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Ilhan Fandi

The Lions’ long and winding road to the Asian Cup in Riyadh

In November 2025, The Lions ended more than four decades of hurt by qualifying for the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia.
In November 2025, The Lions ended more than four decades of hurt by qualifying for the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia.

Back from injury, Ilhan Fandi vows Lions will still ‘go all out’ against Bangladesh

Ilhan Fandi (far left) of Singapore in action during a training session held at the National Stadium ahead of the Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh on March 31, 2026.
Ilhan Fandi (far left) of Singapore in action during a training session held at the National Stadium ahead of the Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh on March 31, 2026.

Jordan Emaviwe hails Lions’ team support for bouncing back from worst moment of his career

Profile of Singaporean footballer Jordan Emaviwe at PARKROYAL on Beach Road on March 25, 2026. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO
Profile of Singaporean footballer Jordan Emaviwe at PARKROYAL on Beach Road on March 25, 2026. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO

Lions coach Gavin Lee demands humility and hunger even in dead rubber against Bangladesh

Lions coach Gavin Lee wants his team to make full use of each international window and match to prepare for the 2027 Asian Cup.
Lions coach Gavin Lee wants his team to make full use of each international window and match to prepare for the 2027 Asian Cup.

Irfan Fandi, Nur Adam Abdullah recalled for Lions’ March 31 Asian Cup qualifier

Irfan Fandi hopes to give Singapore a defensive boost after being handed a national-team recall alongside Nur Adam Abdullah.
Irfan Fandi hopes to give Singapore a defensive boost after being handed a national-team recall alongside Nur Adam Abdullah.

Jared Gallagher banks on Thai League route to elusive Lions cap

Jared Gallagher posing with Nakhon Ratchasima coach 
Surapong Kongthep.
Jared Gallagher posing with Nakhon Ratchasima coach 
Surapong Kongthep.

ST Full-time Report: S’pore football in the spotlight after Asian Cup qualification | Meet inline skater, 8, who’s making waves

Ilhan Fandi out for four weeks due to leg injury suffered during Lions’ Asian Cup qualifying win

Ilhan Fandi arriving at Changi Airport with the Lions on Nov 19 after securing historic Asian Cup qualification in Hong Kong.
Ilhan Fandi arriving at Changi Airport with the Lions on Nov 19 after securing historic Asian Cup qualification in Hong Kong.

Like father like son, but Ilhan Fandi has his own story to write

Ilhan Fandi interacting with fans at Changi Airport on Nov 19 after returning with the Singapore team from Hong Kong.
Ilhan Fandi interacting with fans at Changi Airport on Nov 19 after returning with the Singapore team from Hong Kong.

Happy, hot-scoring Ilhan Fandi out to beat India in Asian Cup qualifiers

Lions forward Ilhan Fandi says he will keep his moustache and stubble as long as he plays well.
Lions forward Ilhan Fandi says he will keep his moustache and stubble as long as he plays well.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.