So when it was announced that the Nepal game wasn't to be the Azkal's game for the year, I immediately looked for people who would join me in this last game. It is pretty exciting because the team would be playing against the LA Galaxy who has got David Beckham and Landon Donovan in the team. At the time of the announcement, the Galaxy was on their way to winning the MLS Cup (which they finally did). Following their victory, they embarked on the Asian Tour to promote the beautiful game and the Philippines was lucky enough to be hosting a part of their tour. Unfortunately for the fans though, the tickets were awfully expensive! If not for my bonus (which arrived early), I don't think I'd be able to go without feeling guilty about spending way too much for just one game! But come to think of it, the Azkal's first game early this year made me spend much more; but then again, it was my birthday so I guess I'll excuse myself from any guilt. Anyway, my sister was with me and we both enjoyed the trip immensely.
So anyway, back to the PH Azkals vs LA Galaxy game. The game was exciting, especially seeing live Beckham's beautiful goal! The crowd went crazy, but what was crazier was when Manny Pacquiao arrived and almost everybody's eyes went to the bleachers and chanted "Manny, Manny!" I guess that made Beckham stop for a while because later, when he left the field, we were informed that he passed on his jersey to Pacman (which Jinkee grabbed right away, I would assume). The game went back to normal and when all 90+ mins of the game was played, the Azkals lost (dismally), 6-1. Hey, but I had to applaud Phil's lone goal. It was amazing and we get to see it close because the goal was at our side of the bleachers! :)
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