The Philippine women's national football team beat Vietnam 6-5 in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw to secure their first-ever gold medal at the 2025 Southeast Asian Games in Chonburi, Thailand.
At Chonburi Daikin Stadium in Thailand, the Filipinas faced Vietnam in the women's football final of the Southeast Asian Games on December 17, 2025. The match ended in a 0-0 draw, leading to a penalty shootout where the Philippines prevailed 6-5.
The Philippine penalty takers who scored were Jael Marie Guy, Alexa Pino, Hali Long, Angie Beard, Ariana Isabella Markey, and Jaclyn Sawicki. Goalkeeper Olivia McDaniel stopped the final attempt by Vietnamese player Tran Thi Thu, sparking wild celebrations. This marks the Philippines' first SEA Games title in women's football, making them only the third nation to achieve it after the dominance of Vietnam and Thailand.
The victory followed their semifinal win over Thailand on penalties on December 14, 2025, to reach the final. The Filipinas have a history of succeeding in shootouts, such as qualifying for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup by beating Chinese Taipei in the 2022 AFC Women’s Asian Cup. This win highlights the growth of women's football in the Philippines.
