Cortal SQR & Team Azkals Press Conference

Cortal SQR, the newest pain reliever that combines the advanced formulation of Ibuprofen and Paracetamol, recently announced their continued support to Football, by supporting the Philippine National Football Team and the Philippine Contingent to the Homeless World Cup.

Some members of the Team Azkals namely, Yannick Tuazon, Misagh Bahadoran, Roel Gener and Nestor Margace, together with the Team Azkals coordinator, Ace Bright, came for a Meet and Greet with the Davao City Press in order to share their advocacy on promoting Football to the youth.

So, Why Promote Football in Davao?

Vik Oliveros, the Cortal SQR Marketing Manager said, “Davao City is one of the places in Philippines in which football can really flourish. It is one of the biggest cities in the country and has a lot of open spaces where young children can play the sport.” 

For some people, the word football can already evoke thoughts on expensive equipment and gear. To some, it can also be a complicated sport to learn, especially when one lacks the stamina and determination to pass the ball using only the torso, head, or feet, since the hands and arms cannot be used (except for the goalkeeper). These rules made this sport all the more difficult to learn and play.

However, when asked on whether football is an easy sport to learn and play, Misagh Bahadoran of Team Azkals confidently said, “Football is easy. If you know how to run, and you have a field, then, you can play it! Anyone can do it!”. Unbeknownst to many, Misagh, who, after graduating with a degree in Dentistry at CEU (Centro Escolar University), pushed through with his dream of playing the sport he loves most.

The 2 other players, Roel Gener and Nestor Margace who also came from far-flung provinces in the Philippines, also had their initial training at the sport without having to buy anything. With just a ball and a field to play, they were able to hone their skills, which eventually made them members of Team Azkals. And for Yannick Tuazon, “In football, all you need is passion,” is what he has to say for those who are interested in learning more about the sport.

In Promoting Football:

When asked on how Cortal SQR and Azkals would go about their advocacy in promoting sports, most specially football, to the Filipino youth; Vic Oliveros of Cortal SQR mentioned about going to the grassroots level, like barangays and holding summer sports clinics where the kids can play the sport. Add up to that, Team Azkals is also thinking about having collaborations with some schools so they might be able to teach and introduce football to the students. More projects and collaborations are being brewed to promote their advocacy and make their goals a reality.

(to read more about the new Cortal SQR, click here)

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