Diego Aspiras
Personal information | |||
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Full name | Jose Diego Aspiras[1] | ||
Date of birth | May 28, 2004 | ||
Place of birth | Philippines | ||
Height | 1.77 m (5 ft 10 in) | ||
Position(s) | Defensive midfielder | ||
Team information | |||
Current team | Manila Digger | ||
Number | 66 | ||
Youth career | |||
2011–2021 | Kaya–Iloilo | ||
2021–2023 | GOM Academy | ||
2023–2024 | Stallion Laguna | ||
College career | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
Ateneo de Manila University | |||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
2024 | United City | 9 | (0) |
2024– | Manila Digger | 3 | (0) |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:27, November 2, 2024 (UTC) |
Jose Diego Aspiras (born 28 May 2004) is a Filipino professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Manila Digger in the Philippines Football League.[1]
Personal life
[edit]Aspiras is the son of Filipino actor and politician Edu Manzano and celebrity chef Reggie Aspiras.[2][3] While playing football as a kid he studied at Xavier School,[4] and is currently studying in Ateneo de Manila University.[5]
Youth career
[edit]In 2011, Aspiras began playing football for the academy of Kaya FC, a club then participating in the United Football League. He was a member of the club's under 11 team and continued to play for them until 2021.[4] While playing for Kaya, he also played high school football for Xavier School.[6][7] He would also play for the youth team of Stallion Laguna in the PFF U19 Boys National Championship.[8]
Aspiras also played college football for Ateneo, first playing in the intercollegiate 2023 Ang Liga Tournament, where Ateneo reached the final before losing to Adamson University.[9][10][11]
Club career
[edit]United City
[edit]Before the 2024 edition of the Philippines Football League, Aspiras signed his first professional contract with league giants United City, who were returning to the league after a two-year break.[12][13] He made his debut on the third matchday, coming on for Ricardo Sendra in a 4–1 win over Philippine Air Force.[14] He notched 9 appearances during the shortened season, also assisting Sendra in a 9–2 win against Maharlika Taguig.
Manila Digger
[edit]After the conclusion of the 2024 season, Aspiras was left without a club after United City withdrew from the league due to financial difficulties.[15] He later signed with Manila Digger,[16] featuring in the starting eleven on the first day as they lost 3–1 to One Taguig.[17]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Manila Digger FC - Team Roster". Philippines Football League. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ Garzon, Van (October 2, 2024). "Edu Manzano's Son Diego Aspiras Wants To Make Name in PH Football Industry". Philnews PH. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ Miralles, Nitz (May 21, 2023). "Edu, may nilabas na ibang anak!". Philstar. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ a b "Work Hard, Play Hard: Diego Aspiras". Kaya FC Academy. April 5, 2014. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ Gabinete, Jojo (October 1, 2024). "Meet Diego Aspiras: the football star and son of Edu Manzano". Pep PH. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ "19th Alaska Football Cup Winners" (PDF). Alaska Football Cup. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ Fernandez, Rhoel (November 30, 2014). "Alaska's annual football tournament once again draws banner field". Spin PH. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ "United City, Ilocos Sur, Stallion Laguna advance to PFF U19 Division 2 National Round". Philippine Football Federation. June 13, 2022. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ Maguddayao, Merck (October 28, 2023). "Adamson, Ateneo forge blue Ang Liga final". fullcourtfresh.com. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ Laygo, Moss; Licas, Luis Antonio (October 28, 2023). "Ateneo dominates DLSU, books ticket to Ang Liga Finals". The Guidon. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ Laygo, Moss (November 4, 2023). "Ateneo falter against Adamson, surrender Ang Liga Title". The Guidon. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ "United City FC - Team Roster". Philippines Football League. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ "United City FC Welcomes Young Talent Diego Aspiras". United City. March 7, 2024. Archived from the original on April 15, 2024. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ "Air Force 1-4 United City: Second half goals seal UCFC's second win". Philippines Football League. April 21, 2024. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ Suing, Ivan (September 20, 2024). "Aguilas ramp up recruitment". Daily Tribune. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ "New season, new midfield magic! Say hello to our New Diggers: Diego Aspiras, Dilane Wamba Tafem, Kintaro Miyagi, and Zachary Taningco!". Manila Digger Football Club on Facebook. September 27, 2024. Retrieved November 2, 2024.
- ^ Suing, Ivan (September 30, 2024). "One Taguig starts PFL season with 3-1 win". Daily Tribune. Retrieved November 2, 2024.