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The Philippines drew a well-fought game with Myanmar in what was truly a game of two halves. The first half ended goalless after several chances for Myanmar who dominated the early exchanges. Pai Seo in particular shone for the hosts as he broke down the wings and played some great crosses which the Azkals found difficult to clear. He got through himself a few times but he shot over on each occasion when more composure could have given Myanmar the lead.
In the second half, though, the Azkals really fought back and dominated until the final few minutes. The turning point was when Guirado played a fantastic chipped through ball for substitute Barsales to run onto. Through on goal he was clattered by the onrushing goalkeeper who was sent off for the foul. James Younghusband converted the penalty as the crowd roared putting the Azkals in front with twenty minutes left.
The Azkals pushed forward and nearly scored a second to kill the game, but in the last minute Myanmar won a free-kick from 25 yards out which was laid off and drilled into the corner by K M Lwin. Soon after the final whistle went and the local fans chanted and cheered as both teams pondered what could have been.