Davao Aguilas Football Club (DAFC) is set to go up against Kaya FC Makati on July 9, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. at Davao del Norte Sports Complex in Tagum, Davao del Norte, Philippines. It will be the second time that these two teams will go against each other for the Philippines Football League (PFL), with the first match taking place at University of Makati (UMak) in West Rembo, Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines.

Davao Aguilas FC

Sponsored by San Miguel Corporation, Davao Aguilas FC has earned a reputation for setting the trend in the PFL for hosting the biggest crowds.  Its past 4 matches in its home stadium have gathered at least 16,000 people.

Currently, Davao Aguilas FC has players from Davao and other parts of Mindanao. Coach Gary Phillips in an interview stressed the importance of setting-up a training camp in Davao to help further develop football interest and be able to tap more local football talents.

Also, the club has also been getting involved in grassroots programs in Davao.  It recently organized a football clinic for 200 kids, held at Tionko Football Field in Davao City. 

There are other football clinics lined up for Davao and the Mindanao region. In the meantime, five members of Davao Aguilas FC have been called up for the Philippines Under-22 squad list for the Japan training camp, which was arranged by the Philippine Football Federation, along with Japan Football Association. 

These players are Junnell Mark Bautista, Jaime Vicenzo Cheng, Rey Franco Miguel De La Torre, Van Rey Diaz and Richard Talaroc, Jr. The camp is a preparation for the AFC Under-23 Championship Qualifiers and the 2017 Southeast Asian Games. 

Tagum, Davao del Norte

Tagum, the bustling capital of Davao del Norte, is one of Mindanao’s fastest-growing urban hubs. Strategically located at the intersection of major high-speed regional networks, this vibrant component city serves as the vital trade, commercial, and logistical heart of the province.

Known fondly as the “Palm City of the Philippines,” Tagum immediately captures attention with its beautifully manicured, palm tree-lined avenues and extensive green spaces. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, it is a highly competitive, first-class city with a resilient economy. Historically rooted in rich agriculture—particularly export-quality bananas and gold trading—the city has successfully shifted toward a dynamic service and commercial sector.