The Singapore Women's National team recently clinched third-place at the 2024 AFF Cup, which secured qualification for the 2025 ASEAN Women’s Championship. But despite the main objective being met, observers have questioned the performances. So what are the challenges that plague the women's game, and what are the efforts being taken to overcome them? Karim Bencherifa, head coach of the Women's National Team, sheds light on Sports Minutes.

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The Singapore Women's National team recently clinched third-place at the 2024 AFF Cup, which secured qualification for the 2025 ASEAN Women&rsquo;s Championship. But despite the main objective being met, observers have questioned the performances. So what are the challenges that plague the women's game, and what are the efforts being taken to overcome them? Karim Bencherifa, head coach of the Women's National Team, sheds light on Sports Minutes.
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Sports Minutes: Onwards and upwards for the Singapore Lionesses?

It's all to play for heading into the final round of Group A fixtures in the ASEAN Championship after Singapore's 4-2 loss to Thailand. But does the endeavour shown in the opening half, coupled by a sizeable turnout of 22,611 fans give the Lions fresh optimism and impetus to secure a spot in the semi-finals? Deepanraj Ganesan weighs in on Sports Minutes.

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It's all to play for heading into the final round of Group A fixtures in the ASEAN Championship after Singapore's 4-2 loss to Thailand. But does the endeavour shown in the opening half, coupled by a sizeable turnout of 22,611 fans give the Lions fresh optimism and impetus to secure a spot in the semi-finals? Deepanraj Ganesan weighs in on Sports Minutes.
READ MORE: https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/singapore-throw-away-two-goal-lead-in-4-2-defeat-by-thailand-in-asean-championship-group-stage-tie
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Sports Minutes: Singapore’s qualification hopes hang in the balance after 4-2 defeat to Thailand 

Sports Minutes heads into the Lions Den for this episode, as we check in with Shahdan Sulaiman ahead of Singapore's match against Thailand on 17th December. Has 6 points from the opening 2 matches papered over the cracks, and could this be the 36-year old's final hurrah for the National Team? All that more on this episode!

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Sports Minutes heads into the Lions Den for this episode, as we check in with Shahdan Sulaiman ahead of Singapore's match against Thailand on 17th December. Has 6 points from the opening 2 matches papered over the cracks, and could this be the 36-year old's final hurrah for the National Team? All that more on this episode!
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Sports Minutes: Shahdan Sulaiman on ‘surprise’ call-up, AFF Championship so far, assignment against Thailand and his future

A win is a win, but what did we learn from Singapore's AFF Championship 2-1 win over Cambodia on opening day? And will the Lions last the cause if they continue to remain toothless? Deepanraj Ganesan weighs in on Sports Minutes!

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A win is a win, but what did we learn from Singapore's AFF Championship 2-1 win over Cambodia on opening day? And will the Lions last the cause if they continue to remain toothless? Deepanraj Ganesan weighs in on Sports Minutes!
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Sports Minutes: Fans lament "toothless" showing despite Singapore's 2-1 win over Cambodia

What if football was more than just a game? On Sports Minutes, 17-year-old Denilson - a footballer with Geylang International - shares how the beautiful game became his safe haven from life’s challenges. From growing up without his parents to training in Japan, he talks about resilience, grit, and chasing a dream against all odds.

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What if football was more than just a game? On Sports Minutes, 17-year-old Denilson - a footballer with Geylang International - shares how the beautiful game became his safe haven from life’s challenges. From growing up without his parents to training in Japan, he talks about resilience, grit, and chasing a dream against all odds.
READ MORE: <a href="https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/football-gives-geylang-international-youth-player-denilson-purpose-and-new-experiences">https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/football-gives-geylang-international-youth-player-denilson-purpose-and-new-experiences</a>
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Sports Minutes: How football provided a sanctuary and gave hope to 17-year old Denilson

Ever heard of the saying “you only realise what you’ve lost when it’s gone”? Well that has certainly been the case for Tanjong Pagar United this season - with a host of high profile exits, both within their coaching team and playing personnel culminating in the team languishing at the bottom of the Singapore Premier League table. Why and how has it amounted to this? And was it a case of jumping ship before sinking for those who have departed? Former Jaguar Blake Ricciuto spills the beans Sports Minutes.

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Ever heard of the saying “you only realise what you’ve lost when it’s gone”? Well that has certainly been the case for Tanjong Pagar United this season - with a host of high profile exits, both within their coaching team and playing personnel culminating in the team languishing at the bottom of the Singapore Premier League table. Why and how has it amounted to this? And was it a case of jumping ship before sinking for those who have departed? Former Jaguar Blake Ricciuto spills the beans Sports Minutes.
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Sports Minutes: Blake Ricciuto on Tanjong Pagar’s troubles, life after leaving Singapore and more

What happens when medal-winning athletes exchange the thrill of victory for the challenges of the corporate world? Sports Minutes delves into the inspiring journeys of champions who’ve channeled their resilience and passion to excel beyond the world of sports - in conversation with Wendy Koh, Managing Director & Executive Vice President of Capgemini SEA, Rachel Yang, a retired national pole vaulter who set national records despite a career-threatening spinal injury, now a senior consultant at Capgemini & Angelina Liu, a Capgemini Women in Rugby Leadership Programme member.

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What happens when medal-winning athletes exchange the thrill of victory for the challenges of the corporate world? Sports Minutes delves into the inspiring journeys of champions who’ve channeled their resilience and passion to excel beyond the world of sports - in conversation with Wendy Koh, Managing Director &amp; Executive Vice President of Capgemini SEA, Rachel Yang, a retired national pole vaulter who set national records despite a career-threatening spinal injury, now a senior consultant at Capgemini &amp; Angelina Liu, a Capgemini Women in Rugby Leadership Programme member.
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Sports Minutes: An athlete’s playbook for corporate success

So, what went wrong for our Lions? Just days after a thrilling win over Myanmar, Singapore stumbled in a 3-2 defeat to Chinese Taipei, leaving fans frustrated and questioning the team’s readiness ahead of the upcoming AFF Championship. We hear from various players within the camp as well as Deepanraj Ganesan - unpacking the lessons learnt and the road ahead for Ogura and co.

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So, what went wrong for our Lions? Just days after a thrilling win over Myanmar, Singapore stumbled in a 3-2 defeat to Chinese Taipei, leaving fans frustrated and questioning the team’s readiness ahead of the upcoming AFF Championship. We hear from various players within the camp as well as Deepanraj Ganesan - unpacking the lessons learnt and the road ahead for Ogura and co.
READ MORE: <a href="https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/lions-flunk-final-test-before-aff-championship-campaign-losing-3-2-to-chinese-taipei">https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/lions-flunk-final-test-before-aff-championship-campaign-losing-3-2-to-chinese-taipei</a>
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Sports Minutes: Singapore's AFF Championship preparations hit a speed bump, but what did we learn from the two friendlies?

Think your age holds you back? Think again, Because aged 48, Tham Boon Kit became a world champion in martial arts - proving that active aging unlocks strength, purpose, and possibility. Tune in to hear his journey and get inspired to rethink what age can mean for you.

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Think your age holds you back? Think again, Because aged 48, Tham Boon Kit became a world champion in martial arts - proving that active aging unlocks strength, purpose, and possibility. Tune in to hear his journey and get inspired to rethink what age can mean for you. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! <a href="mailto:raushan@sph.com.sg">raushan@sph.com.sg</a>

Sports Minutes: How this 48-year old redefined ageing to be crowned a world champion

A late comeback clinched Singapore a 3-2 victory over Myanmar - their first win in over a year. But can the Lions keep this momentum heading into the AFF Championship? We hear from the goal scorers and Faris Ramli, who doesn’t hold back on the team’s flaws – plus, Safuwan Baharudin - who's availability for selection is now in question. 

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A late comeback clinched Singapore a 3-2 victory over Myanmar - their first win in over a year. But can the Lions keep this momentum heading into the AFF Championship? We hear from the goal scorers and Faris Ramli, who doesn’t hold back on the team’s flaws – plus, Safuwan Baharudin - who's availability for selection is now in question. 
READ MORE: <a href="https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/late-comeback-sees-singapore-beat-myanmar-in-warmup-match-for-mitsubishi-electric-cup">https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/late-comeback-sees-singapore-beat-myanmar-in-warmup-match-for-mitsubishi-electric-cup</a>
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Sports Minutes: Singapore rev up AFF Championship preparations with 3-2 win over Myanmar

Delve beyond the headlines in the world of sport to suss out the synergy between sport and daily life by tuning in daily for all the big sporting stories, quirky anecdotes and hot takes on Sports Minutes.

Delve beyond the headlines in the world of sport to suss out the synergy between sport and daily life by tuning in daily for all the big sporting stories, quirky anecdotes and hot takes on Sports Minutes.

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