Ateneo sets up finals showdown vs La Salle in UAAP football finals

MANILA, Philippines–Ateneo set up a finals showdown against rival La Salle after ousting Far Eastern U, 1-0, in the UAAP Season 81 men’s football tournament Thursday.

Powered by Jarvey Gayoso’s phenomenal goal in the 70th minute, the Blue Eagles arranged a knockout final match with the Green Archers in a first since their meeting for the title in 2006.

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Earlier, La Salle edged University of the Philippines, 2-1, to book the first finals berth.

They meet next Thursday at 4:30 p.m., still at Rizal Memorial Football stadium.