After delays in the league’s opening, the Philippines Football League sponsored by Qatar Airways will officially commence at the PFF National Training Center in Cavite.

“This is a big moment for everyone in the football community. We appreciate the collective effort from the PFF, the clubs, and most importantly, the Games and Amusements Board and the city government of Santa Rosa, Laguna.”

The league was supposed to kickoff last Sunday, however, due to the onset of Typhoon Quinta and the positive results of certain individuals from the league’s initial RT-PCR testing last Saturday, scheduled games were shelved.

Several changes in the directives were changed, instead of a triple-header, two fixtures will take place. United City Football Club will take on the Azkals Development Team at 4:30 PM. Kaya FC-Iloilo battles Maharlika Manila will follow at 8:00 PM.

With the opening of the league’s new season on Wednesday, the PFL announced that every person involved this season within the Seda Nuvali bubble in Santa Rosa, Laguna, gained negative results after being subjected to antigen tests.

“PFF and league officials appreciate the quick implementation of health protocols in Seda Nuvali and are grateful for the guidance and support of GAB Chairman Baham Mitra and Santa Rosa Mayor Hon. Arlene Arcillas,” said the statement.

The two clubs that had a total of nine individuals testing positive for COVID-19 shall be put through antigen tests every other day while the said method will also apply for other clubs before matches.

“All clubs will strictly adhere to health and safety protocols prescribed for the league while staying in Seda Nuvali and playing matches at PFF National Training Center in Carmona, Cavite. League coordination with the city government of Sta. Rosa, Laguna, and the municipal government of Carmona, Cavite will also continue.”