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Participation at Women's World Cup a source of pride for UAE's Filipino community

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The Philippines football team made history at the Women's World Cup when they beat co-hosts New Zealand in only their second-ever match at a global finals.

It was the Philippines' first victory at either a men's or women's finals. After losing their opening match to Switzerland, Sarina Bolden's first-half header secured a famous victory and leaves the South-East Asian country with a chance to progress from Group A if they can beat Norway in their final match on Sunday.

While football takes a backseat to basketball in the Philippines, in the UAE, the country's participation at a World Cup has become a huge source of pride for Filipinos.

Around 700,000 Filipinos live in the UAE, which has become home to a growing number of amateur football clubs. Pinoy FC was founded in Dubai 12 years ago and aims to promote solidarity among Filipinos in the country who share a common love for football.

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