Filipino community in Perth to hold 'Fan March' ahead of Matildas vs. Filipinas match

The Filipino community in Western Australia is ready to showcase their pride and provide full support through the "Filipinas Fan March" as the Philippine Women’s National Football Team faces host nation Australia this coming March 1.

Despite the team landing in Perth in the early hours of February 24, Shellane Encabo Espinosa and the Filipino community joyfully welcomed the Filipinas squad for their AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 campaign. Credit: Shellane Encabo Espinosa

Key Points

• Warm Welcome: Despite the team landing in Perth in the early hours of February 24, Shellane Encabo Espinosa and the Filipino community joyfully welcomed the Filipinas squad for their AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 campaign.
• Historic Fan March: The Philippine Consulate in Western Australia and the group FAME will lead a parade at Burswood Park this Sunday at 2:00 PM, ahead of the highly anticipated clash between the Filipinas and the Matildas at Perth Stadium.
• Showcasing Culture: The group FAME will use the occasion to highlight Filipino dance and culture, aiming to pass these traditions down to younger Filipinos growing up in Australia while demonstrating unity for the national team.

Warm Welcome: Despite the team landing in Perth in the early hours of February 24, Shellane Encabo Espinosa and the Filipino community joyfully welcomed the Filipinas squad for their AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 campaign. Credit: Shellane Encabo Espinosa

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