THE Philippines football team has tested negative for Influenza A (H1N1), a day after one of its players came down with the virus at the ongoing Asian Youth Games (AYG) in Singapore.

But all 20 members of the squad, including two coaches and a doctor, will remain in quarantine at the Aloha Loyang Resort until Friday, say organisers.

The Philippines was originally slated to play in Group B with Iran and Chinese Taipei, but its matches have since been postponed.

AYG spokesman Jose Raymond told The Straits Times on Sunday that 'fixtures for the other groups are not affected'.

But it is understood that the Philippine team will be asked to withdraw from the tournament, as it is not feasible to extend the competition dates to accommodate them.

Meanwhile, the infected footballer is still undergoing medical treatment at the Communicable Disease Centre, where he is in stable condition.

The 14-year-old developed flu-like symptoms last Friday, and tested positive for the virus a day later.