Singapore takes a slender lead going into second leg of first round qualifier of World Cup 2026

Singapore takes a slender lead going into second leg of first round qualifier of World Cup 2026
Singapore takes a slender lead going into second leg of first round qualifier of World Cup 2026

 

First-half goals from defenders Christopher van Huizen (right) and Jacob Mahler (left) put the Lions ahead before Guam captain Jason Cunliffe scored one for the visitors in the 90th minute, October 2023. 

 

 

SINGAPORE 12 OCTOBER 2023 – Singapore and Guam faced off at the National Stadium in Singapore on Thursday, with a crucial ticket to the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 up for grabs. The Lions, guided by Head Coach Takayuki Nishigaya, welcomed the Noblemen of Guam, under the leadership of Ross Awa. With Singapore ranked 157th and Guam at 201st, the match promised to be an intriguing contest especially when the last encounter between the two nations in a 2015 friendly saw them battling out a 2 – 2 draw at the Jalan Besar Stadium.

 

 

A crowd of 10,355 fans filled the National Stadium, creating an electric atmosphere for this pivotal World Cup qualifier. The first-round qualifier is in the form of a two-legged playoff, with the return leg scheduled for next Tuesday, 17

Full Story »

Leave a Comment

Leave a Comment





More in News

Paul Scholes Criticizes Manchester United’s Owners INEOS, Claiming Lack Of Positive Impact

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has expressed his discontent with ...

Virgil van Dijk Believes Manchester United Were ‘Disrespected’ Ahead of Liverpool Draw

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has expressed his belief that ...

Bruno Fernandes: ‘I’m Pretty Upset’

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim praised his team's resilience and ...

Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Defensive Struggles Spark Roy Keane Criticism

Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold found himself at the center of ...

Mikel Arteta Bemoans ‘Bizarre’ Penalty Decision n Brighton Draw

Arsenal's Premier League title challenge suffered a setback on Saturday ...

Trending on Futbol Chronicle

Which Soccer Player Has the Most Goals

Which Soccer Player Has The Most Goals?

Soccer is the world's most popular sport, played in over ...
Child dressed in blue jersey and shorts about to kick a soccer ball to his friend.

What are the 5 Steps to Kick a Soccer Ball? Mastering the Fundamentals

Kicking a soccer ball effectively is a foundational skill that ...
Why Does Soccer Not End at 90 Minutes

Why Does Soccer Not End at 90 Minutes? Understanding Injury Time and Extra Play

A soccer match is traditionally understood to last 90 minutes, ...

What does FC and CF mean in soccer

What does FC and CF mean in soccer? FC and ...
Can a Goalkeeper Score from a Throw Out

Can a Goalkeeper Score from a Throw Out?

In the game of soccer, the role of a goalkeeper ...