Philippines vs. Tajikistan // 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers
The Philippines U23 Men’s National Football Team looks to bounce back when it faces host nation Tajikistan in its second outing of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers. The match is set for Sunday, September 8, at 12:00 a.m. (Philippine time) at the Republican Central Stadium in Dushanbe.
After a hard-fought 2-1 loss to Syria in their opening match, the Philippines will be aiming for a stronger performance against the hosts. Despite a brilliant equalizer from Sandro Reyes, Syria regained the lead just minutes later to hand the Filipinos an opening-day defeat. Now, the team has little margin for error as it chases points in the race for qualification.
Tajikistan enters the matchup full of confidence after a commanding 4-0 victory over Nepal, which put them on top of Group K after matchday one. Backed by home support and momentum, the hosts will be a tough challenge for the visiting Philippines side.
With only the group winner guaranteed a direct ticket to the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup finals in Saudi Arabia, every result matters. The four best runners-up across all 11 groups will also qualify, meaning the Philippines still has a chance to advance if it can turn its campaign around with a positive result against Tajikistan.
The match is expected to be a high-intensity contest, with the Philippines eager to bounce back and Tajikistan determined to keep its winning form. For the Filipinos, maintaining defensive discipline while converting chances in attack will be crucial in their bid to stay alive in the qualifiers.
How To Watch: Philippines vs. Tajikistan Game Info
The Philippines national under-23 football team play against Tajikistan national under-23 football team in the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers.
Find out the game time information, when and how to watch Philippines’ game against the Tajikistan on TV and streaming online.
- Date: Sunday, September 7, 2025
- Kickoff Time: 12:00 am (Philippine Time)
- Venue: Republican Central Stadium, Dushanbe
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- TV:
- Live Stream: The Philippine Football Federation FB Page
Result and Scores: Philippines vs. Tajikistan
| Team | Full Time | 1st Half | 2nd Half |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philippines U23 | 1 | – | Leddel 71′ |
| Tajikistan U23 | 0 | – | – |
Game Highlights: Philippines vs. Tajikistan
Watch the game highlights between Philippines and Tajikistan in the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers.
