AFC Women's Asian Cup
Stajcic is regarded as one of Australia’s most accomplished coaches, having led the women’s national team from 2014 to 2019, where they secured runners-up finishes in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup and were quarter-finalists in the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup and in the 2016 Olympics.
The appointment comes after Philippines’ successful AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022 qualifying campaign, where the Malditas secured wins against Hong Kong and Nepal to secure their 10th appearance in the Finals.
The 2022 edition will see an increase in participating teams from eight to 12, where the top five teams will secure direct qualification to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
“We are thrilled that Alen Stajcic has accepted the position to be the head coach of the Philippines Women’s National Team,” said Philippines Football Federation President Mariano Aranta Jr.
“His appointment shows the commitment and determination of the PFF to give our women’s national team the best possible chance to qualify for the FIFA Women’s World Cup.”
