John Gutierrez - Philippine Football Federation

August 5, 2026

PFF supports FIFA, Pres. Infantino

The Philippine Football Federation (PFF) believes developing football nations need stronger financial and technical support, and we welcome any serious effort to provide it. We respect the views of UEFA, CONCACAF, the AFC, and fellow Member Associations that proposals of…

July 25, 2026

PFF, PSC launches historic first-ever AFC Pro Diploma Coaching Course

The Philippine Football Federation (PFF), with support from the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) has reached another milestone in the professionalization of football coaching with the launch of the country's first-ever AFC Pro Diploma Coaching Course, marking a new era…

July 25, 2026

A century of football ties: Spain’s World Cup win inspires PFF’s direction

The Philippine Football Federation (PFF) congratulates Spain on capturing the 2026 FIFA World Cup, capping a remarkable campaign with a disciplined 1-0 victory over defending champions Argentina in the final. Spain's triumph showcased the hallmarks of its football identity—collective…

July 6, 2026

PSC, PFF honor football legend Eddie Pacheco in 2026 PH Sports Hall of Fame

The Philippine Football Federation (PFF) joined the nation in celebrating the life and extraordinary legacy of the late Eduardo "Eddie" Pacheco on June 20, as the Filipino football pioneer was inducted into the Philippine Sports Hall of Fame Class…

July 3, 2026

Torcaso: Filipinas to be fully prepared in 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup

Philippine women's national football team head coach Mark Torcaso has outlined a strategic preparation campaign for the Filipinas' return to the FIFA Women's World Cup, one that will take the team across four continents leading to June 2027 as…

June 5, 2026

PFF hails Neil Etheridge as he retires from national duties

The final whistle has sounded on one of the greatest national team careers in Philippine football history. Neil Leonard Dula Etheridge, the goalkeeper and captain who helped radically transform the fortunes of Philippine football and inspired an entire generation…

May 27, 2026

8v8 football makes landmark debut in 2026 Palarong Pambansa

PROSPERIDAD — History was made on the pitches of Agusan del Sur when the first-ever 8-versus-8 elementary boys' football competition kicked off at the 2026 Palarong Pambansa on May 22, a watershed moment years in the making and the…

May 23, 2026

PFF push for Tovar, Harrison, Hansen to join Filipinas begins in Congress

The Philippine Football Federation (PFF) welcomed a major step forward in the nationality process of Filipina heritage standouts Emma Tovar, Nya Harrison, and Kaela Hansen after their applications were tackled by the Committee on Youth and Sports Development of…

May 19, 2026

PFF Futsaliga caps 1st season with grand finale

The inaugural season of PFF Futsaliga, presented by the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), concluded in spectacular fashion on May 17 at the Philsports Arena as grassroots futsal in the Philippines reached unprecedented heights following the nation’s successful hosting of…

May 14, 2026

PFF to gain from FIFA, AFC Congresses’ inclusive growth push

VANCOUVER — The Philippine Football Federation (PFF) joined football’s global family at two landmark gatherings in Vancouver, Canada — the 36th Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Congress on April 28 and the 76th FIFA Ordinary Congress on April 30, 2026…

May 6, 2026

NCRFA crowned champs of PFF U16 National Boys’ Championship with dominant 4-0 final

BAGO CITY — The National Capital Region Football Association (NCRFA) claimed the first-ever title of the 2026 PFF U16 National Boys’ Championship, defeating Iloilo-Guimaras Regional Football Association (IGRFA), 4-0, in the final on Wednesday, May 6, at the Manuel…

April 15, 2026

PFF Charts Future of Grassroots at FIFA Amateur Football Environment Analysis Presentation

In a landmark gathering aimed at reshaping the landscape of local football, the Philippine Football Federation (PFF) hosted the FIFA Amateur Football Environment Analysis Presentation on March 16 in Pasig City. The seminar brought together Philippine football coaches, managers,…