News analysis
Safety trumps pedigree in S'pore winning rights to Cup
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When the Lions march out to open the Asean Football Federation (AFF) Suzuki Cup against Myanmar at the National Stadium on Dec 5, they could have up to 10,000 fans roaring them on from the stands.
It will be a welcome boost as they leverage on home ground advantage in their bid to win a fifth Suzuki Cup. They have Singapore's no-nonsense approach in managing the virus to thank for this.
