Aimar Al Adlu, a 14-year-old young football talent from Palu, Central Sulawesi, successfully won the title of Top Scorer of the 2025 Lions Cup in Singapore by scoring 11 goals. Deputy Chairman of the People’s Consultative Assembly of the Republic of Indonesia Abcandra Muhammad Akbar Supratman congratulated and encouraged Aimar to continue practicing. Although his team, Palu Selection, was stopped in the last eight, Aimar showed great potential as an athlete of the future of Indonesia.

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Bekasi (ANTARA) – The football team from Bekasi City, West Java, Tajimalela FA U-14 won the 2025 Lions Cup title which took place in Singapore on November 4-7, 2025 after defeating La Stallions 1-0 in the final round.

“Alhamdulillah, we 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,” said Tajimalela FA U-14 coach Sugeng Waluyo in Bekasi, Saturday.

The club, which is headquartered in the Yonif Mekanis 202/Tajimalela complex, Rawalumbu, Bekasi City, is the best of the 20 participating clubs from seven countries, namely Singapore, Malaysia, Pakistan, Thailand, India, Australia, and Indonesia.

Sugeng Waluyo admitted that he was proud of the achievements of his foster children who had made a number of preparations before participating in the prestigious tournament under 14 years old.

“This is the result of the preparation of the internal competition that we made, 19 players were selected for six months. Alhamdulillah, we were able to win the championship title in Singapore,” he said.

The Tajimalela FA U-14 team after this championship is projected to be higher at the European level through special preparations through the Bekasi City academy project, namely Bekasi City, as well as for the long-term preparation of the Soeratin Team.

“The plan for the future is to go to Europe. We are communicating with the agenda in Europe,” he said.

Bekasi Mayor Tri Adhianto congratulated Tajimalela FA U-14 for the achievements that have been achieved and hoped that this football club can continue to carve out achievements at the international level.

“I am very happy with this achievement. This shows that Bekasi City has great potential in football. I hope this team can continue to excel and bring the fragrance of Bekasi City to the national and international levels,” he said.

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Singapore, Kepripost – The Central Tapanuli (Tapteng) Sibolga Student U 16 football team managed to make the best achievement for Indonesia when participating in the event Lion Cup 2025 which will be held in Singapore. Lion Cup is a prestigious sports event in the field of football because it brings together teams from several countries in Asia, such as Singapore, Thailand, India, Pakistan, Indonesia to Australia. In the preliminary round, Tapteng Sibolga FC is in group C which is filled with three strong clubs such as Lyari Football Academy from Pakistan, Ocean Reef SHS 2 (Australia), and teams from Thailand (Benjamarachanusorn school).

Although in the first team had suffered narrow defeats to Thailand and Pakistan, Coach Tata’s team was able to rise by defeating Ocean Reef SHS Australia with a landslide score of 4-0 and became the best three team and had the right to qualify for the last eight.

In the round of eight, the Tapteng team met the Garuda Muda Indonesia team and managed to win through a penalty shootout. The win was welcomed by the coaches and team officials. Tapteng Sibolga who accompanied during the match in Singapore. Outstanding achievements for the team Tapteng Sibolga because it was the only Indonesian representative to advance to the semifinals, after other teams such as Semen Padang had to run aground in the last eight.

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Lyari Football Academy made history by winning the silver medal for Pakistan in the Singa Cup football tournament.

According to the details, in the Boys U-16 event of Asia’s biggest youth football tournament held in Singapore, Lyari Football Academy faced the Thailand team in the final, but the strong rival team was able to win the title.

The Thailand team won 2-1. The only goal for Lyari Football Academy was scored by Muzammil.

Article Link: https://www.express.pk/story/2786143/singa-cup-lyari-football-academy-wins-silver-medal-2786143?amp=1

Pakistan’s Lyari Football Academy finished as runners-up in the SingaCup 2025 Under-16 category after a valiant performance in the final against Thailand’s Benjamarachanusorn School at The Arena, Woodleigh, on Friday.

The championship clash proved to be a thrilling contest, with Benjamarachanusorn School, who remained unbeaten throughout the tournament, clinching the title with a narrow 2–1 victory.

Kashif from Lyari Football Academy was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament.

Earlier, Lyari Football Academy booked their spot in the final after edging past Indonesia’s Tapteng Sibolga Student Football Team 1–0 in a tense semi-final.

Their Thai opponents, meanwhile, had overpowered Pakistan’s Kareem Kerai Academy 5–0 in the other semi-final.

In the third-place playoff, Kareem Kerai Academy bounced back strongly to secure a podium finish.

After a goalless draw in regular time against Indonesia’s Tapteng Sibolga Student Football Team, Kareem Kerai Academy held their nerve in the penalty shootout to win 4–3, ensuring Pakistan ended the tournament with two teams inside the top three.

Since its inception in 2011, the SingaCup has been recognised as Asia’s premier youth football tournament.

The 2025 edition featured around 160 teams from 13 countries, competing across five age categories: Under-8, Under-10, Under-12, Under-14, and Under-16.

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Kareem Kerai Academy (KKA), a professional football academy founded in 2022 to develop young talent, has achieved a historic milestone by securing the bronze medal in the competitive Under-16 category at the 15th annual Singa Cup 2025 in Singapore.

KKA, one of two teams representing Pakistan for the first time, stood out among top youth squads from Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Australia, India, Singapore and Hong Kong. 

Their impressive run finished with a thrilling 3rd-place playoff victory, where they defeated Indonesia’s Tapteng Sibolga Student Football Team 4-3 on penalties after a 0-0 draw.

Competing in Group A, KKA quickly bounced back from an early loss to the professional side Semen Padang FC (Indonesia). They dominated their group stage opponents with key results, including a massive 12-0 win over Bhaichung Bhutia Football School (India) and a crucial 2-1 victory against Ocean Reef (Australia).

KKA’s knockout journey saw them beat Jurongville Secondary (Singapore) 2-0 in the Quarter-Finals, ultimately losing a tough Semi-Final to the eventual champions, Benjamarachanusorn (Thailand).

Further underscoring the team’s quality, star striker Muhammad Abdullah Iram earned the distinction of being the Joint Top Scorer of the U16 tournament with an impressive 7 goals.

The tournament was a major triumph for Pakistani youth football, as the other representative, Lyari Football Academy, finished as the Runners-Up in the U16 final, narrowly losing 1-2 to Benjamarachanusorn. The combined second and third-place finishes cemented Pakistan’s strong presence on the international youth stage.

“This bronze medal is a testament to the dedication of our players and the academy’s commitment to providing international exposure and developing young talent in Karachi,” said Kareem, Founder of Kareem Kerai Academy. “

KKA’s achievement is an inspiring story for local young athletes, highlighting the vital role private academies play in developing footballers in the region.

Article Link: https://tribune.com.pk/story/2576470/kareem-kerai-academy-wins-singa-cup-bronze-medal

Palu, Truestorysports – Proud achievements have been made again by young talents from Central Sulawesi. Aimar Al Adlu, a 14-year-old player from Palu City, successfully won the Top Score title of the international championship titled Lions Cup 2025 after scoring a total of 11 goals throughout the international tournament held in Singapore.

The player with the number 10 jersey who is familiarly called Marco performed brilliantly and became one of the brightest young stars in the event, even though his team, Palu Selection, had to be stopped in the last eight.

From the opening match to the knockout phase, Marco appeared consistent and aggressive. He showed high technique, speed, and a sharp goal-scoring instinct.

Marco stole the spotlight from the first match. He opened the tournament with five goals against the Indian side, adding one against Australia, and two more against Singapore, before completing his collection in the next preliminary match.

His sharpness in front of goal made his name immediately shoot as a strong candidate to win the top scorer since the beginning of the competition.

Currently, Aimar Al Adlu is studying at Al Azhar Mandiri Palu. Outside of school, he actively trains at one of the football academies in Bogor to strengthen his technique, tactics, and competitive mentality.

The full support of his father, Ahmadi H.B. Buraera, was also an important factor in his football career journey.

“This achievement is certainly very proud, but don’t be satisfied quickly. Keep practicing and stay humble. Aimar has shown that football talents from the region can also shine on the international stage,” said Ahmadi Buraera.

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PALU, Celebes News – Proud news comes from the 2025 SingaCup international event in Singapore. A young player from Palu, Central Sulawesi, Aimar Al Adlu, won the title of Top Scorer or top scorer with a fantastic score of 11 goals.

The player with the number 10 jersey who is familiarly called Marco became one of the stars of the tournament, although his team, Palu Selection, had to be stopped in the last eight.

Citing the official website of the tournament, Marco has performed exceptionally since the opening match. He scored five goals against India, one against Australia, two goals against Singapore, and several other goals in the group phase. His consistent performance and high scoring instinct have made him a spotlight among hundreds of young players from various countries.

Aimar Al Adlu, who is now 14 years old and attends Al Azhar Mandiri Palu, studied football at one of the academies in Bogor to hone his technique and competitive mentality. Marco is the son of Ahmadi H.B. Buraera, who has been giving full support to his son’s football career.

The Official Palu Selection, Gamal Hakim, said Marco’s achievement was a source of pride for the team and the entire people of Central Sulawesi. “Even though we fell in the last eight, Marco’s achievement as a Top Scorer proves that football talents from Palu can compete at the international level,” said Gamal.

Deputy Chairman of the People’s Consultative Assembly of the Republic of Indonesia, AM Akbar Supratman, who from the beginning provided moral support and assistance for the Palu Selection team, also expressed his appreciation for Marco’s brilliant achievement.

“Aimar Al Adlu or Marco is a real example of the young people of Palu who have determination, discipline, and hard work. He not only carries the name of Central Sulawesi, but also makes Indonesia proud in the international arena,” said Akbar.

Akbar emphasized that achievements like this show the importance of continuous support for youth football coaching throughout Indonesia.

“This is proof that the football potential of the regions must continue to be fostered. If we give space and serious attention, many other ‘Marco-Marcos’ will be born from various regions. Indonesia has a bright future in football,” he said.

Aimar Al Adlu’s achievement in the 2025 SingaCup is a great pride for the people of Central Sulawesi and Indonesia, proving that from a small field in Palu, young stars can be born who shine on the international stage. 

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SINGAPORE, netiz.id — A proud achievement has been made again by young talents from Central Sulawesi. Aimar Al Adlu, a 14-year-old player from Palu City, successfully won the title of Top Scorer of the 2025 SingaCup after scoring a total of 11 goals during the international tournament held in Singapore.

The player with the number 10 jersey who is familiarly called Marco appeared as one of the stars of the tournament, although his team, Palu Selection, had to be stopped in the last eight. From the opening match to the knockout phase, Marco showed consistent and aggressive performance, making him one of the most prominent young players among hundreds of participants from various countries.

Citing the official report of the organizers of the 2025 SingaCup, Marco opened the tournament with a bang. He scored five goals against India, one against Australia, two against Singapore, and another goal in the group phase. His sharpness and high goalscoring instinct made his name shot up as a strong candidate for top scorer from the beginning of the competition.

Currently, Aimar Al Adlu is studying at Al Azhar Mandiri Palu. Outside of school, he honed his football skills at one of the academies in Bogor to strengthen his technique and competitive mentality. The full support of his father, Ahmadi H.B. Buraera, was also an important factor in the development of his football career.

The Official Palu Selection, Gamal Hakim, admitted that he was proud of Marco’s achievements. “Even though we fell in the last eight, Marco’s achievement as a Top Scorer proves that football talents from Palu can compete at the international level,” he said.

Meanwhile, Marco’s father, Ahmadi Buraera, when confirmed by this media on Friday (07/11/25) said that this achievement is very proud. However, the man who idolizes AC Milan advised Marco not to be complacent and continue to train to improve his abilities.

“This achievement is not only a matter of pride for the team, but also for the people of Central Sulawesi and Indonesia. Aimar Al Adlu has shown that football talents from the region are able to shine on the international stage,” he said.

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KARACHI: Lyari Football Academy created history on Wednesday when it stormed into the final of Singa Cup 2025, Asia’s largest youth football tournament currently underway in Singapore.

The Under-16 national side from Karachi’s football heartland, representing Pakistan on the international stage, defeated Indonesia’s highly rated Top Tang Ebola FC 1–0 in a tense semifinal to seal their place in the championship clash.

This victory means that Lyari Football Academy has already won a silver medal but will fight for gold in the coming final-a feat which no Pakistani youth team has ever achieved in the prestigious event’s history.

Both sides struggled hard, but the winning goal came after the second half’s midpoint. The disciplined defense and creative midfield play of LFA frustrated the Indonesian attack and allowed the Pakistani side to seize control and convert their lone chance into the match-winning strike.

Head coach Tariq Taj led the tributes, along with assistant coach Zubair Faiz, for the players’ composure and teamwork throughout the game, describing the result as a reward for “months of dedication and disciplined preparation.”

“These young boys have proved that with hard work and unity, nothing is impossible. They have brought pride not just to Lyari but to all of Pakistan,” said coach Taj after the match.

Having been at the forefront of grooming young talent in Karachi’s most ardent sporting locality, the academy’s grassroots initiative has now attained international recognition.

Football fans in Lyari celebrated the victory with cheers, terming it a defining moment for the area that has produced some of Pakistan’s most talented players. Social media was flooded with congratulatory messages from fans, athletes, and officials throughout the country.

Founded with the mission of cultivating youth football talent and encouraging positive community engagement through sports, the success of Lyari Football Academy in Singapore is being hailed as a beacon of resilience and hope.

The team will now face the winner of the other semifinal between Singapore Youth FC and Malaysia United in the Singa Cup 2025 final, scheduled for later this week. If they win, Lyari Football Academy will be the first Pakistani team ever to hold the title in the tournament’s decade-long history-a proud chapter in the country’s emerging football scene.

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