By Cedelf P. Tupas
Philippine Daily Inquirer
THE PHILIPPINE Azkals could parade their best team yet when they face a slew of powerhouse sides in international friendly matches slated in June in Manila and Bacolod.
Azkals manager Dan Palami yesterday expressed confidence that Europe-based players like Stephan Schrock, Paul Mulders, Jerry Lucena, Dennis Cagara and Neil Etheridge will suit up for the national team from June 5 to 12.
�We see no reason why they will not be available since it�s a Fifa-sanctioned international friendly dates plus it�s also the end of the season with most clubs in Europe,� said Palami yesterday at the weekly PSA Forum presented by Shakey�s, Smart and Pagcor.
Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam have been invited to a friendly match on June 5 at the Rizal Memorial Stadium with the Philippine Football Federation hoping that one of the three Southeast Asian countries will be available.
The Azkals plan to fly to Bacolod for a match possibly against Hong Kong on June 8 at the Panaad Stadium.
The Azkals are likely to face China�s Olympic team for the �Independence Day Cup� on June 12 at the Rizal Memorial Stadium.
�China has already agreed but we might face their Olympic team, which I think is still very strong,� said Palami.
All the matches are part of the Azkals� buildup for the Suzuki Cup Asean Championships late this year in Thailand and Malaysia.
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