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Hougang United hold champions Lion City Sailors to 2-2 draw in SPL opener
Hougang United drew 2-2 with defending champions Lion City Sailors in their Singapore Premier League opener at Bishan Stadium on 12 September. Hougang led 2-0 through Ayman Kassimi and Oakley Cannonier before Sailors fought back with goals from Antonio Mance and Bobby Adekenye.
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Young Lions blend youth with experience as Izwan Mahbud returns
Young Lions open their Singapore Premier League season against FC Jurong at Jalan Besar Stadium on 13 September. Coach Firdaus Kassim said the side is mixing young players with experienced additions, including goalkeeper Izwan Mahbud, who returns to the national development squad.
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Singapore names 20 athletes for Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya
Singapore will send 20 athletes across nine sports to the 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, from Oct 18 to 24. The Singapore National Paralympic Council announced the contingent on Saturday, with para athlete James Ethan Ang named flag bearer at a ceremony at Gardens by the Bay. Eight athletes will make their Games debut, including former Paralympic sailor Jovin Tan in boccia and former swimmer Theresa Goh in shooting.
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Hougang United open SPL campaign against Lion City Sailors at Bishan
Hougang United begin their Singapore Premier League (SPL) campaign against defending champions Lion City Sailors at Bishan Stadium on 12 September. Head coach Akbar Nawas wants to build a lasting football structure and identity, while Sailors start the season without a head coach. Forward Jaushua Sotirio is expected to be key to Hougang's chances.
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Ilhan Fandi scores twice as Lion City Sailors beat Tampines Rovers 2-0 in Community Shield
Ilhan Fandi scored a brace as Lion City Sailors defeated Tampines Rovers 2-0 in the Community Shield at Jalan Besar on 6 September. The win avenged last season's defeat in the same competition.
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Wanyonyi wins Diamond League 800m final; Duplantis fitness doubt for Budapest
Kenya's Emmanuel Wanyonyi won the men's 800m at the Diamond League Final in Brussels, clocking 1:41.80. Pole vault star Mondo Duplantis withdrew with a leg issue, casting doubt on his participation in next week's Ultimate Championships in Budapest.
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Brazil, Japan, Paraguay to play friendlies at Singapore's National Stadium
Singapore's National Stadium will host a four-match football friendly series featuring Brazil, Japan, Paraguay and the Lions from November 13 to 17. Organizers The Kallang Group and Dentsu Sports International announced the event on September 3, with tickets going on sale September 4.