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The Star
29-07-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Filipino Aguinaldo ready to strengthen Brunei's backline
PETALING JAYA: Six years ago, Filipino centreback Amani Aguinaldo ( pic ) left a lasting impression in the Malaysian Super League with his tenacious performances for now-defunct PKNP, even as the team suffered relegation. His aggressive, no-nonsense defending caught the eye of many, and it wasn't long before Malaysian clubs came calling. However, instead of staying put, Aguinaldo opted for a new challenge in Thailand. Over the next few years, he became a familiar face in Thai football, turning out for clubs like Trat (2020-2021 and 2023-2024), Nongbua Pitchaya (2021-2022), Nakhon Ratchasima (2022-2023), and PTT Rayong (2024-2025). Now, the 30-year-old is back in the Malaysian top flight, this time with guest team Brunei. Under the guidance of English coach Jamie McAllister, Aguinaldo is expected to anchor the defence and bring leadership to the backline. Having been with the team for over two weeks, Aguinaldo is already settling in well and embracing the challenge ahead. 'It's been a good experience so far, and I'm happy to be here,' said Aguinaldo, who boasts 67 international caps for the Philippines. 'As a footballer, I'm always looking to grow, and Brunei have given me a great platform to do that. 'The set-up is professional, the standards are high, and the players are motivated. It's the perfect environment for a team looking to achieve something.' 'My role is simple: give my best every day, whether in training or matches. I want to help the team grow and succeed together,' he added. Alongside Aguinaldo, Brunei have included Brazilian centreback Jordan Rodrigues, goalkeeper Michel Dos Santos, and midfielder Kaio Santos; Macedonian goalkeeper Kristijan Naumovski, Portuguese midfielder Miguel Oliveira, Indonesian striker Ramadhan Sananta, and Ghanaian midfielder Prosper Boakye.
GMA Network
29-05-2025
- Sport
- GMA Network
Sandro Reyes, Amani Aguinaldo, ASEAN All-Stars beat Man Utd in Malaysian friendly
Soccer Football - Friendly - ASEAN All Star v Manchester United - Bukit Jalil National Stadium, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - May 28, 2025 Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo in action with ASEAN All Star's Amani Aguinaldo REUTERS/Hasnoor Hussain The ASEAN All-Stars, including the Philippines' Sandro Reyes and Amani Aguinaldo, defeated Manchester United, 1-0, in the Maybank Malaysia Challenge Cup on Wednesday at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Reyes and Aguinaldo started for the squad which included other Southeast Asian players such as Patiwat Khammal of Thailand, Declan Meng and Ezekiel Aguero of Malaysia, and Maung Maung Lwin of Myanmar who scored the lone goal at the 71st minute. Reyes took to social media his feelings after the match. "A boy from Manila winning against Manchester United in front of 70,000 fans. But we keep dreaming for more," Reyes wrote on the caption of his post. 'I'm happy and grateful to be selected and to be given such a great opportunity,' Aguinaldo previously said. The two will fly soon to Manila for the upcoming window of the AFC Asian Cup Qualifier where the Philippines will take on Tajikistan on June 10. Manchester United, 20-time English Champions and three-time European Champions, will then head to Hong Kong for the next stop of their tour in Asia. —JKC, GMA Integrated News
