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| Full name | Manila Montet Football Club | ||
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| Founded | 2023 | ||
| Ground | Rizal Memorial Stadium [1] | ||
| Capacity | 12,873 | ||
| Owner | The Montet Group [2] | ||
| President | Thomas Vivian Montet | ||
| League | Philippines Football League | ||
| 2024 | TBD | ||
| Website | Club website | ||
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Manila Montet Football Club is a Philippines professional football club based in Manila, Metro Manila. The club currently plays in the Philippines Football League, the top-flight league of football in the Philippines.
History
The club is owned by The Montet Group, under the management of Thomas Vivian Montet, a French businessman who recently moved to Philippines. [3]
Philippines Football League
In 2023, it was reported that Manila Montet was applying for a license to be able to join the Philippines Football League for the 2024 season. [4] In February 2024, the league confirmed their participation making their first ever debut in the top-flight league. [5] Manila Montet are planning to field an all Filipino squad for their debut season in the league.
However the club would be plagued by allegations of mismanagement including financial compensations for its players. [6]
Head coach Eliezer Fabroada would leave after their 1–4 lost in their first game against One Taguig. His deputy, Mark Dennis Balbin would be promoted but also leave his position for a new role in futsal in Tondo. Another player was made into a coach. [6]
Players
- As of January 20, 2024 [7]
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Club official
Updated as of 20 January 2024 [8]
| Position | Name |
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| Head coach |
 Eliezer Fabroada
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| Assistant coaches |
Mark Dennis Balbin Jovert Ayuban
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| Goalkeeping coach |
Enrique Paocog
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| Team Doctor |
Gerardo Pangilinan
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| Physiotherapist |
Gustavo Cojuangco
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Management
| Position | Name |
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| Chairman |
 Thomas Vivian Montet
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| Team manager |
Jericho TingzonNixon Paez
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| Media Manager |
Ricci Parcia
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| Marketing Manager |
Cristine Roberto Lorry Orqueza
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| Kitman |
Rich Aithan Balla
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List of head coaches
| Dates | Name |
|---|---|
| 2024 |
 Kim Jeong-il
[9]
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| 2024 – April 2024 |
Eliezer Fabroada
[6]
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| April 2024 – May 2024 |
Mark Dennis Balbin
[6]
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Domestic tournament records
| Season | Division | League Position | Copa Paulino Alcantara |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | PFL | TBD | TBD |
External links
References
- ^ "Is Rizal Stadium Truly Outdated?". Manila Montet FC. December 17, 2023. Retrieved December 17, 2023.
- ^ "The Montet Group Official Website". The Montet Group. Retrieved December 17, 2023.
- ^ "Manila Montet FC Introduction". Manila Montet FC. December 13, 2023. Retrieved December 17, 2023.
- ^ Terrado, Jonas (December 11, 2023). "'Copa' success encourages PFL expansion". Inquirer. Retrieved December 17, 2023.
- ^ "15 clubs are G this PFL '24". Dugout Philippines. February 5, 2024. Retrieved February 6, 2024.
- ^ a b c d Pineda, Carlos (June 7, 2024). "Montet player raises issues on low allowances and poor conditions". Sports Interactive Network Philippines. Retrieved June 7, 2024.
- ^ "Player List". Manila Montet FC. February 5, 2024. Retrieved February 6, 2024.
- ^ "Staff List". Manila Montet FC. February 5, 2024. Retrieved February 6, 2024.
- ^ "Staff". Manila Montet FC. Archived from the original on February 16, 2024. Retrieved June 7, 2024.