Azkals up close: Anton del Rosario

by Barry Viloria

MANILA, Philippines – It’s not at all surprising that Azkals player Anton del Rosario speaks of the football sport as “soccer.” He is practically American—having been born and raised in California, USA, by Filipino-Spanish parents.
Del Rosario started hitting the pitch at the age of 5. He said his family played a big role in influencing him to take up football.
“My dad used to play rugby and stuff like that… My mom was the one who was in love with soccer. My mom used to coach us when I was a kid,” he said.
Del Rosario added that his brother, former Philippine international booter Armand del Rosario, provided him added motivation to excel in the sport.