The Philippines have again appointed an Australian to coach their national women’s football team, with Western United mentor Mark Torcaso to take over from the departed Alen Stajcic.
Having led the Philippines to a historic FIFA Women’s World Cup win over New Zealand last month, Stajcic stood down after his team’s exit from the tournament to take charge of Perth Glory’s men team
He been replaced by Torcaso, the reigning A-League women’s coach of the year after last season guiding Western United to the grand final in the club’s maiden campaign in the women’s competition.
Torcaso, who will remain in charge of United’s women’s team, said it was a “dream come true” to be appointed to an international coaching role.
“The Philippines team has been a great football story over the last year and it is really exciting to be able to work with this group,” he said.
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