Phil Younghusband, poster boy of football, bids adieu

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 03:56:32 +0000

BY JONAS TERRADO

PHIL Younghusband ends decorated career at 32.

PHIL Younghusband, regarded as the face of Philippine football for more than a decade and the Azkals’ all-time leading scorer, announced his retirement after a decorated career for club and country.

Younghusband made the announcement Monday evening through his social media accounts, leaving behind a legacy that saw him play a key role in local football’s renaissance that began in 2010 with the upset of Vietnam in the AFF Suzuki Cup.

“Hanging up my boots!” Younghusband said. “Thank you to my bosses, my coaches, teammates, competitors and all the supporters who have been part of my journey. See you all soon in a new adventure.”

The 32-year-old didn’t reveal in detail his decision to hang it up, though Younghusband has not seen action since playing for the Azkals in the AFC Asian Cup in the United Arab Emirates last January.

He also tied the knot with the former Margaret Hall in England last June.

Born in Surrey, England, Younghusband was part of the Chelsea’s youth squad before he and older brother, James, were tapped to represent the country in the 2005 Southeast Asian Games.

He eventually became part of the senior squad where his late second goal sealed the Azkals’ stunning 2-0 win over Vietnam in Hanoi, a feat still considered as one of Philippin
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