Is Football Only For The Rich? Big Goals Of Little Boy From Manila, Philippines | Limitless

[@20ZicoMendoza]

I'm Nesta's Team mate. And I see That he Enjoys playing football like it's no tomorrow. He's a funny guy too.

[@fliesonthewall-avirtuosoparty]

Hahaha❤. Keep fighting hard guys! (The opponent, not each other ok?)

[@whoisperfect_no1.381]

Keep Dreaming until you have achieve them. All the Best.

[@PinoyWestLondonBoyEscapes]

Well done. Keep going. Do not give up easily. #dothework #chaseexcellence All the best You got this soldier 🇵🇭💪

[@kristinhannah001]

I love that the kids'main goal is to represent the Philippines and become part of the National Team. Carlos Yulo, Hidilyn Diaz and the other Olympic athletes are inspiring these children to reach that dream 🇵🇭

[@koisrojas]

Instead of Taylor Swift's concert stadium the Philippine government should put up football stadiums introduce this sport to young kids, support and guide them and for sure we will have a lot of Nesta. It is time for football to be the number one sport in the Philippines. It is not very well known to Filipinos but we have Paulino Alcantara from Iloilo City, he played for FC Barcelona from 1912 to 1927 and in 399 games he made 395 goals he has won 5 Spanish Championships and 10 Catalan Championships.

[@cmgs7]

EXACTLY! Mali yung priorities.

[@rhozebelle2446]

Agree100%

[@paopao101209]

Wow 15 years with FC Barcelona is incredible, much more to be selected to play with this team is a feat. My parents are from Iloilo and knowing that someone from my native province got the chance to play with this team makes me more proud. Yes, I think it’s about time the Philippine sport commission or who ever is in charge with Philippine sports should invest more on sports where we have the potential to win. Less investment on basketball I personally say, for the simple reason that we don’t have the height to compete with the other towering nationals. Soccer is one sport where you don’t have to be incredibly tall… also with gymnastics. I was so happy when the women’s team qualified in the 2023 World Cup, meaning to say we have a chance in this sport to excel. This boy has a good future in soccer. I hope people with good hearts are able to fund his training to keep his dreams going. The politicians should support young athletes and come up with a really good program if we want to compete with the rest of the world rather than pocketing the funds for their own personal use.😊

[@franzreyes6185]

Paulino Alcantara is half Spanish reason why napadali admission nya sa Barça. But his allegiance remained Filipino

[@kimigirl417]

Stadiums are supposed to not only be used for concert venues but also sports events like football or baseball.

[@zzzzg7787]

As a Filipino Football Fan who is longing for exposure of Football here in the country. I am seeing at a bright future ahead to our grassroots. Carry our Flag to the International stages and show our countryman how beautiful this game is.

[@PhúcHuỳnhThiên-e5o]

Bruh seeing a Filipino love Fútbol is rare. Always keep your passion for Fútbol

[@stevensingha4362]

Dear kids of Phillippes all the best from India Calcutta

[@benjaminfrancisgonzales8431]

This kid is mature beyond his years. Great to see this kid drive to be the best. Credit his parent for raising him to be inspired at young age. Looking forward to see him progress in the future.

[@uj210]

I WANNA MOVE TO THE PHILIPPINES TO HELP THIS KIDS BECOME THE FUTURE OF FOOTBALL..JUST THE NAME NESTA IS A STAR HE GONNA BECOM ONE OF IT NESTA I AM YOUR NUMBER ONE FAN AND SUPPORTERS FROM THE US I PLAY FOOTBALL IN EUROPE FOR COPEL OF YEARS BE STROMG AND BELIVE YOUR SELF YOU GONNA BECOM ONE 💪 NEST

[@rumbarey]

Please do.

[@uj210]

@rumbarey will always bin a dreams to help kids, but when it comes to football, I live and breathe football. I can't wait to come to the Philippines soon

[@SunShine_sublime]

​@@uj210👏 Thank you.

[@uj210]

@SunShine_sublime you welcome. I can't wait to come to the Philippines

[@spidey6077]

we need you to come , please come. a lot of talent in the Philippines

[@paolylo]

If CNA had awards for Parents of the Year, Nesta's parents deserve it most.

[@bakescompany6425]

up

[@pfneuman]

Thank you for sharing Nesta’s story. He truly is a prodigy and wise beyond his years. I have no doubt that he will be the big football star that he dreams about and more. I am glad that his Coaches and Parents are communicating with him in English, it is reflected in how well spoken he is in that language. It will serve him well when he goes international. Indeed, ‘dreams do come true, all they need is you!’ Wish you continued success and I can hardly wait to see you make all Filipinos extremely proud one day soon! ⚽️🥇

[@zenithx2114]

Carlos Yulo started in these grassroots. With their dreams and passion they can do it as well. Reach the top competition.

[@___Anakin.Skywalker]

LOL stfu he went to japan to raise his level stop lying

[@sharkley1981]

correct, and then he left his japanese coach who supported him financially and mentally in japan when he was starting up to spend more time with his girlfriend.

[@fkoff7649]

Carlos Yulo didn't start it all, he's just lucky he bagged Olympic medals but there were people before and after him who are still doing their best to bring home some awards.

[@brodixtv4993]

​@@sharkley1981 japanese coach was paid by gap philippines and so with his dorm.. Do ur research first...di yun libre training niya,sa japan.. Yung scholarship lang nya,libre with the help of coach mune

[@iamdindjarin]

@@sharkley1981 and then he won 2 Olympic gold medals with his new Filipino coach and girlfriend. Positive things happened to him. Just because you started with someone doesn't mean you should always follow them. Wala naman daw silang problema nung ex-coach nya. Kinongrats pa nga siya. Need nya lang siguro ng new coach for improvement, which is nakamit nman, naka 2 gold medals nga eh. Yan mahirap sa Pilipino eh, puro utang na loob ang gusto. Ang totoong tumutulong, walang hinihinging kapalit.

[@fcagsaway]

Props to the parents for their limitless perseverance in supporting Nesta's dream

[@ajaj-tp8tr]

Football parents in Manila share the same support and enthusiasm. The youth football community is the best.😊 We all could relate to each other

[@SamLim14]

This kid is going places for sure!! has the heart and skill for it. Rooting for you always Nesta!!

[@user-rsa79jc8]

I pray you will be a C.Ronaldo of the Philippines someday..Stay humble Nesta.GODbless you🙏

[@alvindunst]

The Philippines has so much potential in Football.

[@paulgeorge999]

nahhh,southeast asian like their asean neighbors suck at soccer,ph is not that different since we are moslty austronesian except for singapore which are mostly chinese

[@timawa22]

😂

[@marksoliva2332]

So much...yet still untapped because Philippines prioritization of other sports well never be internationally successful at.... Like Basketball

[@clippygoat]

We have so many half european players. It's just that they don't get utilized properly. If we're a good team, big names like David Alaba would've played for the PH national team. If they started recruiting half pinoy players abroad, just like what our basketball team doing lately, then it would benefit a lot for this country. Philippines is currently the sleeping giant when it comes to SEA football.

[@paulgeorge999]

@@marksoliva2332 nahh we would be just like other asian countries ,only south korea is the successfull asian country,philippines is more similar to country like indonesia and malaysia since we are of austronesian descent,and indonesia and malaysia #1 sports is soccer and they suck at it at least internationally.soccers is more fit towards african and european descent and not of asian mongoloid descent

[@sorafukurokami6989]

the kind of nod that Nesta's the name of one of the most prolific defenders in Italian football and the kid shows promise in defending. This could be a good sign for Ph football if the lad shows a lot of promise

[@AllanDelosReyes]

Filipinos and their natural talent. It’s amazing how we excel in various sports. With the right training we can definitely shine in any field of sports.

[@johnanik2612]

Nagbuhat na naman ng sariling bangko..😂😂😂 Cringe. Let other nationalities themselves appreciate it. Halatang uhaw na uhaw sa appreciation ng ibang lahi.🤮

[@ednamode4833]

They all speak so well too. 👏🏼

[@frigidtsunami]

Nesta, has determination.the fire of youth is great. Rooting for this kid.

[@kratos_xxv]

It really takes a village to raise a child. His supportive parents, coaches (COACH ANTO!!) and friends will help him get to where he wants to be. I hope to meet Nesta soon.

[@wilfredocabillon5663]

Wow Nesta is a great defenders name here in Italy,eventough he'splaying in my opponent support team he'playing first in Lazio,and my support goes to Roma,now he's a coach...go Nesta fullfill your dream..

[@ajaj-tp8tr]

My daughter played in that tournament with a different club😊 Yes, football is a rich man's sport, particularly in Manila. We are actually not from Manila. We had to sacrifice a lot when she decided that she wanted to be a football player. We had to move her to homeschool to cut cost and have enough resources to put her in the best training programs. So far she's been doing well, and improving. If i have to compare our yearly expenses for football, it's more than what you spend for tuition in a year in the most expensive University in the Philippines. I know it will be all worth it

[@chuupotato642]

Praying for the success of your child. Sana makalaro sya professionally kung ito nga ang kanyang pangarap. Mabuhay kayong parents sa pagsuporta sa pangarap ng inyong anak.

[@kitty_s23456]

Hi. The son of my colleague was able to get a scholarship to play football in the high school dept of UST (univ of sto tomas). Try to search for football scholarships - some big schools may offer them. Best of luck to you & your family.

[@douglassujang3036]

​@@kitty_s23456..let kids enjoy theirs favourite game

[@sebfox2194]

That's strange to hear, because in most other countries football is a poor or working man's sport. Many of the top players like Maradona, Di Maria, Messi, Ronaldo, Ronaldo R9, Rooney, Sanchez, Robinho, Tevez, Ibrahimovic, Suarez, Riquelme, Rivaldo, etc all came from poor or working class backgrounds.

[@kitty_s23456]

@@sebfox2194 yes, those players that you mentioned all came from humble backgrounds. The thing is, there is a football culture in their countries. There are many clubs in the countryside where a kid can learn & improve his football skills. In PH, the main sport played & watched is basketball, 2nd is volleyball. Basketball was introduced to PH by the Americans when PH was colonized by them. Almost every town has a basketball court. Football (soccer) fields are few & far between. If a kid wants to learn & train in football, the kid's parents has to enroll him in extra lessons (usually during weekends) and there's a cost. The kid featured in this docu, though relatively poor, was only able to be in the football academy because he's a scholar. Most of his companions are from rich or middle class families.

[@nerissaviolata475]

Wish you all the luck Nesta one-day you will be famous and presenting our beloved country The Philippines on the highest level of football, you have perseverance passion ,humble and a loving son,your oarents nurtured you as a good child with love and respect 🙏. Good luck on your future journeys ❤

[@rceezap]

Long road ahead, but definitely a good start for Nesta and entire team! Are we gonna come back and rewatch this video 10 years in the future! let's see...

[@alertpodiotan1488]

This video is beyond! How great to be a simple boy to dream big and the parents are doing their best to support him. This video and these parents should get An award! Sport is not just for the rich. Philippines please support our talented kids. We have so much talents to show to the world not just beauty pageants.

[@jaesmiles5325]

I would love to see another story on this kid, like a follow-up story. I believe this kid will make it to the pros. If not in the Philippines but in another country. Wishing him the best.

[@cho53n1ma]

Yaaaas! Football is the future of the filipino kids. Sooo much opportunity for them.

[@tocino4]

Amazing kid! Props to the parents and coach for encouraging Nesta to be confident, diligent, passionate, and simply brilliant.

[@d-zaynextreme]

My American boss told me that Filipinos has more potential in boxing, baseball and Soccer (futbol) than in Basketball. Because our height is short, but we are fast in running.

[@crizeldayaan-corbita8752]

Yeas you’re right. But unfortunately the moat of funding is being poured to Basketball 😢.

[@al-mawarditaddik6745]

Filipinos have the Potential to reach greatness in every sports, they just need good support from the Govt and private sector.

[@zjzr08]

We do pretty well in boxing (although amateur boxing is another thing and we have yet to still win Gold in the Olympics) but I do agree we need to diversify...we did have some football interest around early 2010's but petered a bit and I do wonder if we can still excel there (as other countries have bigger players that are also pretty fast now).

[@Lenilugz5406]

LOL! All Asians don't have potentials in football. The SEA Games champions don't win medals in the Asian Games. The Asian Games champions never win medals in FIFA WC. Asians are not for football.

[@yuhana_v]

Bless you Nesta! Never give up!! 🙏🏼❤️🇵🇭

[@uj210]

Are you from the Philippines

[@noeljeffreypinton9844]

I used to eat in their eatery. OMG the nostalgia. One of my favorite places in Area 2. The soccer field was under construction when I stayed at UP Diliman back in ~2016. I want to go back.

[@emedelineabas5685]

Future football star and coach. Good luck team Pilipinas ❤

[@i-am-your-conscience]

A lot of filipinos are brought up with this spirit, manners and we will see a lot of good athletes in Olympics and other competitions soon :)

[@viviansimon4853]

Praying Nesta will reach his dreams.He is a smart and determined boy.Kudos to his parents for raising him well.

[@QuicknStraight]

My son plays in the PFL, and played in the Thai League before for several years. There's no money in playing in the PFL. There's very little support for grassroots football and if you can't afford expensive academy training, very few opportunities for kids to play. Not enough pitches, not enough qualified coaches. The PFF really needs to concentrate resources into grassroots football.

[@___Anakin.Skywalker]

basketball is better and more fun. wag feeling sosyal. Di patok sa masa ang soccer na yan

[@333Mdee]

This is the gift that sports can give to kids. Arts and sports should always be part of everyone’s childhood ❤

[@skyhigh5408]

disipline persistence brotherhood and many more especially away from drugs or bad influence

[@ralphkleinguevarra]

His coaches/mentors, his parents, his peers, he's got everything and everyone supporting him. Even though I'm a basketball fan, I think our country will excel in football given that we have not been blessed with height vs western countries. Will be rooting for him in the future. Have a wonderful journey ahead, Nesta!

[@GutterFunk420]

awesome people, awesome Family, Great kid. I hope to see you here in Australia. Good luck Nesta

[@bisayaradiodramaoverload1621]

45:35 - "Its not about the money, its about my family" Hopefully Carlos Yulo and her mom would make amends.

[@1980voltz]

It should be available to every kids in the Philippines

[@iorwerthbellis6695]

Welsh/Filipino from the UK here! You’re such an inspiration and I hope you achieve your dreams mate. Keep going and I reckon one day we’ll see you playing in either the English Premier League or La Liga!!

[@rosariolarion9319]

The parents of Nesta are just so awe inspiring. He is a very good and an energetic happy boy. God bless him to be healthy , safe and protect him nit to be injured when he play🙏. The Coach is really nice and I like it he does scoldings. He is like a father figure to them. Thank you so much for sharing..

[@zzzzzsleeping]

I will PRAY FOR YOU KID. GOD KNOWS AND GOD CARES. JUST WAIT YOUR TIME ----> IT WILL COME. CONTINUE THE HARD WORK.

[@ilocosrugnao1910]

We will be following and supporting you nesta! Mabuhay!

[@mllamido72]

Best of wishes young Warrior. Do your best make your country proud someday!

[@askherbs]

The problem with the Philippines is that our leaders didn’t have the foresight to provide infrastructure for sports development. When you live in Manila, you will have to travel far to get to a public park with green and open spaces. In the video, they had to play at the UP Sunken Garden, which not even a public park. Very much unlike other countries where a park is a just a few minutes walk away.

[@bernieducusin1973]

The children can communicate well in English ❤

[@JB-xm8qi]

It’s the Philippines duuhhhh…

[@syberdieforlove]

It only takes one born and raised Filipino footballer to actually get our younger generation and sponsorships to see that we have a better chance to making it to the world stage in this sport compared to basketball. For our kids to get better and become elite, they would need better trainers, facilities and most of all --- COMPETITION which unfortunately we do not have. One day, I hope, one day.

[@MrMarkybabes]

i wish you do well Nesta. And when you become famous one day. I can tell my kids that i have seen you when you were this little.

[@cardahon]

Im really amazed how fluent these kids are with speaking English.

[@prettysurelourd5703]

English is commonly used as a daily conversation or in school and it's our official language along with Filipino/Tagalog

[@lynnlaquiores4805]

Really amazed this boy. Hoping his dreams and goal do come true. I'm very very fan of football too. Last 2019 if I'm not mistaken I watched Brazil in national stadium in Singapore and really really enjoyed. Good luck Nesta

[@zenaidaneduasa3831]

I’m now a fan of this sport since I saw this boy Nesta has a lot of potential.Keep up the good work.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@roisisante8422]

I never had any chance to play football but I hope that you achive all your dreams and also become modern Paulino Alcantara. Show to our fellow Filipinos what is the real culture of this game. Its not boring like what most of the American and filipinos perception. You have bright future. Praying for your sucess

[@angie412]

Way To GO!!!!... I love the attitude of the little kid Nesta very persistent, determined and he KNOWS what he wants.. My goodness at a young age to have such outlook ... admirable... Bayern Munich be his team.. I'd be sooooooooo happy... To ELMER "Lacknet" BEDIA, sooo proud of you friendship...haha... To CNA Insider, you did a good job putting this documentary film together. Thank you so much for highlighting the talents we have in the Philippines, although soccer is still relatively not noticed. God bless you and THANK you again for sharing this for the world to see... :) :)

[@sram6814]

I'm almost 30 and never had this mindset. I'm glad there are still Filipino kids with this behavior. Happy to have heard his story early on, he'll go far.

[@EmmanuelEdwardBinigay]

They speak English very well..Pilipino are bliss people

[@kzm-cb5mr]

buhat bangko

[@Denzki]

Lol Filipino Karin naman eh

[@spidey6077]

@@kzm-cb5mr love your own

[@johnanik2612]

​@@spidey6077tama naman..But it's so Cringe. Halatang uhaw na uhaw sa appreciation ng ibang lahi..🤮🤮.

[@jinahsace5371]

For sure Nesta will become big and famous

[@nmamparo]

Quite a heartwarming story. Kudos to the parents with their all-out support for their kid's dream. Sports breed discipline one needs for success.

[@Leoncillo11]

That is true, with the lack of facilities to practice the craft of football here in the Philippines. Sadly now it's really just for the rich. I love the passion of Nesta, I know someday he will make us proud of our national team.

[@wow-3]

The biggest sports in the world. Philippine government should have budget for this sport.

[@ezscootrr]

It's too hot here so I'm not sure if it's a good idea to spend more money in this kind of sport.

[@MeilyMedia]

Great story! Good luck Nesta

[@HughAndreiEclar]

First time seeing a filipino footballer. im proud 😊

[@carlreygall9457]

My grandfather who became a uk citizen used to send us football shoes and soccerball for us grand children but we do not have facilities and friend who where interested in football. everyone back in 80's and 90's pinoy kid's where into basketball. i used to watch football on a very short segment in gilletes sports channel and thats it. now im at my 40's and still have regrets of learning it as i know football was a big thing except philippines. I wish pinoy kids should be more expose into football and other sports.

[@askherbs]

Correct. We simply didn’t have the facilities.

[@kitty_s23456]

Correct, the govt doesn't support football/ soccer when it's a sport that Filipinos have the possibility to excel in. Even short people can play football in an international level, unlike basketball where you need tall people. In high school, I had a classmate who was originally from Manila. He was short but he was our batch's star player during competitions because he was very fast & agile. I hope that this kid Nesta, despite his size & financial situation, can achieve his dreams of being an international athlete.

[@mimialos7668]

YES,EVEN NOW .I AM SO PROUD OF YOU KIDS FOR FUTURE OLYMPIC ATHLETES.MABUHAY🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

[@cebuanomindchannel7592]

I'm sure someday you'll reach your dreams there's nothing impossible when you work hardest to reach it time will come you'll be a podium receiving your gold medal in the Olympics or any international sports competition representing our country Philippines. For now, focus your studies and practice to hone your mental and physical skills. Kudos boy and see you soon in the international arena.

[@ironchief2346]

Kid you’ll make it … hold on to your dreams.

[@criscastro8055]

My kababayans are super talented has a good spirit in every sports they speak English very well, they are people who can really inspire others love them, love my country.

[@Mlmv266]

God bless you Nesta and family ❤

[@gilbertreglos2760]

Proud of you boy , always follow your dreams

[@idakristinedemesa5234]

For him to fully utilize his potential, he needs to be in a football academy in Europe (Italy, Netherlands, France, Germany, England, Portugal, Belgium) or South America (Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador). He needs to be playing with and against the cream of the crop.

[@legendarybalasik3155]

Salamat po Coach for sharing your Talents

[@riababy333]

Hi Nesta from cebu! I trained with you before at CFC! - Zach CFC U11 #6

[@SUPER_ORION]

We are currently seeing the emergence of another potential Carlo Yulo. It brings back memories of Carlo's youth when he was also being interviewed, and now look at where he is. This young individual has a promising future. He possesses ambition, determination, and intelligence. I commend Nesta's parents for responsibly supporting his life aspirations. I sincerely hope and pray that our government, particularly the local government units, will also investment in sports infrastructure and parks where children can pursue their dreams.

[@JeiruzAndalan]

The biggest difference between average kids who plays basketball in Philippines to kids who plays football in other countries, is Filipino kids cannot dream of becoming Lebron while kids in countries like Brazil can dream of becoming neymar, messi, or ronaldo. I hope Filipino sees football as a sport for everyone which doesn't require as much physical genetic gifts compared to other sports.

[@digimei2143]

this guy will start the football team for the philipines and maybe put them in FIFA someday. I want to see Phillipine team in FIFA in the future someday

[@pamplonapamplona7039]

We both like Neymar, Good luck kids.. I wish you all the luck, i wish you all can represent our country.

[@dorellcaligagan2307]

Actually Filipinos can excel in Football more than Basketball because you dont have to be very tall to play professional football but you need good footwork, stamina and agility. However, its really a sports where mostly middle class and upper class kids play because we dont have a lot of imprastructure for football in the Philippines.

[@HAPPYBOI-t6u]

a lot of my teammates idolize him and he is rowdy at times but he is an amazing footballer😆

[@simonvillalon2277]

Challenge is access to open spaces as well. Policies for access are very restrictive- be it private area or public spaces.

[@leojones2118]

I agree with you. Football is popular in Iloilo province because the football pitches are open to the public. They are found in plazas. Good examples are La Paz (Iloilo City), Santa Barbara, and Barotac Nuevo. In some towns, they are found in public schools. One example is Guimbal. Here in my place, they are in private schools and colleges. So football ends up as a sport for the rich.

[@ryanbeltran9413]

Is football really big in Ilo Ilo or Bacolod. I just want to have some hope there is a community of football culture in the country. I hope there culture is strong there that is can develop legit football talents.

[@Undrafted_Jkyle]

Nice documentary. CNA should also show the basketball culture in the Philippines. Football is presented here because ASEAN, a major consumer of these shows, can relate more to a football journey than a basketball one. However, ASEAN basketball is the Philippines. CNA should present how the Philippines is world-class in basketball and what it takes for ASEAN to reach our level. For Nesta, I wish you the best on your sporting journey... Other parents would always say why prioritize sport? For me, as long as my kid has good grades, he can always dream big, go for the PBA if needed! Having a business and working at an office is always a second option. 😊

[@lemmings3789]

NOPE...CNA will not make an episode about good things for Philippines only for Singapore..checked all their episodes🤔🤦‍♂

[@BadIdeaRight5]

​@@lemmings3789yes dito sa asia at asean tayo lagi punching bag ng media pano gobyerno nila mga dectador monarchies at communist 😂

[@EMcC-pr6zx]

Go outside the capital city, football field strive in western Visayas region

[@kitty_s23456]

His football academy is in Metro Manila and he's a scholar there. His dad's food business is also in Manila. It's not that easy to move.

[@prettysurelourd5703]

​@kitty_s23456 but the biggest football field found in visayas, in iloilo, cebu and negros, it's where football was born, and iloilo produced the best Filipino legend footballer , paulino Alcantara, he was born and raised in iloilo

[@analynj30]

Im lookng forwad for ths amaziing boy in his future go fighting nestea we make us proud😊

[@danielmonacillo3740]

I am proud to be a Filipino, may the goberment support all our young student to or player on what the sport they want, like Yulo no one think that he can get a two gold medal in his sport.

[@langnoyjason1941]

I'll never forget your name Nesta. ❤❤❤

[@AkosiMalou20]

What a talented kid 👏 good job keep it up 👏👏👏 you will pray for you work hard at soon you will be one of the best football player

[@jomarabao3094]

football is so exciting when you played it and know the game, most people in philippines never experience it thats why its boring for them, but i asked cameroonian, mexican, and brazilian they said basketball is boring. should put football field in every schools, if not in metro, in all provinces. and i wish baseball field also.

[@youcantalwaysgetwhatyouwan6687]

It's not surprising for Brazilians, Cameroonians and Mexicans to find basketball as boring because they are not watchi g it literally

[@TrovaScopo]

Hello La Masia academy, hope you could give this boy a scholarship ❤

[@vanese]

any info how to donate for Nesta?

[@NazriBuang-w9v]

Lies again? Careers jobs to poor people

[@zenreos3442]

This is what the Philippines needs support and backing from parents and organizations. With the gold medals that carlos yulo won, will inspire more parents to support their kids to becomes international athletes.

[@arnnaul7495]

Football is what we should be doing as pinoys.

[@Nathan7Anderson]

Good Luck Nesta and hopefully I can meet you as I play in the sunken garden

[@jack.g.gutierrez]

lets go nesta!!!

[@michaelvillarin9611]

All the best My Beloved Country Philippines🫡🫡🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️ Nothing is Impossible if you have a Dream as Always Put God first in our daily Life..🙏🙏🙏☝🏻

[@LordDarma]

very eloquent and smarty pants kids ❤

[@mpa324]

A lot more Filipinos are likely to go pro in futbol than basketball, they should promote that more.

[@botanical500]

Thank you for featuring these young players, especially Nesta. Was he named after Alessandro Nesta?

[@Pupilwalker]

NESTA WILL BRING FOOTBALL BIG IN PH

[@zenithx2114]

Named after Alessandro Nesta? Awesome kid

[@cheatsmygame]

AC MILAN legend !

[@zenithx2114]

@@cheatsmygame legend! Nesta, Canavarro and Maldini. Italian wall

[@leeanne1979]

If only football is famous and supported here in our country.

[@brodixtv4993]

football is,fmaous,in the philippinez youre just not the the target audience😂

[@leonilaalbopera6128]

Wow amazing 😮 👏 🤩 😍 ❤❤❤

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If anyone caught Carlos' Yulo's recent press interview with Cignal TV he talks how sports culture in Japan where he trains is ingrained even in the school level. We rarely focus on music, arts and sports as we have a very practical culture of service to the people as our jobs. Those who really want to focus on sports have a lot to sacrifice or needs to be scouted by someone outside the country. Our best way to introduce more elite athletes I feels is throughout private funding (I feel the Pangilinan private development that mostly starred around the 2010's is now starting to bear fruit), government help (our sports body has the typical bad bureaucracy), more international scouts (many of our elites trained outside the country), and more exposure (basketball and volleyball are really the only sports shown on TV, although you could argue the internet is offering more options to other sports now).