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Post by cjeagle on Aug 15, 2011 23:52:13 GMT 8
www.manilastandardtoday.com/insideSports.htm?f=2011/august/15/sports3.isx&d=2011/august/15Guirado Japan bound? PHILIPPINE Azkals’ Fil-Spanish ace striker Angel Guirado may end up playing for a Japanese team in the coming months. A Japanese football official was in the country recently and watched Guirado and the Azkals play during their World Cup qualifier home game against Kuwait’s Al Azraqs last July 28 at the Rizal Memorial football stadium. The Japanese official, later identified as Takashi Morimoto, talked with Guirado and with the Azkal’s cousin Rafa Garcia acting as interpreter. The Japanese also took videos of Guirardo’s game before he left for Tokyo. “He (Morimoto) said there are some teams in Japan which are interested in his services,” said Garcia during Manila Standard’s dinner interview with Guirado. Guirado, who joined the Azkals early this year, has become a free agent after he left his team Ronda FC in Spain. The 27-year-old Guirado sustained a thigh I,jury when the Azkals played against Sri Lanka in their first round qualifying encounter and will not be joining the team when they resume practice on Aug. 24. Instead, he will rest and visit relatives here in Manila. He is scheduled to be back in Spain for a two-week visit. “He’s okay. But, little by little, he will start training again,” added Garcia. _______________________ Well maybe it is not quite so final yet. After all, he hasn't signed on the dotted line yet. Maybe Japan is an option.
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Post by Wiking on Aug 16, 2011 0:48:37 GMT 8
Wow, I hope he takes the job IF he is offered one. Im guessing the Japanese would pay alot more than some other countries in the east asia area, plus their higher level of play could help Angel with getting better skill wise. Cross Fingers.
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Post by jpmanahan on Aug 18, 2011 1:53:25 GMT 8
Angel was actually at the U-Mak watching the Pachanga FC vs Teknika FC semifinal game.
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Post by Striker_Manager_and_Owner on Aug 18, 2011 13:29:26 GMT 8
Does anybody know which J-League Team Morimoto is linked to? If he is an official of the league, which teams are interested? www.manilastandardtoday.com/insideSports.htm?f=2011/august/15/sports3.isx&d=2011/august/15Guirado Japan bound? PHILIPPINE Azkals’ Fil-Spanish ace striker Angel Guirado may end up playing for a Japanese team in the coming months. A Japanese football official was in the country recently and watched Guirado and the Azkals play during their World Cup qualifier home game against Kuwait’s Al Azraqs last July 28 at the Rizal Memorial football stadium. The Japanese official, later identified as Takashi Morimoto, talked with Guirado and with the Azkal’s cousin Rafa Garcia acting as interpreter. The Japanese also took videos of Guirardo’s game before he left for Tokyo. “He (Morimoto) said there are some teams in Japan which are interested in his services,” said Garcia during Manila Standard’s dinner interview with Guirado. Guirado, who joined the Azkals early this year, has become a free agent after he left his team Ronda FC in Spain. The 27-year-old Guirado sustained a thigh I,jury when the Azkals played against Sri Lanka in their first round qualifying encounter and will not be joining the team when they resume practice on Aug. 24. Instead, he will rest and visit relatives here in Manila. He is scheduled to be back in Spain for a two-week visit. “He’s okay. But, little by little, he will start training again,” added Garcia. _______________________ Well maybe it is not quite so final yet. After all, he hasn't signed on the dotted line yet. Maybe Japan is an option.
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Post by cjeagle on Aug 18, 2011 22:24:14 GMT 8
It looks like Angel has indeed signed with Global in the UFC. This has also been mentioned in his facebook fan page.
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Post by Wiking on Aug 19, 2011 9:53:14 GMT 8
Well this is indeed a surprise to me. But excellent news for the senior NT and the UFL!
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Post by cjeagle on Sept 19, 2011 8:34:16 GMT 8
An article from our very own admin in usapangfootball: Angel Guirado goes Global Features Published on Wednesday, 07 September 2011 11:27 Written by Super User by Louie Encabo Pinoy Football.com Staffwriter NEW ZEALAND --When a professional footballer signs for a club in Asia or in the US, especially if he once plied his trade in Europe, his move is often seen as a fall from grace. Usually it is a last resort since no other club is interested in signing him or a financial move aimed at securing the player financial future as he reaches the twilight of his playing days. The likes of Thierry Henry, David Beckham, Angel and Robbie Keane have all moved on to the United States after being offered big pay checks in the booming Major League Soccer (MLS). World Cup-winning captain Fabio Cannavaro also secured a lucrative deal to play for Al-Ahli in the UAE League. Even Barcelona coach and former Spain midfielder Josep Guardiola gave a cameo at Mexican club Dorados after his European playing days were over. Just two months ago, Anfield legend Robbie Fowler signed with Thai professional club Muangthong United. The move was a clear message to the world of football that South East Asia was ready to make its’ presence known by making big-name signings as well. It won’t be surprising to see Malaysia and Indonesia making similar approaches. *Semi-professional* In the Philippines, where our country can only boast a semi-professional league of eight top division teams, we also made a big-name signing of our own, albeit, one of a smaller volume. Angel Aldeguer Guirado, the Azkals’ forward who terrorised Bangladesh in the AFC Challenge Cup signed for local club Global F.C. The move merited mixed reactions from fans, both negative and positive. The general view of the people was that the move would benefit the United Football League (UFL) and raise their level of play. While others see it as a step backward that would hinder Guirado’s talents, or even worse, would hamper it. But the free-scoring man with free-flowing hair has one thing to say about his move: “I came to contribute to football in the Philippines.†Born in Malaga in the autonomous community of Andalusia in Spain, Guirado started his football with his hometown club. At six years old, Angel learned the ABC’s of football with Malaga CF’s youth team. With the La Liga club, Angel experienced a decent level of training for at an early age. He quickly moved on from his boyhood club and signed for CE Mataro, a regional club. At 20, Angel made his first big break by securing a professional contract for Segunda Division (second division) club Cordoba. However, two years later Angel would make an even bigger break by being signed on loan by La Liga club Atletico Madrid to play in their B team. He made 16 appearances, scoring 1 goal for the B team. But undoubtedly, Guirado’s biggest break would be his stint with then-La Liga club Deportivo La Coruna. He was signed on a first team contract with the club. *Memories* Guirado shares his memories playing for the team: “The memories I have in playing in this team is that I saw the professionalism and also to have experience in playing with a team in such a high level of play. We trained five days a week wherein there were days we trained twice.†He also mentions how strict the club was when it came to their players’ weight. “Also the team was very strict when it comes to what the players eat. They weighed the players before they go on vacation and when we came back the club weighed us again and imposed a penalty if we failed to pass the given weight limit.†Guirado never got the chance to make an appearance for the /Branquiazuis /in his one year stay at the club. But the fact that a club in Spain’s highest division once showed an interest in him is a highlight he will always have in his footballing resume. Now, Guirado has signed for Global F.C. in the local United Football League, miles behind the level of play of Deportivo. Angel admits that the move is a step backward in his career but acknowledges that it will do good for the league. “Yes, I may have stepped down in terms of the level I am playing in but I have come to contribute to football in the Philippines.†Guirado also mentions the passion his club’s owner, Dan Palami, has with the game. “I am grateful to Dan (Palami) because he has a good heart and has an excellent vision of the game here in the Philippines. He was a big part of my decision to sign (with Global F.C.)†Asked if he sees the move as beneficial in honing his skills, Angel replies: “Truly it will be different from playing football in Spain, but I will look to practicing my skills while contributing to the sport in the country.†*Philippine Family* Growing up in Spain and having only visited the country once in his life, playing full-time football in the country means Guirado will have to adapt to the Filipino lifestyle. But according to him, he would not find this difficult since he has his family to rely on. “In the beginning I may definitely have a hard time (adapting) but thanks to my relatives here (in the country), whom I can call any time if I have problems.†As we can all remember, it was news when Guirado allegedly broke into tears after Azkals head coach Michael Weiss convinced him not to go home to Spain to see his girlfriend, Rocio. Now that Guirado has signed for a club in the Philippines and ultimately have to live in the country, how will it affect their relationship? Guirado tells us: “It will be a big sacrifice for me. Football is my priority but I will ask her to come and stay with me but we will see what happens.†Angel also emphasised how important his cousin and manager Rafa Garcia is. “I am going around with my cousin Rafa to help me get familiarize with the place.†“Apart from being my translator, he is my overall confidant and right hand since everything I do I always consult him.†If you can remember, it was his cousin Rafa who helped him try-out for the national team, Guirado said on how his cousin convinced him to try-out for the Azkals. “As a player, I have always dreamed of playing for a national team. Rafa opened my eyes to playing in Asia and in looking for other opportunities besides Spain. He told me not to expect too much since football here is different from Spain but told me to give it my all to help the Philippine national team.†So how did he find his teammates on the national team? “We come from different countries and we have to adjust to each others’ cultures. I am lucky to have good rapport with all of my teammates.†*Closest Friend* He also shares that his closest friend is Misagh Bahadoran. "We were roommates in Germany (training camp) until here in Manila, but to me everybody is a good friend.†After being released from his contract with CD Ronda in the Spanish third division, Guirado was linked with a number of clubs in high-profile countries such as Japan, United Arab Emirates and China among others. Such was the reason why Guirado’s move to Global came as a surprise to football fanatics. “Yes I heard that a number of clubs were looking at me but the timing was off.†Guirado explains. “They had full line-ups already which meant I had to take a bench role.†But surely a back-up role to a UAE club or a J-League club would suit everyday footballers better than a starting role in a Philippine semi-pro outfit? Guirado explains his decision. “I want to wait for the right club to offer me a place in their team where I could play regular football and to compete in a high level of play. I will play for Global while waiting for the right offer to arrive.†Guirado isn’t the only one in his family who is a professional football player. He has an elder brother Juan Luis, a defender, has played for third division clubs in Spain. Asked if we were to see a Spanish version of the Greatwich tandem of Chris and Simon, Angel relates that he is clueless about his brother’s plans but is aware efforts have been made to contact him. “Honestly I do not know his plans though my cousin Rafa is communicating with him.†He also shares how his brother is happy for him and for the team. “I am sure he is happy for me and is happily watching the team achieve success. I hope he comes to play here.†The influx of foreign-bred football talents into the team is one that has merited both positive and negative reactions from Filipinos. When asked what his opinion was on foreign-based athletes, Guirado has this to say to us. “Today, I believe that we foreign-athletes bring a different level of play to the team. With the proper measures and a comprehensive grassroots program in place and giving homegrown players the right amount of exposure I am sure things will change for the better.†*United Football League* Angel also notes that it is good to have a local league such as the UFL in the country. “It is good that there is a league here such as the UFL and tournaments like the PFF-Smart Club Championships. It will certainly help having people appreciate the game even more. I know that support for the game is increasing as what I have seen in Guimbal, Iloilo when we played there and the fans were very excited to see us. As I have mentioned in other interviews, it will always start with a good grassroots program.†Leagues like that in Thailand and in the U.S. maybe lucky enough to attract professionals into their game, who are looking to secure themselves financially in the long term. But the Philippines is fortunate that we have foreign-bred Filipino footballers who are willing to return to their motherland and to help develop the sport in the country. www.pinoyfootball.com/index.php/features/87-angel-guirado-goes-global
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Post by stellarboy on Jan 3, 2012 22:25:34 GMT 8
The Marca newspaper in Madrid published this article about Angel Guirado. As it is in Spanish, I hope this could be translated for our convenience.
ANGEL GUIRADO, UN ESPAÑOL DE MADRE FILIPINA, ES LA ACTUAL ESTRELLA DE ESA SELECCIÓN El Cristiano de Filipinas es de Málaga
JUAN CASTRO 15/12/11 - 18:09 Angel Guirado Aldeguer tiene 27 años y hace apenas un año jugaba en el Ronda (Málaga), en Tercera división. Su madre es filipina y su padre, malagueño, como él. Tiene, por tanto, la doble nacionalidad. Un buen día, hace menos de un año, le vinieron a proponer jugar para la selección absoluta de Filipinas. Ángel se montó en el avión —unas 20 horas entre los tres trayectos que debe hacer desde la Costa del Sol— y al mes siguiente ya regresó como la estrella absoluta del fútbol patrio. Es una historia rocambolesca, pero a veces se dan. Ángel ya tiene 10 partidos jugados con su nuevo país y cuatro goles. Juega de interior por ambas bandas e incluso ha llegado a actuar de delantero centro en algún encuentro. Su paso por nuestro fútbol fue el de un gran nómada. Se crió en las categorías inferiores del Málaga, y luego deambuló sin demasiada suerte por Mataró, Córdoba, Atlético de Madrid B, Deportivo, Vecindario, Lugo, Levante, Santa Eulalia, Estepona y Ronda, su último club. En la bella ciudad malacitana jugaba en Tercera a principios de este año. Luego vinieron los filipinos y se lo llevaron para la isla. ELIMINADOS DEL MUNDIAL En estos meses, pese a ser eliminada ya de la lucha por ir al Mundial 2014, Guirado ha tenido experiencias inolvidables en la ex colonia española. Allí le llaman El Torero de Málaga. Ángel se entiende en inglés, el único idioma oficial de la isla junto al tagalo. El catellano —recordemos que Filipinas fue colonia hasta 1898— ya sólo queda para la gente de más edad: «La verdad es que la gente no entiende mucho de este deporte, pero desde el principio ellos notaron que yo venía de un fútbol competitivo como el español y, por eso, veían nivel. No me trajeron por mi cara bonita». Ángel, por ejemplo, fue el héroe de los octavos de final de la Copa de Asia el pasado verano. Filipinas goleó 4-0 a Sri Lanka y nuestro personaje firmó el tercer tanto ante la locura de la hinchada local. Era la primera vez que los azkals, apodo con el que se conoce a los surasiáticos, pasaban a los cuartos de final de esta competición. Fuera ya del Mundial —Kuwait fue su verdugo—, los filipinos lucharán desde marzo por una nueva edición de la Copa continental. Y ahí estará el malagueño de Filipinas. ANÉCDOTA CON BECKHAM Hace poco Filipinas jugó un amistoso con Los Ángeles Galaxy de David Beckham. Guirado, sin cortarse un pelo y aprovechando el incipiente castellano de Becks, fue a verle al entrenamiento previo: «Le pregunté si hablaba español y me dijo que sólo un poquito. Le di la bienvenida a Filipinas y fue muy simpático conmigo. Recordaré siempre este momento». Ángel tuvo una anécdota graciosa con el inglés en mitad del choque:«Le dije que si quería le enseñaba luego a golpear la pelota, y David se tronchaba. Lo entendió perfectamente. Fue minutos antes de meternos un golazo por la escuadra. Perdimos 6-1, aunque la segunda parte jugamos con suplentes. Al final del partido me gustó mucho que él y el entrenador de ellos —el conocido Bruce Arena— destacaron mi labor. Y eso me hace sentirme orgulloso por más que esté lejos de España ahora mismo». La idea de Guirado es seguir en Filipinas y, si se puede, fichar por algún equipo de Japón o de otro país más futbolero. «Tal y como está la cosa, parece el mejor futuro. La verdad es que me gustaría volver por España, porque se sufre estando fuera y uno está acostumbrado a lo de siempre, pero me iré donde haya futuro». Es una historia más de los muchos españoles que están por ahí intentando hacer su fútbol y ganarse la vida. Estos días el jugador andaluz —cuyo nombre futbolístico era Guirado cuando estaba aquí— los pasa en Málaga alejado de los focos que le alumbran en Filipinas. Aquí no es conocido. Allí, archipopular. Una paradoja asombrosa y hermosa. Pero la historia no acaba ahí. Su hermano mayor, Juan Luis, también tiene pensado ir para allá en cuanto solucione sus problemas de papeleo. Juega en el Lermeño (Lerma, Burgos), también de Tercera división, y pese a sus 32 años, espera triunfar, como Ángel, en la selección de su país materno. «La gente en Filipinas —nos cuenta Ángel a modo de resumen— es encantadora conmigo. Es bastante sencilla y creo que están orgullosos de que un español juegue en su país y en su selección». Así es Guirado, el representante del fútbol del campeón del mundo en ese remoto, pero cercano en la historia, país. www.marca.com/2011/12/15/futbol/futbol_internacional/1323968653.html
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Post by Wiking on Jan 3, 2012 22:49:32 GMT 8
GUIRADO ANGEL, A FILIPINO SPANISH MOTHER IS THE STAR OF THAT CURRENT SELECTION The Philippines is Christian Malaga
CASTRO JUAN 15/12/11 - 18:09
Angel Guirado Aldeguer is 27 and played just a year ago in Ronda (Malaga), in Third Division. His mother is Filipino and her father, Malaga, like him. It has, therefore, dual nationality. One day, less than one year, came to propose to play for the national team in the Philippines. Angel got on the plane, about 20 hours between the three routes that must be done from the Costa del Sol, and the next month and returned as the football star's absolute homeland.
It's a bizarre story, but sometimes they occur. Angel already has 10 games played with their new country and four goals. Indoor Play for both bands and has even come forward to act in a meeting center. His time at our football was a great nomad.
He grew up in the ranks of Malaga, and then wandered without much luck to kill, Cordoba, Atletico Madrid B, Sporty, Neighborhood, Lugo, Valencia, Santa Eulalia, Estepona and Ronda, his last club. In the beautiful city in Third Malacitana played earlier this year. Then came the Filipinos and took him to the island.
ELIMINATED THE WORLD In recent months, despite being eliminated because of the fight by going to the 2014 World Cup, Guirado has had memorable experiences in the former Spanish colony. They call him El Torero in Malaga. Angel is understood in English, the only official language of the island next to Tagalog. The Catellano-remember that the Philippines was a colony until 1898 - and is only for older people: "The truth is that people do not understand much of this sport, but from the beginning they noticed that I came from a competitive soccer as Spanish and, therefore, were level. It brought me by my pretty face. "
Angel, for example, was the hero of the second round of the Asia Cup last summer. Philippines won 4-0 to Sri Lanka and our character signed the third goal before the madness of the home crowd. It was the first time azkals, nickname which South Asians are known, went to the quarter-finals of this competition. Outside the World-Kuwait was his executioner, Filipinos fight in March by a new edition of the Continental Cup. And there is the Philippine Malaga.
STORY WITH BECKHAM Philippines recently played a friendly with Los Angeles Galaxy David Beckham. Guirado, without a hair cut and taking advantage of the nascent Castilian Becks went to see him in the previous training: "I asked him if he spoke Spanish and told me just a little. I welcomed the Philippines and was very nice to me. I will always remember this moment. "
Angel had a funny with the English in the middle of shock:? "I told him if he wanted to teach him to hit the ball then, and David was cut short. I understood perfectly. It was minutes before getting a goal for the squad. We lost 6-1, but the second part we play alternates. At game's end that he really liked me and them, the coach Bruce Arena-known feature my work. And that makes me more proud that is away from Spain right now. "
The idea is to follow in the Philippines Guirado and, if possible, joining a team from Japan or other footballing country. "As it is the thing, it seems the best future. The truth is that I would return to Spain, because it suffers from being out and you're used to business as usual, but I'll go where there is a future. " It is a story of the many Spanish who are out there trying to make their football and earn a living.
These days the Andalusian player whose name was Guirado football when I was here in Malaga passes away from the spotlights that illuminate in the Philippines. Here it is not known. There archipopular. A paradox amazing and beautiful.
But the story does not end there. His older brother, Juan Luis, also plans to go there to solve their problems in terms of paperwork. Play the Lermeño (Lerma, Burgos), also of Third Division, and despite his 32 years, hopes to succeed, as Angel in the selection of their mother country.
"People in the Philippines, Angel tells us in summary, is charming to me. It's pretty simple and I think they are proud that a Spanish play at home and in their selection. " So Guirado, the representative of the football world champion in this remote, but close in history, country.
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Post by Striker_Manager_and_Owner on Jan 9, 2012 12:56:13 GMT 8
Not recent news, but still a good read: from the official fan club of Deportivo LaCoruna: deportivo-la-coruna.com/profiles/pastplayers/guirado.htmlÁNGEL GUIRADO ALDEGUER Date of Birth: 08 May, 1982 Nationality: Spain Period at Depor: 2006 - 2007 Transfer: €50,000 (2006) Previous Clubs: Vecindario (2006- loaned), Lugo (2007- loaned), Córdoba (2004-2006) Sold: Free-transfer Height: 190 cm Weight: 85 kg Position: Midfielder (Right/Centre) Matches played with Depor: None ÁNGEL GUIRADO ALDEGUER was the most curious case during the summer market of 2006. The winger was a petition made by coach Caparrós although the player was a discard of Córdoba (a Segunda B club). The Sevillan coach suggested that Guirado should gain experience in a Segunda squad, for he was loaned to Vecindario and then to Lugo. At the end, the player was released in the summer of 2007. Another unexplained signing, one that cost €50,000. The case of Guirado is really enigmatic. He played as a right back in Córdoba, but the Andalucian player was loaned out to Atlético Madrid B during the season 2005/2006. There, he performed as a right winger, a work that he fulfilled with good comments made by the Madrilenian coaches. He also performed as an offensive midfielder. Although he satisfied his bosses at Spain's capital, the coaches didn't suggested his final signing. For that reason Guirado had to return to Córdoba and soon, he realised that there was no room for him in the first squad. Guirado was competing with other youngsters for the position of right winger, a race that he lost against Javi Lara, another promise in Córdoba. Curiously, Lara was loaned out to Real Unión and Depor's interest in Guirado caused a change in the plans. Suddenly, Córdoba's officials were affirming that he was an 'important player' in their squad and requested to negotiate with Deportivo. The Segunda B club was asking for €60,000 while Lendoiro was only offering €40,000. After a couple of weeks of negotiation, an agreement was reached. Depor paid €50,000 plus some economic incentives that will depend on the player's performance. Then, Guirado signed a two-year-contract and it was stipulated that he will spend the first season in Vecindario. But Guirado was sidelined there and he ended playing in Lugo during the year 2007. The Malaga-born midfielder didn't play too many minutes at Lugo, he returned to La Coruña just to find out that new coach, Miguel Angel Lotina, wasn't trusting in him. He didn't even made the pre-season stage in Vilalba and was released from his contract with Deportivo. He ended signing for Levante B on July 31st, 2007. Another signing without a reasonable explanation.
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Post by stellarboy on Mar 29, 2012 21:55:11 GMT 8
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Post by stellarboy on May 13, 2012 18:27:46 GMT 8
The life, miles & smiles of Angel Guiradoby rick olivares “Look.” Angel Guirado held out his cellphone and showed me videos of his goals back during his club days in Spain. In one sequence, he latched on to the ball, accelerated forward and unleashed a volley before the defender could close him down. Goal! Guirado jumped up and punched his fist in the air. What was not seen on cam is that he ran to the sidelines to kiss his fiancée. That said a lot: his first love, football; and his second love, his fiancée. “El amour,” he gushed as he now has a chance to put both of them together. In July of 2012, Guirado will marry his girlfriend of five years. It hasn’t been easy keeping a long distance relationship alive. The couple have a saying, “One dream. One illusion.” Translated, it means, that what whatever dream they have, illusions they may be, the two of them will strive to make fulfill them. Angel Guirado’s life since the age of five has defined by a football. “Es mi vida,” he shrugged. “It is my life.” In his first visit to the Philippines eight years ago, the Guirados visited his mother’s hometown of Isabela, he asked around for a football but there was none. Today, with the rapid growth of the sport throughout the archipelago, one can find the game and a football almost everywhere. “See? Good things happen if you wait,” he smiled. That smile. That toothy, infectious smile of Angel Guirado’s is one of the first things you will notice about him (aside from his 6’2” frame). He always seems to smile and have a good laugh. “When you are unable to watch movies in Manila because they are in English, I look for company so I can socialize and have fun. I enjoy being around people and having fun. We tell jokes. Laugh,” he explained with a guffaw that punctuates his sentence. Football on the other hand, is serious business. He made it clear to his fiancée that he’d try to play the game that he loves for as long as he can. However, after his marriage, he has to face the long and hard decision of relocating his wife to Manila if possible at all. There are so many things to consider. He was born in Malaga, Spain, a southern city off the Mediterranean coast. Like every other Spanish youngster, he fell in love with football and hoped to have a career in it. The problem is, he is not alone. Roughly 15 million Spanish males also hope to have a career in football. The game is deeply rooted in their culture, pastime, beliefs, and thinking. “It is the main sport in Spain. It’s very difficult to be a professional in Spain because everyone plays and understands the game. If you play in Division One, then you know you are among the best in the world,” he says. Unable to play for the first division team of his hometown Malaga, Guirado suited up for the lower division Mataro in Catalonia. While at Mataro, he got to play in two friendlies with star-studded Barcelona that at that time had Frank Rijkaard as its coach and Juan Roman Riquelme, Ronaldinho, Patrick Kluivert, Marc Overmars, and a young Xavi, Carles Puyol, and Andres Iniesta. “I couldn’t sleep the night before the game,” recounted Guirado who thought that at the time that he would have a chance of impressing the Blaugrana. “But we lost 2-0. And then in the second match, we lost again by a bigger margin.” In another match, this time against Sevilla, he had Dani Alves marking him. “He is very difficult to get around,” remarks Guirado. “And he is very fast.” After bouncing around for seven years with Cordoba, Atletico Madrid, Deportivo de la Coruña, Levante, Santa Eulalia, Estepona, El Palo, and lastly Ronda, one would think of giving up a child’s dream and look for a real job. However, Guirado is nothing short of resilient. “Sometimes, you have to find your luck elsewhere,” he reasoned out. It has been over a year every since he made his debut with the Philippine Men’s Football National Team. In 15 appearances, he has scored five goals. With top club Global, he has added two goals and had a bunch of assists. He can now speak a little English and Filipino and he promises to work harder at mastering the two languages. The recent controversy where the match commissioner of the friendly with Malaysia accused him and Azkals teammate Lexton Moy of sexual harassment has hurt him mentally and financially. His cousin, Rafa Garcia, brother of coach Caloy Garcia of basketball club Rain or Shine, laughed at the accusations. “He is so conservative,” related Garcia. “He wasn’t even in favor of those controversial Bench ads (that featured members of the Philippine Volcanoes rugby team in their underwear).” A couple of potential sponsors have reportedly hedged from their initial plans of landing him as an endorser. Guirado smiled and a said he harbored no anger or dislike neither towards the accuser nor to critics. “Such is life,” he simply said. “Like boxing, it’s how you roll with the punches. What is important that I prove to people that I am not that kind of person and I continue to work hard and keep to my dreams. Things happen for a reason and maybe this is a lesson for me not to take things for granted.” He sat silent for a minute but his eyes blazed with activity. He was clearly thinking and thinking some more. "It will all be good," he said. Then he pulled out his cellphone once more and played a video of a recent Azkals match. “Look.” We watched. And then we laughed. bleachersbrew.blogspot.com/2012/05/bleachers-brew-310-life-miles-smiles-of.html
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Post by stellarboy on Jul 15, 2012 20:49:38 GMT 8
Best wishes to Ángel on his wedding day with his long-time love Rocio Carvajal! ¡Felicitaciones!
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Post by teddyandtimmysdad on Jul 15, 2012 21:12:45 GMT 8
Angel - best of luck and congratulations from Teng, Teddy, Timmy, and Ed!
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Post by Wiking on Aug 17, 2012 23:03:48 GMT 8
ANGEL GUIRADO JOINS SALGAOCAR FC The 27-Year-Old Striker Will Play A Crucial Part In The Strike Force Of Salgaocar FC As He Leaves The Philippines Behind To Sign Up For Salgaocar FC. Posted on: 17-Aug-2012 Spanish International Angel Guirado has completed his move from Global FC, Philippines and has joined hands with Salgaocar FC for the upcoming season. The 6’ 2” Spanish striker has already put the finishing touches to a one-year deal with the defending Federation Cup champions and has been identified as one of the candidates who may score the maximum number of goals. “Angel is a tall player with good physical presence and competent skills; he will give me lot of options as a striker” said Karim Bencherifa, Head coach of Salgaocar FC. Angel Guirado was born to a Filipina mother in Malaga, Spain. Owing to his ancestry, he has represented the Philippines at the international level several times, the most recent being in the AFC Challenge Cup held at Kathmandu, Nepal in March 2012 where he scored two goals in the tournament. Angel Guirado started his career with Malaga FC Juniors in 1997 and progressed to play with Athletico Madrid (2005-06) and Deportivo de la Coruna (2006-07). After having featured with Spanish 2nd and 3rd division teams he made his move to Global FC, Philippines in 2011. salgaocarfc.in/NewsDetail.aspx?nmid=usk
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