Why Asahi Ueda Chose Singapore and FC Jurong for CORAZÓN’s Biggest Football Challenge Yet

“The players, coaches, staff, club officials and supporters all create the soul of a football club. Around the world, I have experienced the excitement of walking into a stadium, feeling the atmosphere in the streets before kick-off, and watching supporters become one with their team. That is football culture.
I want to bring those experiences to Singapore, but not by copying what exists elsewhere. Instead, I want to work together with Singaporeans to create something unique to this city and this club, and perhaps one day share that culture back with Japan”

Standing Where Football History Was Made

“This was the stadium where Maradona scored the famous “Hand of God” goal against England during the 1986 World Cup, before producing what many still call the “Goal of the Century” in the very same match. Having admired Diego Maradona for so many years, being able to stand inside the stadium where those unforgettable moments happened was something I will never forget. Football history suddenly felt much closer”

Dirk Kuyt Praises Japan and the Rise of Asian Football in Singapore

of Asian football when asked about the region’s representatives heading into the global showpiece.

“Asian football is definitely strong,” said Kuyt. “I am from Netherlands and we are grouped together with Japan in the World Cup. Japan will be a very, very tough opponent. If you really follow Asian football, especially at National Team level, you see them grow a lot.”

Bosses United Singapore Signs MOU with Hong Kong HKAFA, Expanding Beyond Football

“Bosses United Singapore has always positioned itself as more than a team. It is a platform where entrepreneurs compete together, build trust, and create business opportunities. Through this collaboration, members from Singapore and Hong Kong can connect through structured football activities, leadership dialogues, company visits, and exchange programmes designed to turn relationships into real partnerships”

Jakarta Nights, Futsal Lights – And The Question I Brought Home

“Yet journeys like this rarely end at the final whistle. They leave behind questions that follow you home. As I reflected on the passion and identity Indonesia showed, one thought kept returning to me: when will Singapore truly have its own national futsal team again?

Not a temporary squad formed out of necessity. Not a last-minute selection before a tournament. But a real and continuous programme built with intention”