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06/08/2025

𝗔𝗙𝗖 𝗨𝟮𝟬 𝗪𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗡’𝗦 𝗔𝗦𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗨𝗣 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲™ 𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗘𝗥𝗦 – 𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗣 𝗙 𝗞𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗦 𝗢𝗙𝗙 𝗜𝗡 𝗞𝗨𝗔𝗟𝗔 𝗟𝗨𝗠𝗣𝗨𝗥

KUALA LUMPUR, 2025, AUGUST 06 - The stage is set at Kuala Lumpur Stadium.

Group F of the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ Qualifiers kicks off today in the Malaysian capital, as four nations begin their campaign for a place in next year’s Finals.

In the lead-up to the opening fixtures, Japan completed their final preparations under humid conditions.

Meanwhile, the head coaches and captains of Japan, Iran, Guam, and host nation Malaysia gathered for the official pre-match press conference, where they addressed the media ahead of the tournament’s kickoff.

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04/08/2025

𝗦𝗣𝗟 𝗞𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗦 𝗢𝗙𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗛 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗘𝗟𝗗 𝗢𝗡 𝟭𝟲 𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧

The 2025/26 Singapore Premier League (SPL) season is almost here – and the intensity is already building.

It all starts on 16 August with the Community Shield, where last season’s Singapore Cup finalists Lion City Sailors Football Club and BG Tampines Rovers Football Club face off in a fiery curtain-raiser at Jurong East Stadium. A week later, the league campaign kicks off proper on 23 August, with Albirex Niigata FC Singapore taking on Balestier Khalsa Football Club, also at Jurong East.

All matches this season will be played Friday to Monday, with 7:30pm kick-offs – giving fans more consistency in following the action.

This year, eight clubs will battle it out over 21 matches each in a triple round-robin format, with every point critical in the race for domestic glory.

And whether you’re at the stadium or watching from home, every match will be broadcast 'LIVE' on Singtel TV, StarHub TV, meWATCH, and the SPL YouTube channel.

👉 Full 2025/26 SPL fixtures: https://bit.ly/4lcjOge

Let the season begin.

30/07/2025

𝗚𝗬𝗢̈𝗞𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗦 𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗧 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗦 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞 𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗦

2025, JULY 29 - Viktor Gyökeres’ arrival at Arsenal has triggered a surge in shirt sales, with demand for his No. 14 jersey already surpassing any previous club record for a new signing.

While final figures from various outlets and retailers are still being compiled, early indicators confirm that Gyökeres is now the most sought-after name on Arsenal shirts in recent memory.

The 27-year-old forward completed his move from Sporting CP on 26 July for an initial fee of €63.5 million (£54.8m). He immediately joined up with Arsenal’s squad for their pre-season tour of Asia, starting in Singapore before heading to Hong Kong. Gyökeres was introduced to the crowd at the Singapore National Stadium ahead of Arsenal’s friendly against Newcastle United, receiving a rousing ovation from the fans.

Speaking after the match, manager Mikel Arteta shared that the club’s players and staff are “very excited” about Gyökeres’ arrival — a sentiment clearly echoed by the supporters. Arsenal fans have long awaited the signing of a new centre-forward, and the anticipation around Gyökeres has translated into exceptional levels of enthusiasm.

The striker’s choice of squad number has added further intrigue. Although he typically wears No. 9 — currently occupied by Gabriel Jesus — Gyökeres opted for No. 14, famously worn by Arsenal legend and all-time top scorer Thierry Henry.

Previously, the most popular names on Arsenal shirts included Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, and Martin Ødegaard. There has also been increasing demand for Myles Lewis-Skelly kits, boosted by his No. 49 shirt — a tribute to the club’s 49-match unbeaten run under Arsène Wenger.

Since joining from Sporting CP, however, Gyökeres has outstripped them all.

24/07/2025

𝗠𝗢𝗦𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗥𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗠𝗢𝗩𝗘, 𝗦𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠 𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗘

2025, JULY 24 - Spanish defender Cristhian Mosquera has completed his move to Arsenal from Valencia C.F, becoming one of the Gunners’ latest summer signings.

The 21-year-old centre-back, who will wear the No. 3 shirt, impressed in LaLiga last season with his composure and maturity, earning a step up to the Premier League.

Mosquera is set to link up with his new teammates in Singapore for the Singapore Festival of Football, where Arsenal will face Newcastle United on 27 July at the National Stadium — a fixture that could mark his potential debut in red and white.

21/07/2025

𝗔𝗖 𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝗢𝗙 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗧𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗗𝗘𝗕𝗨𝗧

SINGAPORE, 2025, JULY 21 - Italian giants AC Milan have arrived in Singapore for their first-ever appearance at the Singapore Festival of Football, led by returning head coach Massimiliano Allegri.

The Rossoneri touched down late on 20 July to a warm welcome from fans outside their hotel. At the pre-match press conference held at the National Stadium, Allegri was joined by defender Fikayo Tomori, and both expressed their excitement to be part of this prestigious pre-season event in Asia.

AC Milan will open their Singapore campaign with a marquee match against Arsenal on 23 July at 7:30pm (SGT) at the National Stadium. This fixture will be played for the Tridentity Cup, presented by Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd.

🔴⚫ Full AC Milan Travelling Squad:

𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀: Mike Maignan, Matteo Pittarella, Pietro Terracciano, Lorenzo Torriani

𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀: Davide Bartesaghi, Matteo Duțu, Matteo Gabbia, Álex Jiménez, Vittorio Magni, Strahinja Pavlović, Filippo Terracciano, Malick Thiaw, Fikayo Tomori

𝗠𝗶𝗱𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀: Warren Bondo, Christian Comotto, Youssouf Fofana, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Yunus Musah, Christian Pulisic, Samuele Ricci

𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀: Alexis Saelemaekers, Samuel Chukwueze, Lorenzo Colombo, Rafael Leão, Mattia Liberali, Noah Okafor

Tickets are priced from $108 and can be purchased via Ticketek Singapore.

21/07/2025

𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛 𝗗𝗢𝗪𝗡 𝗔𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝗢𝗙 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗧𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗟

SINGAPORE, 2025, JULY 21 - Arsenal have arrived in Singapore for the second edition of the Singapore Festival of Football, with manager Mikel Arteta appearing at a press conference earlier today to mark the start of their pre-season activities.

The North London club will feature in two high-profile matches at the National Stadium, taking on AC Milan on 23 July, followed by a clash with Newcastle United on 27 July. Sandwiched between the two fixtures is an Open Training Session on 25 July, offering fans a rare opportunity to see the Gunners train live and interact with their favourite players.

Arsenal’s travelling squad includes a mix of first-team regulars, new signings, and emerging youth players. Notable names include Bukayo Saka, Martin Ødegaard, Declan Rice, Gabriel Martinelli, David Raya, and new signing Kepa Arrizabalaga, who joined the club from Chelsea Football Club for £5 million. Academy talents like Ethan Nwaneri, Myles Lewis-Skelly, and Ismeal Kabia are also part of the touring party.

🔴 Full Arsenal Travelling Squad:
𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀: David Raya, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Tommy Setford, Alexei Rojas-Fedorushchenko

𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀: Ben White, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhães, Jakub Kiwior, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Riccardo Calafiori, Jurriën Timber, Marli Salmon

𝗠𝗶𝗱𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀: Declan Rice, Martin Ødegaard, Mikel Merino, Martin Zubimendi, Christian Nørgaard, Sambi Lokonga, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Max Dowman, Andre Harriman-Annous

𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀: Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, Kai Havertz, Reiss Nelson, Ethan Nwaneri, Ismeal Kabia, Louie Copley, Josh Nichols

Tickets for both matches are priced from $108, while general admission for the Open Training Session is available at $32. All tickets can be purchased via Ticketek Singapore.

The Singapore Festival of Football is set to bring world-class football action to local and regional fans, continuing Singapore’s push as a destination for top-tier international sporting events.

06/07/2025

𝗟𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗦𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗢𝗥𝗦 𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗨𝗪𝗔𝗡 𝗢𝗡 𝗟𝗢𝗔𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱/𝟮𝟲

2025, JULY 06 - Lion City Sailors Football Club have secured the services of experienced Singapore international Safuwan Baharudin on loan from Selangor FC for the Singapore Premier League 2025/26 season.

The 33-year-old defender, who has 124 Singapore caps and previously made history as the first Singaporean to feature in Australia’s A-Leagues with Melbourne City FC, brings leadership and stability to the Sailors’ backline.

Safuwan reunites with familiar national teammates as the Sailors look to build on their domestic treble and historic run to the AFC Champions League Two Final last season.

“I’m excited to join a club that’s pushing the boundaries for Singapore football. I’m here to help us reach even greater heights,” said Safuwan.

The Sailors will begin pre-season next week as they prepare to defend their titles and compete in the ACL Two and ASEAN Club Championship Cup.

Photo credit: Lion City Sailors Football Club

03/07/2025

𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗣𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗧𝗢 𝗜𝗠𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗡𝗢. 𝟮𝟬 𝗝𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗘𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗗𝗜𝗢𝗚𝗢 𝗝𝗢𝗧𝗔 𝗔𝗙𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗚𝗜𝗖 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗛

2025, JULY 03 - Liverpool FC forward Diogo Jota has tragically passed away at the age of 28 following a car accident in northern Spain on Thursday. His brother, André Silva, also lost his life in the incident.

The accident occurred in the province of Zamora, close to the Portuguese border, as Jota and his brother were travelling by car to the northern Spanish port city of Santander. The pair had planned to take the ferry back to England, where Jota was due to report for pre-season training with Liverpool next week.

Reports from CNN Portugal and BBC Sport have confirmed that Jota had recently undergone minor lung surgery and had been advised against flying. As a result, he opted to drive from Porto, Portugal, to Santander - around 190 miles each way.

Local authorities revealed that the accident happened when the tyre of Jota's Lamborghini SUV burst while overtaking another vehicle. The car skidded off the road and caught fire, leading to the fatal crash.

Jota, who joined Liverpool in 2020 from Wolverhampton Wanderers FC, made 182 appearances for the Reds, scoring 65 goals. He played a key role in Liverpool's recent successes, including winning the FA Cup and League Cup in 2022, as well as the Premier League title in 2025.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot and former boss Jürgen Klopp were among those who paid tribute to the Portuguese international, praising his talent, work ethic, and invaluable contributions to the team.

Born in Porto on December 9, 1996, Diogo Jota began his professional career with FC Paços de Ferreira, before spells at Atlético de Madrid, FC Porto (loan), and Wolves, prior to his move to Anfield.

The football world has been united in grief as tributes pour in from fans, teammates, and clubs around the globe.

As a lasting tribute to Diogo Jota’s immense contribution, Liverpool will retire his iconic No. 20 jersey. The decision honours the profound impact Jota made during his five years at Anfield, where he became a beloved figure and helped the club win its historic 20th league title in the 2024/25 season.

A special commemoration is planned when the new season begins, ensuring Jota’s name and No. 20 shirt will forever be remembered at Anfield.

02/07/2025

𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗘𝗥 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗚𝗨𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗦𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱/𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗢𝗡

2025, JULY 02 - Key updates have been confirmed ahead of the new Singapore Premier League (SPL) season starting this August:

🔸 8 teams, three-round format (21 matches per club)
🔸 SPL matches to be played Friday–Monday, kick-off at 7:30pm
🔸 Up to 7 foreign players allowed on the pitch in SPL
🔸 Minimum 4 Singaporean players on field in SPL matches
🔸 New SPL2 league to replace the U21 competition
🔸 SPL2 matches scheduled Monday–Wednesday
🔸 SPL2 requires 6 locals on field, including 4 U23s
🔸 Clubs will register 1 squad (36–50 players) for both SPL & SPL2
🔸 Total prize pool increases to S$600K (Champions: S$200K)
🔸 Season starts 16 August with Community Shield; SPL begins 23 August

Read more: http://bit.ly/45Rd0R9

02/07/2025

𝗝𝗔𝗥𝗢𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗔𝗞 𝗪𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗡 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗟𝗢𝗔𝗡 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗟𝗟 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗭𝗢 𝗢𝗦𝗔𝗞𝗔

OSAKA, 2025, JULY 02 – CEREZO OSAKA have announced that Thai forward Jaroensak Wonggorn has completed his loan spell with the club, returning to parent club BG Pathum United following the expiration of his temporary move.

The 27-year-old joined the J.League (Japan Professional Football League)/Jリーグ side on loan from Thailand earlier this year and made two appearances in domestic cup competitions, scoring once during his brief stint in Japan.

Jaroensak is a versatile attacker with extensive experience across various Thai League clubs and has represented Thailand at all youth levels up to the senior national team.

Reflecting on his departure, Jaroensak expressed gratitude to the club and its supporters:

“First of all, I would like to thank the coaches, staff, teammates, and all the Cerezo fans. The time has come for me to leave the team. It’s a bit disappointing that the wonderful time we spent together was so short.

I’m sorry that I couldn’t contribute to the team, but I’m truly happy to have been part of the Cerezo family. I was very happy to be warmly welcomed from day one. I look forward to the day we can meet again. Lastly, I sincerely wish Cerezo success and the achievement of its goals.”

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01/07/2025

𝗞𝗘𝗣𝗔 𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗜𝗭𝗔𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗚𝗔 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗦𝗘𝗔

2025, JULY 01 - Arsenal have completed the signing of Spanish goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea Football Club in a deal worth £5 million.

The 30-year-old joins the Gunners on a three-year contract, with a release clause included in the agreement. He will wear the No. 13 shirt for the 2025/26 season.

Kepa spent the past two seasons on loan at Real Madrid C.F. and AFC Bournemouth, keeping nine clean sheets in 35 appearances for the Cherries as they registered the sixth-best defensive record in the Premier League last season.

Signed as back-up to first-choice goalkeeper David Raya, Kepa was among Arsenal's top targets this summer. The club also explored a move for Joan García from RCD Espanyol de Barcelona, who eventually joined FC Barcelona.

Fans in Singapore will get their first chance to see Kepa in action later this month, as Arsenal take part in the Singapore Festival of Football, facing AC Milan on 23 July and Newcastle United on 27 July at the National Stadium.

01/07/2025

𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗫 𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡 𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗞𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗 𝗟𝗘𝗘 𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗚-𝗬𝗘𝗢𝗟 𝗢𝗡 𝗟𝗢𝗔𝗡 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝗙𝗖 𝗢𝗦𝗔𝗞𝗔

2025, JUNE 29 - Albirex Niigata FC Singapore have announced the loan signing of South Korean forward Lee Dong-yeol from J3 League side FC大阪 -official ahead of the 2025/26 Singapore Premier League season.

The 21-year-old stands at 180cm, is right-footed, and has been capped at U23 level for 대한축구협회 Korea Football Association.

Speaking about the move, Lee said he hopes to let his actions speak louder than words in his first season abroad. “I’ll give everything on the pitch to make sure I have no regrets,” he said. “I will do my best to help the team achieve as many victories as possible.”

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