Chairman is Jefferson Cheng.

The club’s lead sponsor is San Miguel Corporation (SMC).  Other club partners include Tapa King, Roadhouse Cafe, City Mall Davao and PAGGS Lounge.

Expect more from Davao Aguilas FC as they take part in Philippines Football League (PFL) this season!

For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/DAFCofficial.