May 5th, 2026 | Broadcast
Unity Through Football overcame Renown Football Academy by 3-2 in an absorbing final to clinch the inaugural LSR Copa Simha Under-12 Football Championship held on April 25 and 26 at the D.S. Senanayake College ground in Wijerama Mawatha.
Unity Through Football, who emerged runners-up of Group ‘C’ next to finalists Renown Football Academy, returned with great vengeance to win the crucial final in a nail-biting final. Both teams advanced to the final with confidence as eventual winners Unity Through Football defeated Gateway College by 3-0, while Renown FA overcame Football Lab Academy by 1-0 in the semi-finals.
Winners – Unity Through Football
Renown FA enjoyed a good run in the initial round of the two-day competition, but failed to live up to their expectations when mattered most. However their star striker Ferdinand Storyberg was named the Most Valuable Player of the competition, while M.S.M. Pisari of Unity Through Football won the award for the Top Goal Scorer. In the third place playoff, Gateway College overcame Football Lab Academy by 1-0.
In the quarter-finals, Unity Through Football defeated Manchester Soccer Academy 3-1, while Renown FA beat Colombo International School by 2-1. Gateway College overcame Wesley College by 2-1 while Football Lab Academy beat Colombo Youth Football by 2-1 to reach the semi-final stage.
Runners-up – Renown Football Academy
From the group stage, Manchester SA topped Group ‘A’ with nine point and advanced to the quarter-finals alongside runners-up Colombo International School, who claimed six points. Hills Football Academy and D.S. Senanayake College failed to advance from the group stage. Wesley College topped Group ‘B’ with nine points and entered the quarters with Football Lab Academy, who claimed six points, while Stafford International School and Rangiri Dambulla NS failed to move ahead.
Overall runners-up Renown FA topped Group ‘C’ with four points, alongside eventual winners Unity Through Football, who also claimed four points to enter the quarters, while without a single point Colombo Kickersz stalled their campaign from the two-day competition. With four points each, Colombo Youth Football topped Group ‘D’, while Gateway College emerged runners-up, with Colombo Athletic and Football Club failed to move ahead.
Most Valuable Player – Ferdinand Storyberg of Renown FA
The inaugural Copa Simha was presented by Lanka Sportreizen (LSR), the country’s leading organisation sporting and sports tourism promoter, who partnered with SingaCup, a Singapore-based youth football advocate, to launch its famed Copa Simha in Sri Lanka. LSR’s first youth sporting initiative, featured competition in the Under-12 Boys Category.
As an entity that promotes tourism through sports in Sri Lanka, LSR has played a pivotal role in the planning, coordination, and successful execution of major sporting events for nearly two decades. The LSR Colombo Marathon, attracting thousands of local and international long distance runners, Sri Lanka T-Cup Coast-to-Coast Road Cycling Event, Rumble in the Jungle Mountain Bike Championship, and multiple international and domestic surfing events held across Sri Lanka’s coastal belt, are a few events LSR organise, conduct and promote the country through sports tourism on an annual basis.
Top Goal Scorer – M.S.M. Pisari of Unity Through Football
“All these events have been managed to the required international standards with a strong emphasis on professionalism, safety, and positive stakeholder collaboration. Even by hosting Copa Simha, LSR followed the same protocols and standards, to meet the criteria of our partners, SingaCup of Singapore and the country’s football federation, who are very supportive to this cause,” stated Thilak Weerasinghe, the Chairman of Lanka Sportreizen.
“This is an initiative made in 2011 in Singapore and this year is our 16th edition. Football is a sport that has no boundaries and open to any person, help form new friendship and unite different communities. This is a partnership that could grow to become a fruitful one, productive and beneficial for the young athletes who will become part of this,” Selvakumar Panneerselvam, the Managing Director of SingaCup.
Pix by M.A. Pushpa Kumara
The SingaCup is one of the annual and main sporting attractions in Singapore, a country that has already gained fame and recognition for hosting the Singapore F1, World Rugby 7s Series, Singapore Triathlon and Singapore Table Tennis Smash. The SingaCup has gained the same recognition as any other international sporting event hosted by Singapore, for helping young footballers shape their talents and reach international standards with the exposure it provides.
After its success following the inaugural edition, Copa Simha will now become part of LSR’s annual sports calendar. The Under-12 Boys Football Tournament was designed to provide young athletes with valuable international exposure, competitive match play, and opportunities for cross-cultural engagement.
Original Article: https://www.sundaytimes.lk/260503/sports/unity-through-football-seal-inaugural-copa-simha-640304.html
December 1st, 2025 | Broadcast
Jakarta: Achieving another achievement, Al Azhar 6 Jakapermai Islamic Junior High School managed to make an international achievement through its student, Harley Isnaini Ifwa. Together with the Tajimalela Football Academy (FA) U-14 Team, Harley won 1st place at the prestigious SingaCup 2025 event which was attended by teams from various Asian countries.
Not only being one of the key players, Harley is also trusted as the Captain of the Tajimalela FA U-14 Team. His role is crucial as the team’s main mover, demonstrating leadership skills, calmness, and strategy that are able to motivate all team members when facing pressure and fatigue.
This contribution was made possible thanks to the solid cooperation of all members of the Tajimalela FA U-14 Team, with Harley contributing four goals from the seven matches played by the team.
Tajimalela FA U-14 Assistant Coach, Achmad Rifani gave high appreciation for the role of his team captain. “As a team, Harley can be a leader, as a leader on the field that makes friends motivated. His contribution to the team has proven to be great,” said Rifani in his statement, Thursday, November 20, 2025.
The Principal of Al Azhar 6 Islamic Junior High School Jakapermai expressed his gratitude and pride for this achievement. “This achievement not only makes the school proud, but also proves the quality of character training, sportsmanship, and excellence that we have instilled in the students,” he said.
In addition, the Waqaf Al Muhajirien Jakapermai Foundation also gives full appreciation and support to the outstanding students, and hopes that this achievement can be a motivation for all students to continue to try, practice, and develop their potential at the national and international levels.
This achievement also affirms the school’s commitment to producing a superior generation who not only excel in the academic field, but also excel in the non-academic field in the global arena.
November 20th, 2025 | Broadcast
Tajimalela became the champion led by Harley Isnaini Ifwa. This is a proud achievement for Indonesia.
Liputan6.com, Jakarta- A proud achievement was achieved by one of Indonesia’s representatives at the 2025 SingaCup. The Tajimalela Football Academy (FA) team became the champion which was followed by teams from various Asian countries.
Tajimalela became the champion led by Harley Isnaini Ifwa who is a student of Al Azhar 6 Islamic Junior High School Jakapermai. Not only being one of the key players, Harley is also trusted as the Captain of the Tajimalela FA U-14 Team.
His role is crucial as the team’s main mover, demonstrating leadership skills, calmness, and strategy that are able to motivate all team members when facing pressure and fatigue.
This contribution was made possible thanks to the solid cooperation of all members of the Tajimalela FA U-14 Team, with Harley contributing four goals from the seven matches played by the team.
Achmad Rifani, Assistant Coach of Tajimalela FA U-14, gave high appreciation for the role of his team captain.
“As a team, Harley can be a leader, as a leader on the field that makes friends motivated. His contribution to the team has proven to be great,” said Rifani.
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Appreciation for Team Captains
The Principal of Al Azhar 6 Islamic Junior High School Jakapermai expressed his gratitude and pride for this achievement. “This achievement not only makes the school proud, but also proves the quality of character training, sportsmanship, and excellence that we have instilled in the students,” he said.
In addition, the Waqaf Al Muhajirien Jakapermai Foundation also gives full appreciation and support to the outstanding students, and hopes that this achievement can be a motivation for all students to continue to try, practice, and develop their potential at the national and international levels.
This achievement also affirms the school’s commitment to producing a superior generation who not only excel in the academic field, but also excel in the non-academic field in the global arena.
November 18th, 2025 | Broadcast
Exciting times for Football SA as 48 players across three teams, one U14 and two U16, competed against teams from across Asia and the Pacific from the 6th to 8th of November in the 2025 Singa Cup.
Our squads feature talented players from both metropolitan and regional areas, showcasing the strength and depth of girls’ football across the state.
Singa Cup is Asia’s premier international youth football tournament. Since the inaugural edition in 2011, Singa Cup has grown from strength to strength as the marquee non-football association organised as an international youth football tournament in Asia.
Owen Gallas Community Programs Coordinator at Football South Australia, had this to say about the 2025 Singa Cup experience.
“The Singa Cup provided an incredible opportunity for Football South Australia’s players and staff to grow through exposure to international football and new challenges both on and off the pitch.
Players had the chance to test themselves against strong opposition, including fixtures against high-quality international sides such as Lion City Sailors. These matches offered valuable insight into the speed, technical ability, and discipline that set a new benchmark for us as a group.
Beyond football itself, the tournament presented unique challenges which the players haven’t faced before. Particularly adapting to Singapore’s hot and humid climate. The togetherness within the group, combined with the professionalism and care of the staff, played a vital role in helping everyone manage the conditions and look after one another throughout the week. This allowed them to perform at their best.
With multiple games in a short time span, players were required to adapt quickly, recover efficiently, and apply learning from one match to the next. This quick succession of matches accelerated their development, improving their decision-making, resilience, and ability to perform under fatigue while most importantly gaining valuable match experience.
It was also rewarding to see the players’ confidence grow as the tournament progressed, stepping up against tough opposition, supporting teammates, and showing improvement with every game.
For the staff, the Singa Cup was equally valuable. Coaching and support personnel were exposed to different playing styles, tactical approaches throughout the Singa Cup providing fresh insights that can be brought back.
Overall, the experience in Singapore was not only about competing but about learning, adapting, and developing together both as players and as people”.
Alexia Scalzi who traveled with the squads to Singapore, had this to say about the Singa Cup competition.
“Our trip to Singapore was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Playing against a variety of talented teams in a completely different country challenged us, broadened our perspective, and helped the girls grow both on and off the field. Being immersed in a new environment, its culture, competition and atmosphere, made the journey even more memorable. It was truly an all-round experience that will be carried forever”.
The 2025 Singa Cup was a valuable and memorable experience, helping Football SA’s young players grow on and off the field while showcasing the strength of girls’ football in South Australia. The lessons learned and confidence gained will continue to inspire their development long after the tournament.
Article Link: https://footballsa.com.au/news/fsa-2025-singacup
November 16th, 2025 | Broadcast
Tap-Teng, wartapenasatu.com -“The International Student Football Tournament in Singapore U-16 will be held from November 1 to 8, 2025,” said Coach Tata to the satu.com pen news from Singapore via his mobile connection, Saturday (08/11/2025).
The Tapteng-Sibolga Student FC Team of Central Tapanuli Regency (Tapteng)- Sibolga City, North Sumatra Province (North Sumatra) U-16 consists of students from SMA Negeri 1 Matauli Plus, SMA Negeri 3 Sibolga, SMA HKBP Sibolga, SMA Negeri 1 Tukka, SMA Neger 1 Barus.
In addition to high school students from the Tapteng and Sibolga areas, in the International Student Football Tournament there were also students from SMA Negeri 1 Doloksanggul, Humbang Hasundutan Regency (Humbahas). Previously, this team was formed based on the selection of players from various schools, various public and private schools, namely SMA, SMK, MAN and through an agreement meeting with the Principals.
The Tapteng Sibolga Student FC team is:
- Gabriel Simanullang
- Jonathan Simatupang
- Kevin Nainggolan
- Max Silaen
- Sahata Hutasoit
- Ruben Panjaitan
- Arfinsyah
- Joshua Marpaung
- Carly Pakpahan
- Farel Sibarani
- Afdal Tanjung
- A Brief History of Joseph
- Alfi Sahri Tanjung
- Afwarizi Tanjung
- Ancient Crustian
- Sahrul Siregar
- Jeremiah Siregar
- Krisman Siringo- ringo
- Andreas Patudu L.
The success of Tapteng-Sibolga Student FC not only makes Sibolga City and Central Tapanuli Regency (Tapteng), North Sumatra Province (North Sumatra) proud, but also makes the nation proud at the international level besides that it is also proof of Tapteng-Sibolga Student FC’s commitment to producing a young generation that is superior, innovative, and ready to compete at the international level.
The coach of Tapteng-Sibolga Student FC, Coach Tata, said, “The success of these Tapteng-Sibolga students/students cannot be spared from the support of parents with high costs.”
“Also assistance from the Head of the North Sumatra Youth and Sports Office (Kadispora), M. Mahfullah Pratama Daulay, S.Stp., M.Ap., and personal assistance from the Principal (Kepsek) of SMA Negeri 1 Matauli Plus, Deden Rachmawan, S.Pd., M.M.
Coach Tata told indodatanews web.id said, “We plan to be hosted by the Governor of North Sumatra (North Sumatra), Muhammad Bobby Afif Nasution, and the Head of North Sumatra Dispora, Mahfullah Pratama Daulay, S.Stp., M.Ap., if not on Monday, November 10 or Tuesday, November 11, 2025.”
Algifari’s Moment of Didik, Shaking Hands with Minister of Youth and Sports Erick Thohir – Mercusuar
November 14th, 2025 | Broadcast
JAKARTA, LIGHTHOUSE — Didik Algifari’s face never ceases to show a happy smile. The teenager from the west coast of Donggala Regency, Central Sulawesi still can’t believe he can stand in front of the Minister of Youth and Sports (Menpora) Erick Thohir and Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports Taufik Hidayat in Jakarta.
For Didik, who is only 14 years old, the moment feels like a dream. “I didn’t expect to be able to shake hands directly with Mr. Erick Thohir, especially since he is also the Chairman of PSSI,” he said with twinkling eyes.
The grandson of Irwan Lahatje, the former Head of the Central Sulawesi Provincial Education and Culture Office, admitted that the experience was a great motivation for him to continue to train and excel in the world of football. “I want to be able to play in the national team one day,” he added excitedly.
Didik is one of the defensive pillars of the Palu U-14 Selection, a young football team from Central Sulawesi that has just returned from the 2025 SingaCup in Singapore. In the prestigious event between countries, the Palu Selection team performed stunning by conquering strong teams from India, Australia, and Singapore, before finally their steps were stopped in the last 8.
This achievement attracted the attention of the Ministry of Youth and Sports. Erick Thohir and Taufik Hidayat gave special appreciation to the young team from Palu when they arrived in Jakarta. Erick called the struggle of the Palu Selection children as a clear example of the sports spirit from the region that should be proud of.
The appreciation is a sweet conclusion to Palu Selection’s journey in the SingaCup. For Didik Algifari, who is the son of Zakir and Edawati, the moment of meeting directly with state officials and the PSSI Chairman is not only an honor, but also a reminder that hard work from remote areas can take a person far.
November 13th, 2025 | Broadcast
KONGKRIT.COM – The Tajimalela FA U-14 team won the title at the 2025 Lions Cup event which took place in Singapore, (4–7/11/2025). Sugeng Waluyo’s team defeated the Malaysian club, La Stallions, with a narrow score of 1-0 in the final.
The club, which is headquartered at the Yonif Mekanis Complex 202/Tajimalela, Rawalumbu, Bekasi City, came out as the best of the 20 participating teams from seven countries, namely Singapore, Malaysia, Pakistan, Thailand, India, Australia, and Indonesia.
Coach Sugeng Waluyo and team manager Haji Uki Ifwa expressed their pride in their team’s achievements.
“This is the result of the preparation of the internal competition that we carried out, by selecting 19 players for six months. Alhamdulillah, we were able to win the title in Singapore,” said Sugeng.
The Mayor of Bekasi, Dr. Tri Adhianto, congratulated and appreciated the team’s achievements.”I am very happy with this achievement. This shows that Bekasi City has great potential in the field of football. I hope that this team can continue to excel and bring the name of Bekasi City to the national and international levels,” he said.
In the future, Sugeng Waluyo emphasized that the Tajimalela FA U-14 team will be prepared for competitions at the European level.
“We plan to build the Bekasi City Project Academy and prepare the team for the long-term Soeratin event. The next plan, we will take the team to Europe, and it is currently in the communication stage for the agenda,” he added.
Article Link: https://www.kongkrit.com/berita/227940/dari-bekasi-ke-singapura-tim-u14-tajimalela-fa-jadi-juara-singa-cup-2025
November 13th, 2025 | Broadcast
Jakarta, Truestorysports — The Palu Selection football team had the honor of meeting and being entertained directly by the Minister of Youth and Sports (Menpora) of the Republic of Indonesia, Erick Thohir, at the Ministry of Youth and Sports Office, Jakarta, Tuesday (11/11/2025).
The meeting was also attended by Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports Taufik Hidayat and Deputy MPR RI, Akbar Supratman.
The young squad from Central Sulawesi has just completed its work at the 2025 SingaCup event held in Singapore.
In the international tournament for the age group, Samsuddin’s team managed to advance to the quarterfinals.
Even though they have not been able to penetrate the semifinals, Palu Selection still made a proud achievement. One of the players, Aimae Al Adlu, successfully won the title of top scorer aka the tournament’s top scorer.
On that occasion, Erick Thohir symbolically handed the ball over to one of the Palu Selection players, Marco, as a form of appreciation and motivation for young footballers.
Marco’s father, Ahmadi HB Buraera, said that Erick gave an inspirational message to the children of Palu Selection to continue to practice with discipline, maintain ethics, and build a strong mentality to achieve their goals in the world of football.
“Mr. Erick motivates children to focus on training and character building. He also emphasized the importance of early childhood coaching as the foundation of national football,” said Ahmadi.
As the General Chairman of PSSI, Erick Thohir emphasized his commitment to strengthening grassroots football coaching throughout Indonesia. He also plans to expand the format of the early age competition with an 8-on-8 system for the U-7 to U-13 age group.
“Mr. Erick’s hope is that in the future more players from Central Sulawesi will be born who can strengthen the national team,” added Ahmadi.
Article Link: https://sport.truestory.id/tim-palu-selection-dapat-jamuan-menpora-erick-thohir-usai-berlaga-di-singa-cup-2025/
November 13th, 2025 | Broadcast
Young players receive grand welcome after winning silver and making Pakistan proud
At the airport, members of the team were warmly welcomed by Muhammad Farooq, MPA from Jamaat-e-Islami Sindh, along with Syed Sufyan Dilawar and Karachi City Council member Jawad Shoaib.
Farooq gave the young players garlands of flowers and praised their dedication, hard work, and exceptional performance.
He said that in order to ensure that Lyari’s stars continue to shine for Pakistan in the future, Jamaat-e-Islami and Al-Khidmat will continue to help and encourage these talented young people.
With their talent, cooperation, and sportsmanship, the squad honoured Pakistan with an outstanding performance in Singapore.
Article Link: https://english.aaj.tv/news/330443973/lyari-football-team-returns-home-after-shining-at-singapore-cup-2025
November 13th, 2025 | Broadcast
BEKASIPEDIA.com – The Tajimalela FA U-14 team won the title at the 2025 SingaCup event which took place in Singapore on November 4-7, 2025. Sugeng Waluyo’s team managed to bring home the championship trophy to the country after defeating the Malaysian club La Stallions with a narrow score of 1-0 in the final.
The club, which is headquartered at the Yonif Mekanis Complex 202/Tajimalela, Rawalumbu, Bekasi City, is the best of the 20 participating clubs from seven countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, Pakistan, Thailand, India, Australia, and Indonesia.
Tajimalela FA U-14 coach, Sugeng Waluyo and team manager H. Uki Ifwa admitted that they were proud of their team’s achievements. “This is the result of the preparation of the internal competition that we made, 19 players were selected for 6 months. Alhamdulillah, we were able to win the title in Singapore,” he said as per a release issued on Monday (10/11/2025).
The Mayor of Bekasi, Dr. Tri Adhianto, congratulated the Tajimalela FA U-14 Team for the achievements that have been achieved. “I am very happy with this achievement. This shows that Bekasi City has great potential in the field of football. I hope this team can continue to excel and bring the name of Bekasi City to the national and international levels,” he said.
The Tajimalela FA U-14 team will be projected for a higher event at the European level. “In the future, we will create a project academy in Bekasi City ‘Bekasi City’ and we will prepare for the long-term soeratin team. And the future plans go to Europe. We are communicating with the agenda in Europe,” added Sugeng Waluyo.
Article Link: https://bekasipedia.com/berita-terkini/tim-tajimalela-fa-u-14-raih-juara-singa-cup-2025-singapura/
