"Anthony Elorde, 'The Great Wall of Davao,' Shines in AFC U17 Asian Cup Qualifiers"

 

Davao City’s rising football talent, Anthony Elorde, made waves as he represented the Philippines in the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2025 Qualifiers held in Cambodia from October 19 to 27. A member of the CR7 Football Club and a student at Southpoint School of Davao, Elorde played a pivotal role in the team’s strong defense, earning the nickname "The Great Wall of Davao."

Throughout the tournament, Elorde's defensive prowess was instrumental in helping the Philippines secure two victories, including an impressive 2-0 win against host team Cambodia. His speed and agility on the field reflect the athletic lineage of his family—he is a descendant of the late Filipino boxing legend Flash Elorde.

Despite their determined performance and two wins in four matches, the Philippine team narrowly missed advancing to the playoff round. However, Elorde’s impressive play and solid defense provided a promising glimpse into the future of Philippine football and cemented his reputation as a force to be reckoned with on the field.

Karlo Nograles Aims to Fast-Track Digitalization to Attract Investors to Davao City

 

Davao City—Former Civil Service Commission (CSC) chairman Atty. Karlo Nograles, who is vying for the mayoral seat in Davao City in 2025, emphasized the need to accelerate digital processes to boost the city's business environment and attract investors. According to Nograles, transforming key business transactions, such as securing permits and processing payments, into seamless online procedures will reduce delays and ease the burden on businesses.

"To build a competitive and attractive environment, we must proactively draw investors to Davao City, not wait for them to come on their own," Nograles said. As a former first district congressman, he has seen firsthand the potential benefits of digitalization and made it clear that this initiative would be among his top priorities if elected. His digitalization agenda aims to cut red tape, streamline services, and foster a business-friendly climate, enhancing Davao City's appeal to both local and international investors.

Nograles' push for a digitally responsive city government is seen as part of his broader plan to position Davao as a leading investment hub in the Philippines, capitalizing on technology to improve efficiency and support economic growth.