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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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St Andrew’s Secondary School are the B Division rugby champions...at last. On Sports Minutes, captain Joshua Kee and out-centre Wesley Choo relive their nail-biting win over arch rivals Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) in the National School Games. A remarkable story of redemption and coronation, after years of heartbreak. READ MORE:https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/schools/redemption-for-wesley-choo-as-saints-defeat-acsi-in-b-division-rugby-final?ref=top-stories Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After Albirex's stunning comeback to defeat Tampines Rovers, could the past weekend in the Singapore Premier League prove to be pivotal in the title race? Plus, with Tanjong Pagar suffering yet more misery...do good players necessarily make good coaches? Plenty of questions, Sports Minutes has the answers in the company of Deepanraj Ganesan, sports reporter with The Straits Times. READ MORE:https://spl.sg/news/refereeing-review-incidents-from-two-spl-matches/Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Finance, football and fireworks - the Lion's homecoming match in celebration of securing qualification to the 2027 Asian Cup had it all. From 3 points to seal an unbeaten group stage campaign, to 30,000 fans in attendance...Plus a landmark $50 million boost to Singapore’s football ecosystem from Forrest Li’s Sea Limited. Sports Minutes has the details! Sports Minutes with Deepanraj Ganesan, sports reporter with The Straits Times, has the details. READ MORE:https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/tech-company-sea-donates-50-million-to-support-spore-football-development Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After seeing his football career curtailed by injury, Shannon Stephen found himself searching for purpose. On Sports Minutes, he opens up about rediscovering that identity through Hyrox, and how the finish line has become his new final whistle.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Back scoring, back smiling and back on Sports Minutes. Ikhsan Fandi sits down to talk form, confidence, and hitting 50 goals for BG Pathum. With the Lions building momentum and a clash against Bangladesh looming, Ikhsan opens up on competition for the No.9 role, staying grounded through faith, and why this might just be his prime. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Back from a long injury layoff, Irfan Fandi returns to the Singapore national team with unfinished business. He opens up about the grind of recovery, the heartbreak of missing Lion’s historic night, and the motivation driving his comeback - with a 50-cap milestone now firmly in sight.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jordan Webb, remember him? He arrived as a fleet-footed winger from Canada in 2010, and spent close to a decade making a mark in the Singapore Premier League - most notably for Tampines Rovers. 6 years since departing in fairly abrupt circumstances, he sits down with Sports Minutes to tell us how close he came to representing his "second home", his regrets on never achieving that goal and how a failing marriage forced him to return back to Canada in 2020.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Surprises galore this Singapore Premier League weekend - with Geylang snapping a 4-game winless streak, coaches opting to be experimental in their team selections and a refereeing decision that left fans scratching their heads We unpack it all, plus cast our eye on potential nominees for season-ending awards on Sports Minutes. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Raihan Rahman’s football journey has been anything but straightforward. From losing his place in the professional game to rebuilding his career in the amateur ranks, his return to Tanjong Pagar United is a story of resilience. Now a leader in the squad and approaching 100 appearances, Raihan reflects on his comeback and the Jaguars’ difficult season.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Balestier keep the good times rolling with a fourth straight win, while BG Tampines put five past the Young Lions to keep pace at the top of the table. But beyond the scorelines, Sports Minutes runs the rule over domestic recruitment - from signings that are flourishing, to those flattering to deceive.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From head video analyst to interim head coach - Varo Moreno’s voyage has been anything but ordinary. Speaking to Sports Minutes,, he shares what it was like taking charge of the Sailors, how he handled the pressure, and his thoughts on Jesus Casas’ arrival. Plus, insight into the post-Lestienne era and how modern analytics is shaping football in Singapore.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sanctions. Forfeits. Points docked. It’s been a bruising week for Hougang United following the ruling by the Football Association of Singapore over the fielding of an ineligible player. In an EXCLUSIVE Sports Minutes sit-down, club captain Ryaan Sanizal tackles the tough questions head-on — speaking openly about accountability, resilience, and guiding a young squad through one of the most turbulent weeks in recent club history.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
History was made this past weekend as a goalkeeper scored for the first time in the Singapore Premier League - rescuing a late point for the league-leading Lion City Sailors. But beyond history, there was yet more refereeing calls that had implications on results and outcomes that had ramifications on the title race. Sports Minutes unpacks it all, in the company of Deepanraj Ganesan of The Straits Times.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Silverware galore at home. A landmark run in Asia. But ultimately, not enough. Aleksandar Rankovic joins Sports Minutes to reflect on his departure as head coach from Lion City Sailors - discussing continental ambitions, squad evolution, and the moment he knew his time at the club might be coming to an end.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From red cards to recruitment strategy, from leadership to life after Tomoyuki Doi - Geylang International’s season hasn’t gone to plan. Sports Miniutes sits down with the Eagle's club captain Joshua Pereira to unpack the downfall, the dressing room mood, and the road ahead.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When the referee becomes the headline (again), you know there’s a problem. Kyoga Nakamura’s elbow went unpunished, while weeks ago Madhu Mohana was sanctioned for a similar incident. Sports Minutes speaks exclusively to Madhu himself, plus Deepanraj Ganesan weighs in as we - uncover the consistently inconsistent levels of officiating in the Singapore Premier League. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Quarter-finals secured in the ACL Two, and now a blockbuster clash with league leaders Lion City Sailors awaits. Add in a recent coaching change and a relentless February schedule, and BG Tampines Rovers have plenty on their plate. Vice-captain Shah Shahiran joins Sports Minutes to discuss momentum, mindset, and what it’ll take to keep the Stags charging on all fronts. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Breakups and rebounds took centre stage this Valentine’s weekend in domestic football, as BG Tampines Rovers parted ways with their head coach before a twist of events gave them a second chance to stay alive in the ACL Two. Sports Minutes dives in with the latest. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Retirement brings reflection, and perspective. After 15 years in Singapore football, Emmeric Ong sits down with Sports Minutes to reflect on stepping away, the realities players can’t always say out loud, and what he hopes the future holds for Singapore football. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From traffic delays to tragic injuries, the Singapore Premier League delivered yet again - giving Sports Minutes plenty to discuss and dissect. Sailors continued their 100% start to the season despite losing their head coach, while another club could possibly be parting ways with their manager. Who could that be? Tune in to find out!Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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