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This page is a quick snapshot of the status of Australian Football in Philippines. For further information, browse our news items or use the search facility. If you wish to contact football officials from the country, please search our site for links to their leagues or clubs, including in our Atlas. If unsuccessful, we can normally assist with putting people in touch.

Approx population (2009):   92 million

National side:   Philippine Eagles

Governing body:   Philippine AFL

Primary contact / link:   Philippine Australian Football League

WFN Census (2004):   30 adults, no juniors.

WFN World Ranking (2008):   not ranked

History:   In 2004 Aussie expats Peter Stone and Derek Ackary organised a kick to kick, which in the following months became small scale games. In 2005 the Philippines hosted the Asian Championships, and the local two team league has stated that they aim to have more and more Filipinos play in future.

Outlook (2010):   After six years the PAFL appears to be struggling to grow beyond two teams, so without a catalyst for change dramatic growth appears unlikely.

Other points of interest:   -

Last Updated: Saturday, July 10 2010 @ 06:25 pm ACST| Hits: 4,150