Playing for 1st time in overseas tourney, they have already assured themselves of a medal

Dubai: It was a proud moment for Pakistan’s Lyari Football Academy as they made history by reaching the final of the prestigious Singa Cup 2025 Under-16 tournament in Singapore.

Their entry into the title clash guarantees the Pakistan-based academy at least a silver medal — a remarkable achievement in their first-ever overseas appearance.

Lyari Football Academy booked their place in the final after a thrilling 1-0 victory over Indonesia’s Tapteng Sibolga Student Football Team in the semi-final. Taj Muhammad was the hero of the match, scoring the decisive goal that sealed the win and propelled his team into the championship round.

Head coach Tariq Taj, alongside assistant coach Zubair Faiz, praised the players for their composure, teamwork, and determination, calling the result “a reward for months of dedication and disciplined preparation.”

“These young boys have shown that with hard work and unity, nothing is impossible. They have made Lyari — and all of Pakistan — proud,” said coach Taj after the match.

Interestingly, both finalists — Lyari Football Academy and Thailand’s Benjamarachanusorn School — were part of Group C earlier in the tournament. The Pakistani side suffered their only defeat of the group stage against the same Thai opponents, setting up an eagerly anticipated rematch for the title.

Lyari Football Academy will now face Benjamarachanusorn School in the Under-16 final on November 7.

Established in 2011, the Singa Cup is recognised as Asia’s premier international youth football tournament. The 2025 edition features around 160 teams from 13 countries, competing across the Under-8, Under-10, Under-12, Under-14, and Under-16 categories.

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SINGAPORE: Pakistan’s Lyari Football Academy continued their dream run at the SingaCup 2025, qualifying for the Under-16 final, scheduled to be played on November 7 at The Arena, Woodleigh.

They secured their spot in the finals after defeating Indonesia’s Tapteng Sibolga Student Football Team 1-0 in an exciting semi-final match at the same venue.

It was Taj Muhammad who emerged as the hero for the Lyari side, scoring the decisive goal to guide his team into the final.

The victory marks a historic moment for the academy, which is participating in an overseas tournament for the first time.

Lyari Football Academy will now face Thailand’s Benjamarachanusorn School in the U16 final on November 7, 2025.

The Thai side secured their spot after defeating Pakistan’s Kareem Kerai Academy 5-0 in the other semi-final.

Interestingly, both finalists, Lyari Football Academy and Benjamarachanusorn School, were placed in Group C earlier in the competition.

The Pakistani team suffered their only defeat of the group stage against the same Thai opponents, setting up a much-anticipated rematch for the title.

The SingaCup, established in 2011, is widely regarded as Asia’s premier international youth football tournament.

The 2025 edition has drawn around 160 teams from 13 countries, featuring competitions across Under-8, Under-10, Under-12, Under-14, and Under-16 categories.

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SINGAPORE, KAIDAH.ID – The steps of the Palu Selection U-14 Team must be stopped in the last eight of the 2025 Linga Cup, after losing narrowly 0-1 to Newland Football Academy, Depok, in a derby match with fellow Indonesians which took place at the Lion City Sailors Training Centre, Singapore, Thursday, November 5, 2025.

The match was tight from the first minute. Both teams appeared insistent, and pressed each other with almost balanced chances. However, fate was not on Palu Selection’s side, after the referee awarded a penalty to the opposing team in the last minutes of the second half, which ultimately became the decisive victory for Newland Football Academy.

Team official, Gamal Hakim, said that this result remains a matter of pride for Palu Selection. “The children have fought extraordinarily. They played disciplined and full of passion until the end. This defeat is not the end, but the beginning of their long journey towards a better future of football,” Gamal said.

Deputy Chairman of the People’s Consultative Assembly of the Republic of Indonesia, Abcandra Mohammad Akbar Supratman, who from the beginning provided support for the team, also expressed his appreciation for the struggle of Palu Selection. “They have shown a champion mentality and the spirit of never giving up. Even though they fell in the top eight, they have made Central Sulawesi and Indonesia proud in the international arena,” said Akbar.

With this result, Palu Selection had to be satisfied with ending the struggle in the last eight. However, the spirit and struggle of the young people of Central Sulawesi in Singapore is clear evidence that they have great potential to continue to develop and compete at a higher level and go home with their heads held high.

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The SingaCup 2025 Girls U16 category is underway, and the opening round of matches has already showcased the strength and depth of Australia’s youth football scene. With dominant performances across both groups, Australian clubs have established early control as the teams aim for a place in the knockout rounds.

🇦🇺 Group A — UWA-Nedlands and West Canberra Start Strong

UWA-Nedlands Football Club (Australia) began their campaign in style with a 5–0 victory, immediately putting themselves at the top of Group A on goal difference. Their fluid attacking play and defensive composure set a strong early tone for the tournament.

Right behind them, West Canberra Wanderers (Australia) also secured a confident 3–0 win, matching UWA on points and demonstrating the competitive quality of the Australian representatives in this group.

CBP W3 (Singapore) and Football South Australia Blue (Australia) will be looking to bounce back after their opening defeats, with plenty still to play for as the group stage continues.

Group A Standings
1️⃣ UWA-Nedlands FC (AUS) – 3 pts (+5 GD)
2️⃣ West Canberra Wanderers (AUS) – 3 pts (+3 GD)
3️⃣ CBP W3 (SGP) – 0 pts (–3 GD)
4️⃣ Football South Australia Blue (AUS) – 0 pts (–5 GD)

🌏 Group B — Football South Australia Red and LS Talents Tech Kick Lead the Way

Over in Group B, Football South Australia Red (Australia) opened with an emphatic 5–0 victory, while LS Talents Tech Kick (Australia) remain close behind after recording a win and a loss from their first two fixtures.

Perth SC (Australia) also impressed with a 3–1 win, making Group B one of the most tightly contested brackets of the tournament so far. Despite their best efforts, NAPA Rovers FC (Guam) have struggled to find form, but will aim to regroup and gain valuable experience from their remaining matches.

Group B Standings
1️⃣ Football South Australia Red (AUS) – 3 pts (+5 GD)
2️⃣ LS Talents Tech Kick (AUS) – 3 pts (+4 GD)
3️⃣ Perth SC (AUS) – 3 pts (+2 GD)
4️⃣ NAPA Rovers FC (GUM) – 0 pts (–11 GD)

🏆 Looking Ahead

With several teams still level on points, the race for semi-final qualification remains wide open. The Australian academies have set a high benchmark early on, but as the Singaporean and Guamanian teams settle into rhythm, the coming matchdays promise exciting challenges and potential upsets.

The SingaCup 2025 Girls U16 division continues to reflect the growing strength of youth women’s football across the region — competitive, skillful, and full of promise.

The SingaCup 2025 Girls U14 competition enters a crucial stage as teams head into the final group matches, with several sides already making strong statements while others fight to stay in contention. The action across Groups A, B, and C has been fast-paced, with dominant attacking displays, tight defensive battles, and plenty of emerging talent on show.

🏆 Group A — Lion City Sailors G14 White Setting the Pace

Lion City Sailors G14 White (Singapore) have been in unstoppable form, topping Group A with two commanding wins, scoring 14 goals and conceding none. Their control in possession and sharp finishing have made them early title favourites.

Football South Australia and UWA-Nedlands FC are tied on three points each, leaving second place wide open heading into the final fixtures. Meanwhile, Dededo Soccer Club (Guam) will look to end their campaign on a positive note after a tough start.

Group A Standings
1️⃣ Lion City Sailors G14 White (SGP) – 6 pts (+14 GD)
2️⃣ Football South Australia (AUS) – 3 pts
3️⃣ UWA-Nedlands FC (AUS) – 3 pts
4️⃣ Dededo SC (GUM) – 0 pts

🇦🇺 Group B — Fremantle City Lead a Close Race

Fremantle City (Australia) hold a narrow lead in Group B with four points from two matches, after a win and a draw. The group remains finely balanced, with National Development Centre Girls (Singapore) close behind on two points and still very much in contention.

LS Talents Goal Getters (Australia) and HASC Prestige FC Girls (Malaysia) have each shown resilience, and a final-day push could still shake up the standings.

Group B Standings
1️⃣ Fremantle City (AUS) – 4 pts
2️⃣ NDC Girls (SGP) – 2 pts
3️⃣ LS Talents Goal Getters (AUS) – 1 pt
4️⃣ HASC Prestige FC Girls (MYS) – 0 pts

🌏 Group C — Subiaco AFC and HKFA Girls in Command

Group C has been dominated by two unbeaten sides: Subiaco AFC (Australia) and the Hong Kong Football Association Girls, both with perfect records and strong goal differences. Their consistency at both ends of the pitch has set a high standard for the rest of the competition.

LS Talents BHSC Victoria (Australia) and Lion City Sailors G14 Blue (Singapore), though yet to pick up points, continue to show effort and development against formidable opponents.

Group C Standings
1️⃣ Subiaco AFC (AUS) – 6 pts (+4 GD)
2️⃣ HKFA Girls (HKG) – 6 pts (+14 GD)
3️⃣ LS Talents BHSC Victoria (AUS) – 0 pts
4️⃣ LCS G14 Blue (SGP) – 0 pts

🌟 What’s Next

With the final group fixtures set to decide the semi-final line-up, the stage is set for an intense finish to the preliminary round. Teams from Singapore, Australia, and Hong Kong are battling not just for qualification — but for the chance to write their names in SingaCup 2025 Girls U14 history.

Karachi: Lyari Football Academy has made it to the semi-finals of the 2025 Singapore Cup.

The academy’s team has reached the final four of Asia’s biggest youth football tournament in Singapore.

According to reports, the Lyari Football Academy team defeated Indonesia’s Simin Padang FC in the quarterfinals after a tough match.

The match was tied 0-0 until the stipulation, but was then decided by a penalty shootout.

Lyari Football Academy won 3-2, with goalkeeper Kashif playing a key role, who saved a sure goal to give his team the victory.

Earlier, the players of Lyari Football Academy had won the honor of reaching the quarter-finals by defeating the Australian team Ocean Reef SHS 6-0.

A total of 160 teams from 13 countries are participating in the U-8, U-10, U-12, U-14 and U-16 events.

The 15th edition, which runs till November 9, also includes para football competitions for the first time

The SingaCup 2025 U14 knockout stage delivered a showcase of skill, teamwork, and determination at the Lion City Sailors Training Centre. Eight teams from four nations gave their all in the quarter-finals, but only four earned their place in the semi-finals — with Indonesia and Malaysia leading the charge into the next round.

🏁 Quarter-Final Results

1️⃣ Tajimalela FA (Indonesia) 3 – 0 Gaulois Academy (Singapore)
📅 November 6, 2025 | 8:00 AM | Pitch 1, Mattar
Tajimalela FA continued their commanding form with a convincing win over Singapore’s Gaulois Academy, securing their semi-final berth in style.

2️⃣ Newland Football Academy (Indonesia) 1 – 0 Palu Selection (Indonesia)
📅 November 6, 2025 | 8:00 AM | Pitch 2, Mattar
A tight all-Indonesian contest saw Newland Football Academy edge past Palu Selection, advancing after a disciplined performance that highlighted their defensive strength.

3️⃣ Ralph Ryatt Football Club (Malaysia) 3 – 2 Vachiralai United (Thailand)
📅 November 6, 2025 | 9:00 AM | Pitch 1, Mattar
In one of the most thrilling matches of the round, Ralph Ryatt FC held off a determined Thai side to claim victory in a five-goal battle.

4️⃣ La Stallions (Malaysia) 3 – 0 Prodigy Football Academy (Indonesia)
📅 November 6, 2025 | 9:00 AM | Pitch 2, Mattar
La Stallions produced a confident display to complete the semi-final lineup, ensuring Malaysia will have strong representation in the next stage.

⚔️ Semi-Finals Preview

The stage is set for two exciting encounters at The Arena @ Woodleigh:

1st Semi-Final:
Tajimalela FA (Indonesia) vs Newland Football Academy (Indonesia)
📅 November 7, 2025 | 8:00 AM

2nd Semi-Final:
Ralph Ryatt Football Club (Malaysia) vs La Stallions (Malaysia)
📅 November 7, 2025 | 9:00 AM

With both Indonesia and Malaysia fielding two semi-finalists each, derby showdowns that promises to capture the competitive spirit and camaraderie that define the SingaCup.

The SingaCup 2025 U16 quarter-finals at The Arena @ Woodleigh brought together eight determined sides from across Asia and Oceania, each fighting for a coveted place in the semi-finals. The morning’s matches delivered a blend of discipline, grit, and international flair — with teams from Pakistan, Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia advancing after impressive performances.

🏁 Quarter-Final Results

1️⃣ Semen Padang FC (Indonesia) (2) 0 – 0 (3) Lyari Football Academy (Pakistan)
📅 November 6, 2025 | 8:00 AM | The Arena @ Woodleigh
Lyari Football Academy held firm through regular time and triumphed in a tense penalty shootout, booking their place in the semi-finals after a goalless but fiercely contested battle.

2️⃣ Garuda Muda (Indonesia) (4) 0 – 0 (5) Tapteng Sibolga Student Football Team (Indonesia)
📅 November 6, 2025 | 9:00 AM | The Arena @ Woodleigh
An all-Indonesian clash that tested nerves to the limit, as Tapteng Sibolga edged out Garuda Muda on penalties, continuing their remarkable run in the tournament.

3️⃣ Benjamrachanusorn School (Thailand) 4 – 0 Ocean Reef Senior High School (Australia)
📅 November 6, 2025 | 10:00 AM | The Arena @ Woodleigh
The Thai side produced one of the most convincing wins of the round, controlling the game from start to finish to advance in style.

4️⃣ Kareem Kerai Academy (Pakistan) 2 – 0 Jurongville Secondary (Singapore)
📅 November 6, 2025 | 11:00 AM | The Arena @ Woodleigh
Kareem Kerai Academy continued Pakistan’s strong showing in the competition, sealing a solid 2–0 victory to secure the final semi-final berth.

🌍 The Road Ahead

With four semi-finalists now confirmed — Lyari Football Academy, Tapteng Sibolga Student Football Team, Benjamrachanusorn School, and Kareem Kerai Academy — the stage is set for a thrilling showdown between some of Asia’s most promising youth football programs.

Each side has demonstrated resilience and discipline on their journey so far, setting up what promises to be a gripping conclusion to the SingaCup 2025 U16 tournament.

The SingaCup 2025 U14 tournament moves into its high-stakes knockout stage, with eight strong teams ready to battle for a spot in the semi-finals. Representing five nations — Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand — these young talents will showcase the passion, skill, and teamwork that define the SingaCup spirit.

🏁 Quarter-Final Fixtures

1st Quarter-Final
Tajimalela FA (Indonesia) vs Gaulois Academy (Singapore)
⏰ 8:00 AM | Pitch 1

2nd Quarter-Final
Newland Football Academy (Indonesia) vs Palu Selection (Indonesia)
⏰ 8:00 AM | Pitch 2

3rd Quarter-Final
Ralph Ryatt Football Club (Malaysia) vs Vachiralai United (Thailand)
⏰ 9:00 AM | Pitch 1

4th Quarter-Final
La Stallions (Malaysia) vs Prodigy Football Academy (Indonesia)
⏰ 9:00 AM | Pitch 2

🌏 Road to the Semi-Finals

The U14 Quarter-Finals promise an exciting mix of regional rivalries and international flair. With powerhouse academies and emerging programs all chasing the same dream, every kick, pass, and save will count as teams fight for a place among the final four.

The action kicks off early at the Lion City Sailors Training Centre, where the next generation of football stars will take another step toward SingaCup glory.

The SingaCup 2025 U16 competition heats up as eight talented teams from across Asia and beyond compete in the Quarter-Finals at The Arena @ Woodleigh. Each match will determine who advances to the semi-finals, bringing these young players one step closer to the prestigious SingaCup title.

🗓 Quarter-Final Fixtures

1st Quarter-Final
Semen Padang FC (Indonesia) vs Lyari Football Academy (Pakistan)
📅 November 6, 2025 | 8:00 AM | The Arena @ Woodleigh

2nd Quarter-Final
Garuda Muda (Indonesia) vs Tapteng Sibolga Student Football Team (Indonesia)
📅 November 6, 2025 | 9:00 AM | The Arena @ Woodleigh

3rd Quarter-Final
Benjamrachanusorn School (Thailand) vs Ocean Reef Senior High School (Australia)
📅 November 6, 2025 | 10:00 AM | The Arena @ Woodleigh

4th Quarter-Final
Kareem Kerai Academy (Pakistan) vs Jurongville Secondary (Singapore)
📅 November 6, 2025 | 11:00 AM | The Arena @ Woodleigh

As the knockout stage begins, these matches promise to deliver a showcase of skill, determination, and sportsmanship — hallmarks of what the SingaCup stands for.