The Philippine national women’s football team wants to leave no stone unturned as it lays out its road map for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.

Starting with the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan from 19 September to 4 October, the Filipinas will have a packed schedule as they prepare for the World Cup, which starts on 24 June.

Head coach Mark Torcaso said their plan has been laid out in a way that ensures they make the most of every training camp and competition.

He also said that while the upcoming Asian Games are part of their preparation for the World Cup, he wants the girls to do their best and surpass their Round of 16 finish in the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

“The main objective in this Asian Games is obviously to go as far as we can, but it’s also for us as coaches and the country to test some players at a tough level to see if they’ll be ready for the World Cup,” Torcaso said.

“Any country that we go to, I just really express that if we can have as much support and as many fans as possible come out and be part of our journey — everyone here, every time we have a camp in the Philippines, come and watch the girls. Trust me, they play so much better when they feel that love and support from everyone.”

After the Asian Games, the Filipinas will travel to South America in October, play matches against Asian and Oceania opposition to close out 2026, compete in the Pinatar Cup in February 2027 in Spain, and take part in the 2028 Olympic Qualifying Tournament in April 2027, which will feature a home-and-away format.

The campaign will conclude with an extended four-to-six-week camp in Brazil ahead of the World Cup.

Torcaso wants to scout every Filipina footballer around the world as they assemble the strongest possible squad.

The goal? Reach the knockout stage for the first time after the Filipinas finished with a 1-0-2 win-draw-loss record in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in New Zealand.

“Every camp and every opportunity we’ve got is strategically organized in a way that will ensure we’re ready for this World Cup,” Torcaso said.

“I want to make sure that we give everyone an opportunity to be part of this World Cup, and I don’t want to miss out on anyone. Every player, regardless of whether you’re in the Philippines, playing in Myanmar, or playing somewhere in Europe, I want to give everyone a chance.”