By Jonas Terrado
Sarina Bolden scored a hat trick as the Philippines progressed to the semifinals after a 5-0 win over Malaysia in women’s football competitions of the 30th Southeast Asian Games at the Binan Football Stadium in Laguna.
Sarina Bolden celebrates after scoring one of her three goals in the Philippines’ 5-0 win over Malaysia in the 30th Southeast Asian Games women’s football at the Binan Football Stadium in Laguna. (Photo from the Philippine women’s football team)
Bolden delivered in the 25th, 41nd and shortly before the halftime whistle to propel the Malditas to an automatic semis berth after ending its Group A campaign with four points in two matches.
Shai del Campo’s scored in the 39th and Eva Madarang’s struck late in the match to also key coach Let Dimzon’s side strong showing after holding Myanmar to a scoreless draw in Tuesday’s opener.
The only thing that matters now is the Philippines’ placing before the semis, with Myanmar facing Malaysia in the final Group A match on Dec. 2 at the same venue.
The semifinals is set on Dec. 5 at the same venue with the Malditas seeking a first-ever appearance in the gold medal match of the biennial meet.
The Philippines has yet to produce a podium finish in the SEA Games and placed fourth two years ago in Kuala Lumpur.
Source: Manila Bulletin
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