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Alas Pilipinas unpaid since July before China clash

Captain Bryan Bagunas says Alas Pilipinas players have gone without allowances since July, with some borrowing money to attend training ahead of Monday's Asian Games match against China.

What it means

• Allowances unpaid since July; players cover transport and meals out of pocket
• Some players borrow money from teammates just to reach training
• Alas Pilipinas are 0-1 and face powerhouse China on Monday

Model read

Off-court financial distress and disrupted preparation leave the Philippines short of ideal focus and support, a notable handicap against a far stronger China side.

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