Filipino netizens celebrated in joy as the Philippine women’s football team pulled off a 1-0 shocker against New Zealand in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup on Tuesday.
Sarina Bolden’s name dominated social media discussions after she scored the country’s first-ever goal on the world stage, becoming one of the most mentioned topics.
The hashtag #LabanPilipinas, along with Olivia McDaniel, #FIFAWWC, New Zealand, Wellington, and FIRST WIN, are also trending on Twitter.
Here are some social media comments:
The victory was significant for the Philippines, as it kept their hopes of reaching the round of 16 of the tournament alive.
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