Kung sakto ka lang nakabalik sa Taskforce Firewall, alam mo na hindi biro ang ganap dito. Buong linggo, tampok ang tunggalian sa loob ng Team Firewall, and Episode 87 just made it official.
What happened in Episode 87?
According to GMA Network's own upload of the episode, Martin, played by Luis Hontiveros, officially took on his new role as the chief of Taskforce Firewall, replacing Isabelle "Isa" Cervantes, played by Kylie Padilla. The episode centers on this handover and does not shy away from the tension it creates, asking straight up whether the whole team is ready to embrace Martin as their new leader.
Wasn't Galo supposed to be leading the team?
Earlier this month, Isa stepped back from leading Team Firewall and named Galileo "Galo" Villareal, an ex soldier played by Miguel Tanfelix, as officer in charge while she was away. Galo took over as OIC and had been running the team in her absence. Episode 87 shifts that arrangement, with Martin stepping into the chief role instead, on top of the OIC period Galo had already been serving.
Why is this leadership change such a big deal?
Team Firewall has already been dealing with friction since Galo took over as OIC, especially with Leila, the sharpshooter lawyer on the team played by Cheska Fausto, who has struggled to accept how the leadership situation has played out. Adding Martin into the mix as the new official chief raises the stakes even further, since it means the team now has to adjust to yet another change in command.
Why does this episode matter?
A leadership change sa gitna ng isang elite task force is never simple, lalo na kung may unresolved na personal issues involved sa team. By making Martin's appointment official, Episode 87 sets up a real test kung kaya niyang panindigan ang puwesto, at kung tatanggapin siya nang buo ng mga taong sanay na sa ibang klaseng pamumuno.
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Quick answers
Who is the new chief of Team Firewall in Episode 87?
Martin, played by Luis Hontiveros, officially became the new chief, replacing Isa.
What was Galo's role before Episode 87?
Galo, played by Miguel Tanfelix, had been serving as OIC of Team Firewall while Isa stepped back.
What time does Taskforce Firewall air?
It airs Monday to Friday at 8:50 PM on GMA Prime, with a later telecast on GTV at 10:30 PM.
This is a written recap of the GMA episode that aired on September 22, 2026. The video at the top is the official upload, embedded from YouTube. Want to watch the episode itself? Find it on GMA Network's official YouTube channel.
Sources and credits: GMA Network on YouTube - Full Episode 87 | GMA Entertainment - Taskforce Firewall: The new chief Ep. 87 Teaser. All photos and show names belong to their respective owners.
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