Led by Aboitiz Foundation—with strong support from Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates, Apo Agua Infrastructura—and organized by Central Visayas Football Association (CVFA), the Aboitiz Football Cup (AFC) held its finals on March 15 and 16, 2025 at the Dynamic Herb-Borromeo Sports Complex in Cebu. Closing its 24th season, the AFC continued its celebration of football excellence while reinforcing its commitment to sustainability.

AFC Season 24 introduced the Wasteless Campaign in partnership with Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines’ (CCEAP) Tapon to Ipon: Basta Klaro, Panalo! program. Building on last year’s efforts, ‘Wasteless’ encourages athletes, coaches, and the football community to take part in the collection and recycling of clear PET bottles. Through Tapon to Ipon, PET bottles collected were sent to PETValue Philippines—Coca-Cola's pioneering, state-of-the-art recycling facility, a joint venture with Indorama Ventures—to give them new life.

“The Aboitiz Football Cup is more than just a tournament—it is a platform to instill positive values among athletes and inspire communities to take part in meaningful advocacies,” said Ginggay Hontiveros-Malvar, Aboitiz Foundation President. “This year, we are proud to reinforce our partnership with CCEAP to amplify the impact of our Wasteless Campaign, ensuring that our passion for football goes hand in hand with our responsibility to the environment.”

AFC Season 24’s Wasteless Campaign made a significant impact by instilling discipline and a sense of responsibility among participants while actively promoting sustainability. By collecting and properly segregating over 1,000 kg of post-consumer clear PET bottles—or, roughly, 53,000 bottles—the campaign not only highlighted its environmental benefits but also reinforced the importance of integrating sustainable practices into daily life.

“Through this partnership with Aboitiz Foundation for the Aboitiz Football Cup, we've demonstrated that every action—no matter how small—contributes to a cleaner, greener future. We are incredibly proud of all the team's achievements and the collective impact, not only on the field but also in our shared commitment to sustainability,” says Atty. Juan Lorenzo Tañada, CCEAP VP for Corporate & Regulatory Affairs. “This marks a first for our Tapon to Ipon: Basta Klaro, Panalo! program and we look forward to continuing our partnership as we work together towards a circular economy.”

To further maximize its impact, AFC partnered with host barangays and junk shops for the proper collection and sorting of bottles, adding value through effective waste management.

Meanwhile, AFC Season 24 held a thrilling showcase of talent among the rising football champions from Cebu, Batangas, Tarlac, and Davao who converged in Cebu for the Champions League. Teams from the Boys 16 (B16) and Boys 18 (B18) categories participated in friendly play matches, fostering camaraderie and sportsmanship among the nation’s young footballers. Representing different regions, these teams were:

Cebu: Team Don Bosco - Liloan; Team Don Bosco Technical College
Davao: Team Davao Hyenas FC; Team Rovers FC
Batangas: Team Blitzkrieg Football Foundation Batangas; Team Stingray FC
Tarlac: Team Clark International Football Academy; Team Don Bosco - Tarlac

Aboitiz Football Cup is committed to sustaining its environmental initiatives in future seasons, strengthening its partnership with CCEAP, and reinforcing the football community’s role in the circular economy. Through continued engagement, AFC aims to inspire athletes and fans to champion sustainability both on and off the field.

Visit the Aboitiz Football Cup Season 24 Facebook page, for more details on the football tournament and results. AFC Season 24 is made possible through the support of Aboitiz Foundation partners, including Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates, Apo Agua Infrastructura, Inc., Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines, and the Central Visayas Football Association, with additional backing from AboitizPower’s Thermal Group, and AdventEnergy.