Paolo Bugas

Paolo Bugas (born October 22, 1994) is a Filipino footballer who plays as a forward for Philippines Football League club Kaya F.C.–Iloilo. He has also played for the Philippines national team.

College career Bugas was born at Nabunturan, Compostela Valley (now Davao de Oro) and a player for the FEU Tamaraws football team of the Far Eastern University. He was named Most Valuable Player at UAAP Season 76 in 2014.

Club career

Loyola On 8 March 2014, Bugas made his debut for the Sparks as a substitute, replacing Simon Greatwich at the 62nd minute against Global.

Global On 18 July 2015, Bugas made his debut for Global in a 2–2 draw against Manila Jeepney. He came in as a substitute replacing OJ Clariño on the 67th minute.

Davao Aguilas He is a part of the Davao Aguilas squad for the 2023 Copa Paulino Alcantara season.

United City In January 2024, Bugas has signed with United City F.C. in the Philippines Football League.

International career He made his first International cap for the Philippines in a 3-nil home victory against Cambodia

Bugas came in as a substitute in the 66th minute replacing Daisuke Sato in a friendly match against the Maldives on September 3, 2015.

Coaching career Bugas started his coaching career in 2024 with Far Eastern University Diliman as part of the coaching staff of the high school football team.