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Hard Fought CLEAR Dream Match Victory for TEAM James

James Younghusband and his much deserved CLEAR DREAM MATCH Trophy. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

James Younghusband and his much deserved CLEAR DREAM MATCH Trophy. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

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By Jude Bautista

Although it was an exhibition game it was played with as much intensity and ferocity as any international match the AZKALS have played abroad. It was the third and deciding game between Team James and Team Phil Younghusband. An equal amount of AZKALS players were there for each squad reinforced with legends from Manchester United.

Unilever’s head of PR for Personal Care Apples Aberin gives out the medal for TEAM JAMES. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Unilever’s head of PR for Personal Care Apples Aberin gives out the medal for TEAM JAMES. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Andy Cole runs past Paul Schole behind them is Simon Greatwich. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Andy Cole runs past Paul Schole behind them is Simon Greatwich. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Pinoys trooped to the University of Makati Stadium to witness the conclusion along with Manchester United’s Andy Cole and Paul Scholes. Upcoming players that were discovered through the CLEAR grass roots program were also part of the line up.

from left: Phil Younghusband and TEAM JAMES’ Valentine Kama. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Phil Younghusband and TEAM JAMES’ Valentine Kama. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Ticket sales of the CLEAR DREAM MATCH benefitted the Tuloy Foundation founded by DON BOSCO, which aims to help street kids be integrated to mainstream society. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Ticket sales of the CLEAR DREAM MATCH benefitted the Tuloy Foundation founded by DON BOSCO, which aims to help street kids be integrated to mainstream society. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Last April, CLEAR brought Manchester United trainers and coaches and taught 32 up coming players under 20, which were whittled down to 6. They were divided to play in the CLEAR DREAM MATCH as well:  Javier Augstine Gayoso, Miko Mabanag and Yoshiharu Koizumi for TEAM PHIL and Jose Primo Santos, Daniel Gadia and Joseph Diamante for TEAM JAMES.

Ticket sales from the sold out venue also benefitted the Tuloy Foundation, which aims to help street kids be integrated to mainstream society.

Ticket sales of the CLEAR DREAM MATCH benefitted the Tuloy Foundation founded by DON BOSCO, which aims to help street kids be integrated to mainstream society. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Ticket sales of the CLEAR DREAM MATCH benefitted the Tuloy Foundation founded by DON BOSCO, which aims to help street kids be integrated to mainstream society. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Roland Sadia lifts his BEST GOAL KEEPER award and the CLEAR DREAM MATCH Trophy. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Roland Sadia lifts his BEST GOAL KEEPER award and the CLEAR DREAM MATCH Trophy. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Defense and teamwork ruled the first half, as both squads were able to foil attempts for goals. TEAM JAMES’ Roland Sadia was a steady goalkeeper saving goal attempts more than twice. His defense included a free kick from Phil Younghusband. Sadia’s efforts were awarded with the BEST GOAL KEEPER of the Game.

TEAM JAMES’ Goalie Ed Sacapano saves the ball while Player of the game awardee Joaquin Cañas stops himself from landing on him. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM JAMES’ Goalie Ed Sacapano saves the ball while Player of the game awardee Joaquin Cañas stops himself from landing on him. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

(left) TEAM JAMES’ Andy Cole breaks the defense of TEAM PHIL’s Roxy Dorlas. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

(left) TEAM JAMES’ Andy Cole breaks the defense of TEAM PHIL’s Roxy Dorlas. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

The second half was looser offensively. Andy Cole is one of the most prolific scorers ever to wear a Manchester United uniform. We found out why, he had a very close goal attempt off an assist from Misagh Bahadoran but was still unsuccessful. Immediately after that Joaquin Cañas aggressively took the ball closer and scored at the 72nd minute.  Cole was able to break down the defense enough while Cañas took the initiative to score the precious goal for team James.

from left Boy’s Night Out’s Toni Tone and BEST DEFENDER & PLAYER OF THE GAME awardee Joaquin Cañas. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left Boy’s Night Out’s Toni Tone and BEST DEFENDER & PLAYER OF THE GAME awardee Joaquin Cañas. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM PHIL from left: Mark Hartmann and Phil Younghusband wait before the free kick. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM PHIL from left: Mark Hartmann and Phil Younghusband wait before the free kick. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM PHIL from left: Mark Hartmann looks at Phil Younghusband taking the free kick. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM PHIL from left: Mark Hartmann looks at Phil Younghusband taking the free kick. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Team Phil valiantly tried to get back into it. Phil Younghusband himself tried so hard it may have led to an injury. In the last 5 minutes the ball was high in the air Phil tried to keep possession with a header. Unfortunately Reynald Villareal of TEAM James also had the same idea, which, resulted in both players clashing heads. Phil had to be taken out of the game for stitches. While painful, the injury is not expected to affect the future performance of the most famous AZKAL.

Paul Schole of TEAM PHIL measures his kick. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Paul Schole of TEAM PHIL measures his kick. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: TEAM JAMES’ Izzo El Habib and TEAM PHIL’s Simone Rota. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: TEAM JAMES’ Izzo El Habib and TEAM PHIL’s Simone Rota. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM PHIL foreground from right: Simone Rota, Paul Schole, Matthew Hartmann, Roxy Dorlas, Kenshiro Daniels standing from right: Patrick Deyto, Samuel Booney, Phil Younghusband, Chris Greatwich, Andrew Santiago and Mark Hartmann. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM PHIL foreground from right: Simone Rota, Paul Schole, Matthew Hartmann, Roxy Dorlas, Kenshiro Daniels standing from right: Patrick Deyto, Samuel Booney, Phil Younghusband, Chris Greatwich, Andrew Santiago and Mark Hartmann. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

The game ended 1-0 in favor of TEAM James. Most pundits believed that TEAM Phil had the slightly stronger line up. Simone Rota, Kenshiro Daniels, Chris Greatwich were all revelations in the recently concluded AFC Cup. Paul Scholes was also seen as a better all around player than Andy Cole. Long time DLSU Football coach Hans Smit picked TEAM Phil to win but again only with a slight edge.

left: DLSU football coach Hans Smit. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

left: DLSU football coach Hans Smit. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Rivermaya kept the energy high at halftime. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Rivermaya kept the energy high at halftime. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Unilever’s Head of PR for Personal Care Apples Aberin, CLEAR Brand Mgr Andrew Copuyoc, BEST STRIKER awardee Izzo El Habib and Unilever’s VP for Personal Care Gina Lorenzana. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Unilever’s Head of PR for Personal Care Apples Aberin, CLEAR Brand Mgr Andrew Copuyoc, BEST STRIKER awardee Izzo El Habib and Unilever’s VP for Personal Care Gina Lorenzana. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM JAMES, evidently wanted the win more. They swept each of the special awards: Izzo El Habib was the BEST STRIKER, Simon Greatwich earned BEST MIDFIELDER while Joaquin Cañas earned both the BEST DEFENDER award and the BEST PLAYER OF THE GAME.

Simon Greatwich attempts a goal for TEAM JAMES. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Simon Greatwich attempts a goal for TEAM JAMES. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Unilever’s Head of PR for Personal Care Apples Aberin, CLEAR Brand Mgr Andrew Copuyoc, BEST MIDFIELDER awardee Simon Greatwich and Unilever’s VO for Personal Care Gina Lorenzana. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Unilever’s Head of PR for Personal Care Apples Aberin, CLEAR Brand Mgr Andrew Copuyoc, BEST MIDFIELDER awardee Simon Greatwich and Unilever’s VP for Personal Care Gina Lorenzana. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Andy Cole runs past Paul Schole behind them is Simon Greatwich. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Andy Cole runs past Paul Schole behind them is Simon Greatwich. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

The significance of the CLEAR DREAM MATCH is much more than just having a few international professional players in an exhibition here. CLEAR Brand Manager Andrew Copuyoc explained, “We all know basketball is the no.1 sport here in the Philippines but CLEAR will never stop dreaming football will become the most popular sport in this country. I do believe the trilogy especially with the legends from Manchester United has helped CLEAR’s dream to become a reality.”

from right: Unilever’s VP for Personal Care Gina Lorenzana, CLEAR Brand Mgr Andrew Copuyoc, Unilever’s Head of PR for Personal Care Apples Aberin and Bea Lagdameo. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from right: Unilever’s VP for Personal Care Gina Lorenzana, CLEAR Brand Mgr Andrew Copuyoc, Unilever’s Head of PR for Personal Care Apples Aberin and Bea Lagdameo. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

The University of Makati Stadium was sold out. Fans lined up hours before the match. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

The University of Makati Stadium was sold out. Fans lined up hours before the match. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM PHIL’s Paul Schole and TEAM JAMES’ Misagh Bahadoran. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM PHIL’s Paul Schole and TEAM JAMES’ Misagh Bahadoran. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Paul Scholes said it may have been James’ faith in his team that made the difference, “People have been very nice here in the Philippines especially those who’ve looked after us. It’s great to be here. It sucks to lose the game but James was very confident maybe he was right. He railed the referee a bit but they did really well. The first half we had decent chances with the penalty as well. It didn’t quite work out as we planned.  But it was a really enjoyable game and the people are nice here.”

from left: Andy Cole, TV5 reporter Joan Ignacio and James Younghusband. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Andy Cole, TV5 reporter Joan Ignacio and James Younghusband. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: (Referee) Carlie De Murga-DNP, Paul Schole, Phil Younghusband, 2 referees, James Younghusband, Andy Cole, Nate Burkey and referee. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: (Referee) Carlie De Murga-DNP, Paul Schole, Phil Younghusband, 2 referees, James Younghusband, Andy Cole, Nate Burkey and referee. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Chris Greatwich, Paul Schole, CLEAR Brand Mgr Andrew Copuyoc, Andy Cole and James Younghusband. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Chris Greatwich, Paul Schole, CLEAR Brand Mgr Andrew Copuyoc, Andy Cole and James Younghusband. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Chris Greatwich also put the presence of the two Manchester United legends in perspective, “When you have players of this caliber as Phil said is a privilege. We also get to play with our friends. For the Filipino football public it’s such a rush seeing these players in action for this game.”

TEAM JAMES celebrates their goal near fans. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM JAMES celebrates their goal near fans. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM JAMES Players from left: Izzo El Habib, Andy Cole and Simon Greatwich with kids from Tuloy Foundation. Ticket sales of the CLEAR DREAM MATCH benefitted the Tuloy Foundation founded by DON BOSCO, which aims to help street kids be integrated to mainstream society.

TEAM JAMES Players from left: Izzo El Habib, Andy Cole and Simon Greatwich with kids from Tuloy Foundation. Ticket sales of the CLEAR DREAM MATCH benefitted the Tuloy Foundation founded by DON BOSCO, which aims to help street kids be integrated to mainstream society.

James added, “You saw the crowd reaction every time you got him (Andy Cole) the ball. Me and Phil we’ve been lucky enough to hang out with them. These are truly fantastic guys, nice guys really down to earth. If they come back here in the future, just give me a call and I’ll take care of you.”

Paul Schole passes to teammate for TEAM PHIL. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Paul Schole passes to teammate for TEAM PHIL. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: James Younghusband said it was a privilege to play with Man U legend Andy Cole. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: James Younghusband said it was a privilege to play with Man U legend Andy Cole. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Rivermaya kept the energy high at halftime. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Rivermaya kept the energy high at halftime. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: SAM YG of TEAM PHIL and celebrated drummer Jun Boy Leonor THE DAWN. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Ticket sales of the CLEAR DREAM MATCH benefitted the Tuloy Foundation founded by DON BOSCO, which aims to help street kids be integrated to mainstream society. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Ticket sales of the CLEAR DREAM MATCH benefitted the Tuloy Foundation founded by DON BOSCO, which aims to help street kids be integrated to mainstream society. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

James Younghusband is hounded by the media. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

James Younghusband is hounded by the media. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

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TEAM PHIL’s Matthew Hartmann gets inside of TEAM JAMES defense. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM PHIL’s Matthew Hartmann gets inside of TEAM JAMES defense. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM JAMES from left: Izzo El Habib, Simon Geratwich James Younghusband and Joaquin Cañas defend the free kick. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM JAMES from left: Izzo El Habib, Simon Geratwich James Younghusband and Joaquin Cañas defend the free kick. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Carlie De Murga did not suit up for TEAM PHIL because of injury. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Carlie De Murga did not suit up for TEAM PHIL because of injury. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Ticket sales of the CLEAR DREAM MATCH benefitted the Tuloy Foundation founded by DON BOSCO, which aims to help street kids be integrated to mainstream society. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Ticket sales of the CLEAR DREAM MATCH benefitted the Tuloy Foundation founded by DON BOSCO, which aims to help street kids be integrated to mainstream society. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM JAMES standing from left: James Younghusband, Andy Cole, Izzo El Habib, Roland Sadia, Joaquin Cañas and Valentine Kama, foreground from left: Simon Greatwich, Daisuke Sato, Joo Young Lee, OJ Porteria and Anton Del Rosario. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

TEAM JAMES standing from left: James Younghusband, Andy Cole, Izzo El Habib, Roland Sadia, Joaquin Cañas and Valentine Kama, foreground from left: Simon Greatwich, Daisuke Sato, Joo Young Lee, OJ Porteria and Anton Del Rosario. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

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James Younghusband lifts the CEAR DEAM MATCH Trophy after a tough series. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

James Younghusband lifts the CEAR DEAM MATCH Trophy after a tough series. THE CLEAR DREAM MATCH was held at the sold out University of Makati Stadium last June 7, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

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CLEAR Helps Pinoy Football

CLEAR endorsers from left: James and Phil Younghusband at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

CLEAR endorsers from left: James and Phil Younghusband at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

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By Jude Bautista

Immediately after coming from their 2nd place finish in the recently concluded Asian Football Confederation Cup, the AZKALS are already looking forward to the future. AZKALS team leaders Phil Younghusband together with brother James are the two official endorsers of the brand CLEAR from Unilever.

Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

Young amateur footballers from around the country were selected to play with Manchester United legends. Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

Young amateur footballers from around the country were selected to play with Manchester United legends. Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

Phil explained how the company is able to help sports in general, “Unilever, CLEAR they’ve been so supportive of sports, of football. They have programs in basketball in running, in triathlon. In football, they’ve just been so supportive of the sport. Promoting the sport helps promote the people in that sport, helps me James and all of the players. I’m obviously very grateful and I feel very blessed to have the opportunity to just be the face of the products (CLEAR & REXONA). So it’s helped me on a personal level and its helped Philippine Football. They’ve helped Philippine football grow and make me happier than anything.”

Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

Jeman Villanueva shoots Phil Younghusband and Daisuke Sato at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Jeman Villanueva shoots Phil Younghusband and Daisuke Sato at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

The upcoming CLEAR DREAM Match this Saturday June 7, 2014 at the University of Makati Stadium features two former Manchester United players in Paul Scholes and Andy Cole. Scholes has been part of several Manchester United Championship squads and will play for TEAM PHIL. Cole has scoring titles in nearly every year will be in TEAM JAMES.

Pinoy fans were behind their AZKALS through out the AFC Challenge Cup.

Pinoy fans were behind their AZKALS through out the AFC Challenge Cup.

Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

Paul Scholes is the quintessential Manchester United player having played his entire career from 1993 to 2013. He is considered as one of the best midfielders of his generation and is also one of the most colorful personalities as well.

Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

Andy Cole is the second highest goal scorer in Premiere League history with 187. Apart from Manchester United he has also played for Arsenal, Newcastle United, Blackburn Rovers, Fulham, Manchester City. He was also considered as one of the highest paid players in the early 90s.

CLEAR endorsers from left: James and Phil Younghusband BOND at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

CLEAR endorsers from left: James and Phil Younghusband BOND at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Young amateur footballers from around the country were selected to play with Manchester United legends. Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

Young amateur footballers from around the country were selected to play with Manchester United legends. Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

News website INTERAKSYON reported the competing teams for the CLEAR DREAM MATCH will also be composed of amateur players specifically chosen and trained by Manchester United Soccer Schools coaches Kevin O’Connel and Jamie Fitzpatrick. The 6 were chosen from 32.

from right: Diane Castillejo chats with Simon Greatwich and James Younghusband at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

from right: Diane Castillejo chats with Simon Greatwich and James Younghusband at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

The teams are a mix of national team players and the 6 from the development program sponsored by CLEAR last April. These are the kinds of development programs that search for future National team players for the AZKALS. The CLEAR DREAM MATCH ticket sales will also benefit the Tuloy Foundation, which aims to help street kids be integrated to mainstream society.

AZKALS from left: Phil Younghusband with Daisuke Sato at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

AZKALS from left: Phil Younghusband with Daisuke Sato at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

A super save by AZKALS goalie Neil Etheridge during the AFC Challenge Cup.

A super save by AZKALS goalie Neil Etheridge during the AFC Challenge Cup.

AZKALS recent spate of wins was aired in ABS CBN Sports namely the AFC Challenge Cup, FIFA World Cup Qualifiers and Long Teng Cup in Taiwan. Fans should watch out for the Peace Cup to be aired later this year where the hold the title of defending champions.

Pinoy Fitness Writer Mars Callo shoots Phil Younghusband at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Pinoy Fitness Writer Mars Callo shoots Phil Younghusband at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Map of University of Makati Stadium seat sections for CLEAR DREAM match. Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

Map of University of Makati Stadium seat sections for CLEAR DREAM match. Photo from official CLEAR facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/ClearPH?fref=photo

ABS CBN Sports has telecast the team’s rise to fame and success. This has been made evident with the Philippines having risen in the FIFA Rankings from a low of 216 in 2004 all the way to its current ranking of 127, which was achieved in February of this year.

AZKALS from left: Physio Therapist Wally Javier, Anton Del Rosario, PFF Sec Gen Atty Ed Gastanes, Team Mgr Dan Palami, ABS CBN Integrated Sports Dino Laurena and Kenshiro Daniels at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

AZKALS from left: Physio Therapist Wally Javier, Anton Del Rosario, PFF Sec Gen Atty Ed Gastanes, Team Mgr Dan Palami, ABS CBN Integrated Sports Dino Laurena and Kenshiro Daniels at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

Pinoy fans were behind their AZKALS through out the AFC Challenge Cup.

Pinoy fans were behind their AZKALS through out the AFC Challenge Cup.

Pinoy fans were behind their AZKALS through out the AFC Challenge Cup.

Pinoy fans were behind their AZKALS through out the AFC Challenge Cup.

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CLEAR endorsers from left: James and Phil Younghusband behind them are from left Goalie Coach Jorge Kuriyama and Asst. Coach Bruno Baltazar. Photo taken at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014 by Jude Bautista

CLEAR endorsers from left: James and Phil Younghusband behind them are from left Goalie Coach Jorge Kuriyama and Asst. Coach Bruno Baltazar. Photo taken at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014 by Jude Bautista

Pinoy fans were behind their AZKALS through out the AFC Challenge Cup.

Pinoy fans were behind their AZKALS through out the AFC Challenge Cup. 

Pinoy fans were behind their AZKALS through out the AFC Challenge Cup.

Pinoy fans were behind their AZKALS through out the AFC Challenge Cup.

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CLEAR endorser James Younghusband at OUTBACK Steakhouse last June 4, 2014. Photo by Jude Bautista

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I Actually Called Piolo: Sam!


Piolo just laughs off my disastrous mistake of calling him ‘Sam’. Armand Del Rosario also thinks it’s funny. I was looking for a hole to hide in but it was all good. Photo by Jude Bautista

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By Jude Bautista

It was the worst faux pas that I’ve ever committed in public in front of celebs, the press, TV news crews, bloggers etc. Last Saturday at the “It’s Time Awards” of Sun Life, the endorsers were seated at a table. When they arrived we were in front of the table and one photographer asked them to compress. Piolo Pascual was too far from Azkals’ Armand del Rosario. So I yelled in Piolo’s direction and called him, “Sam please sit nearer Armand!”

Sun Life endorsers at the It’s Time Awards: from left: Piolo Pascual, Armand del Rosario, Anton Del Rosario, Pia Magallona and Bam Aquino. Photo by Jude Bautista

He looked startled at first then he smiled, then the whole group laughed. Pia Magallona said, “We all heard that!” I quickly apologized and told them I was dizzy from someone else talking about “Sam.”

Sun Life Pres. and CEO Rizza Mantaring. Behind her is their tag line It’s Time which reminds me of Bruce Buffer.

About an hour before they arrived I was seated at another table with Orange Magazine peeps. And for some reason two of them kept on talking about someone named Sam. It may not have even been Sam Milby. The name Sam just kept on swimming in my head for some reason. I’m not blaming anyone else, it’s all me.

Sun Life endorsers at the It’s Time Awards: Piolo is seated too far from Anton del Rosario while the Azkal playah tries to feed Pia Magallona some chips (who thinks about it).

Later on, when I thought about the implication to Piolo Pascual I was so embarrassed and guilty even more. There was this issue in the past of Lolit Solis speculating that he and Sam were lovers which led to law suits etc. I was just so glad that Piolo didn’t take offense or think that I was being insulting. He didn’t think twice about it and just had a good laugh. Jeman Villanueva Publisher of Orange Magazine said, “And to think that he’s the biggest movie star we have now.” (Referring to the fact that he didn’t get mad about my calling him Sam)

Pia flashes the cut sign to the video crews shooting them.

I completely agree with Jeman. Piolo really is genuinely a positive and easy going person. Every time I shoot him, he’s got a good vibe. Even inside ABS CBN where they telecast shows, audiences are requested not to touch or ask for photos with Piolo. And yet the nearest girls within arms length do precisely that when they go to a commercial break! He never gets mad, puts his arm around them and always has a smile on his face.

Standing from left: Sun Life Digital Mktg. Specialist Tara Cabullo, Sun Life Chief Mktg. Officer Mylene Lopa, Sun Life Strategic Mktg Mgr. Carla Gonzalez, Ofelia Dayang, Juan Dayang Sr. (representing Juan Dayang Jr.-Wealth Wonder awardee), Edmund Lao-Investment Savvy Star Awardee, Tomas Abesamis (representing Romeo Francisco-Retirement Champion awardee), Esperanza Yu-Family Icon Awardee, Sun Life PR & Corp. Communication Iquit Lintag, Sun Life Product Mktg Analyst Marie Estimada and Sun Life Foundation Exec Dir. Veronica Estrella. Bottom row: Sun Life Creative Services Specialist TJ Reyes, Sun Life Integrated Events Che Cuchapin, Sun Life Strategic Mktg. Mgr. Job Miradora, Sun Life Events Coordinator Lito Escoto, Sun Life PR Specialist Lalie Rosales-Novero and Sun Life Graphic artist Lex Murillo. Photo by Jude Bautista.

In the It’s Time awards, Piolo had a chance to talk about his favorite charity Hebreo 12:1 foundation which aims to “bring lasting and meaningful changes in the lives of Filipino families. And offer comfort, strength, peace, hope and serenity during difficult times brought about by calamities or hardships.” The proceeds from both the Sunset Run and the Sunpiology planner will benefit Hebreo 12:1 foundation. I’m sorry PJ I’ll make sure to NOT call you Sam again.

Piolo just laughs off my disastrous mistake of calling him ‘Sam’. Azkals' Armand Del Rosario also thinks it’s funny. I was looking for a hole to hide in but it was all good.

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