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Singapore football

Diogo Costa’s move from left is right decision for Lion City Sailors

Lion City Sailors’ Diogo Costa (white, 29) scores the first goal against Balestier Khalsa during the Singapore Premier League match at Bishan Stadium on March 15, 2026.
Lion City Sailors’ Diogo Costa (white, 29) scores the first goal against Balestier Khalsa during the Singapore Premier League match at Bishan Stadium on March 15, 2026.

BG Tampines Rovers exit ACL2, but vow to return, go one step further

Bangkok United’s Ilias Alhaft (left) tussling for the ball with BG Tampines Rovers’ Takeshi Yoshimoto during their sides' 2-2 draw in the AFC Champions League Two quarter-final, second leg at the Jalan Besar Stadium on March 12.
Bangkok United’s Ilias Alhaft (left) tussling for the ball with BG Tampines Rovers’ Takeshi Yoshimoto during their sides' 2-2 draw in the AFC Champions League Two quarter-final, second leg at the Jalan Besar Stadium on March 12.

When he scores in SPL, his team never lose: Meet Balestier Khalsa’s Jakov Katusa

With four goals and nine assists in 10 league games, Jakuv Katusa has emerged as a key player for Balestier Khalsa as they move up to fourth in the eight-team Singapore Premier League.
With four goals and nine assists in 10 league games, Jakuv Katusa has emerged as a key player for Balestier Khalsa as they move up to fourth in the eight-team Singapore Premier League.

Lions’ friendly against Faroe Islands in Dubai called off due to Middle East war

The Lions celebrating after winning 2-1 in Hong Kong to secure maiden Asian Cup qualification.
The Lions celebrating after winning 2-1 in Hong Kong to secure maiden Asian Cup qualification.

Manpower Ministry investigating Hougang United, player ‘for working without a valid work pass’

Hougang United and Gloire Amanda are under Ministry of Manpower investigation for the case involving the footballer “working without a valid work pass”.
Hougang United and Gloire Amanda are under Ministry of Manpower investigation for the case involving the footballer “working without a valid work pass”.

On-loan striker Abdul Rasaq ends drought to help Albirex Niigata beat Tanjong Pagar United 2-0

Albirex Niigata striker Abdul Rasaq (left) celebrates with team-mate Shingo Nakano after scoring the opener in the 2-0 Singapore Premier League win over Tanjong Pagar United.
Albirex Niigata striker Abdul Rasaq (left) celebrates with team-mate Shingo Nakano after scoring the opener in the 2-0 Singapore Premier League win over Tanjong Pagar United.

BG Tampines Rovers handed ACL2 lifeline after error-strewn q-final, first leg against Bangkok United

BG Tampines Rovers attacker Trent Buhagiar, surrounded by (from right) Bangkok United's Jakkapan Praisuwan Pokklaw Anan and Philipe Maia, grabs a goal for the Stags in their 2-1 loss in their AFC Champions League quarter-final first-leg match.
BG Tampines Rovers attacker Trent Buhagiar, surrounded by (from right) Bangkok United's Jakkapan Praisuwan Pokklaw Anan and Philipe Maia, grabs a goal for the Stags in their 2-1 loss in their AFC Champions League quarter-final first-leg match.

Former North Korea youth international Yang Hyeon-ju proving to be timely addition for Albirex Niigata

Albirex Niigata winger Yang Hyon-ju (right) taking on Lion City Sailors defender Lionel Tan in their 3-3 Singapore Premier League draw on Feb 28.
Albirex Niigata winger Yang Hyon-ju (right) taking on Lion City Sailors defender Lionel Tan in their 3-3 Singapore Premier League draw on Feb 28.

Journey ‘Through The Tunnel’ with the Lions’ travelling exhibition

“Through the Tunnel”, a travelling exhibition developed by the Football Association of Singapore (FAS) in partnership with The Straits Times and sports collectible firm Playback Asia, kicked off at Our Tampines Hub on Feb 26 and 27
“Through the Tunnel”, a travelling exhibition developed by the Football Association of Singapore (FAS) in partnership with The Straits Times and sports collectible firm Playback Asia, kicked off at Our Tampines Hub on Feb 26 and 27

Hougang United sanctioned for fielding ineligible footballer in SPL match

Gloire Amanda (left) in action for Hougang United in the Singapore Premier League in a match against the Young Lions on Jan 30.
Gloire Amanda (left) in action for Hougang United in the Singapore Premier League in a match against the Young Lions on Jan 30.

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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.