Azkals Defeated in Latest World Cup Qualifier

Walsall goalkeeper Neil Etheridge started, as his Philippines side took on Uzbekistan in their latest 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier.

Posted at 4:01 pm on Thursday, 24 March 2016 • Updated at 4:09 pm •

Walsall goalkeeper Neil Etheridge started, as his Philippines side took on Uzbekistan in their latest 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier.

Sadly for Neil, and despite several superb saves under plenty of pressure, he was unable to keep his sheet clean as Anzur Ismailov's goal just before the hour mark proved enough to secure the win for his side, and help them move to the top of Group H with their sixth win in seven games.

The Philippines, who had OJ Porteria sent off early in the first half, will take on second placed North Korea on Tuesday, 29th March.

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This post was first published at 4:01 pm on Thursday, 24 March 2016.