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Sports Minutes with Zia-ul Raushan

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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16:13

Sports Minutes: “Keep watching my game, Abah” -...

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2025/06/13

On this Father’s Day special of Sports Minutes, Singapore captain Rosnani Azman shares how her late father’s unwavering support shaped her dreams - and how his absence continues to shape her fight - on and off the pitch. This is a tribute to fathers, a reminder to hold them close, and a look at how sport can carry love beyond loss.Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:16

Sports Minutes: Singapore emerge victorious after a...

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2025/06/11

Singapore’s Asian Cup qualifying campaign took flight as the Lions beat Bangladesh 2-1, courtesy of goals from Song Ui Yong and Ikhsan Fandi. Sports Minutes recaps it all with exclusive interviews from Hariss Harun, Hami Syahin & Ikhsan Fandi plus analysis from Deepanraj Ganesan. READ MORE:Lions survive late onslaught to claim first win of Asian Cup third-round qualifiersGot a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:33

Sports Minutes: Song Ui-Young on Lions return, ...

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2025/06/09

Buoyed by a big win against Maldives, next up for Singapore is Bangladesh in the Asian Cup Qualifiers. And ahead of the duel in Dhaka, Sports Minutes heads into the Lions den to check in with Song Ui-Young. From returning after a year's absence due to personal reasons, to a budding midfield partnership with Kyoga Nakamura - it’s all building up to a pivotal 90 minutes that could define Singapore’s qualification hopes on the road to Riyadh. READ MORE:Song Ui-young gets Lions recall after

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12:11

Sports Minutes: Ikhsan & llhan Fandi on their club...

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2025/06/04

It hasn’t always been smooth sailing for Ikhsan and Ilhan Fandi - but in this candid conversation with Sports Minutes, the brothers speak openly about battling injuries, dealing with setbacks, and rediscovering confidence. And as they return to the Singapore setup, they reflect on their journeys abroad, how they've grown, and the fire that still burns strong. More than just football, this is a conversation of resilience, brotherhood, and unfinished business. Got a story to tell? Get in

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17:28

Sports Minutes: Celebrating the best in class of the...

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2025/06/02

Records smashed, trophies lifted, stars departing! We dive into the drama and glory of Singapore Premier League Awards Night, as the best in class of the 2024/25 campaign were celebrated. Were the winners deserving? And have we seen the last of some of domestic football's finest stars? Deepanraj Ganesan weighs in on all of this and more!READ MORE:Tomoyuki Doi named Player of the Year at Singapore Premier League awards night Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee

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27:20

Sports Minutes: Peter de Roo on questioning the...

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2025/05/30

Peter de Roo isn’t just walking away from Balestier Khalsa, he’s sounding the alarm on a sport he believes is stuck in survival mode. Speaking to Sports Minutes, the outgoing coach opens up about his frustrations with the system, the lack of ambition upstream, and why Singapore football seems allergic to bold ideas.READ MORE:Balestier Khalsa’s departing coach Peter de Roo urges FAS to get out of comfort zone to improve SPLGot a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee

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40:53

Sports Minutes: Is Goal 2034 a realistic target for...

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2025/04/21

Is Singapore football's BIGGEST reset finally here? With new FAS leadership, an evolving Unleash the Roar project, and the ever-controversial Goal 2034 - it well and truly could be. But on the road to that lofty target of playing at the FIFA World Cup, what’s working, what’s not, and what still needs fixing.? Kadir Yahaya, R. Sasikumar and Deepanraj Ganesan join forces on Sports Minutes to tell it like it is — the good, the bad, and what comes next. READ MORE:Has Singapore football

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17:51

Sports Minutes: Advantage Lion City Sailors after 2-0...

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2025/04/10

The Lion City Sailors took a big step towards the AFC Champions League Two final with a first leg 2-0 win over Sydney FC at a rain-soaked Jalan Besar. And on this star-studded edition of Sports Minutes -Bart Ramselaar & Bailey Wright weigh in on the team’s form and focus. Adam Swandi adds a dash of swagger reflecting on his former team's heroics, whileThe Straits Times’ Deepanraj Ganesan breaks down the significance of the result Could an unprecedented treble truly be a possibility

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16:10

Sports Minutes: Wheelchair Rugby is more than just a...

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2025/04/09

Wheelchair rugby isn’t just a sport — it’s a statement. And on this episode of Sports Minutes, we speak to Edgar Cheong and Sheikh Muhd Danial - two players and change makers driving Singapore’s adaptive sports scene. From spinal injuries to stadium lights, they share how resilience, creativity, and community fuel their lives both on and off the court. And with the Singlife Wheelchair Rugby Cup just around the corner, this is your front-row seat to the passion behind the

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20:03

Sports Minutes: Akram Azman's meteoric rise -...

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2025/04/07

From leading Tanjong Pagar to stepping up with Lion City Sailors and earning his first Singapore caps, Akram Azman’s 2025 has been nothing short of remarkable. And on Sports Minutes, he reflects on the whirlwind start to the year - joining a title-chasing squad, adjusting to continental football, and making his mark on the national stage. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:30

Sports Minutes: Danelle Tan on overcoming injury,...

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2025/04/04

Ever so often, a footballer emerges who takes the game by storm. With talent and a winner’s mentality, they become the pride of club and country. In Singapore’s women’s football scene, one name stands out—Danelle Tan. At just 20, she’s won trophies with Borussia Dortmund, scored for the Lionesses, and now battles new challenges with Brisbane Roar. Speaking on the sidelines of the Roar's tour of the Lion City - where they will take on the WPL all-stars on 4 April -

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16:22

Sports Minutes: Ignatius Ang on the elusive Singapore...

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2025/04/02

From almost hanging up his boots to hitting his best-ever goal tally—Ignatius Ang is having a season to remember. But despite his standout performances for Balestier Khalsa, a national team call-up still eludes him. And on Sports Minutes, we unpack the highs and lows of his journey—his resurgence on the pitch, the motivation he draws from coaching young players, and the reality of Singapore footballers juggling side hustles to secure their futures. READ

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Sports Minutes: Netball Singapore's newly appointed...

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2025/03/28

Netball Singapore is entering a bold new era. With Daniel Ho at the helm as CEO and Tara Steel leading the charge as head coach & technical director, the Vandas are gearing up for an action-packed 2025. And on Sports Minutes, we dive into their vision, the game plan for Singapore’s netball future, and what it will take to elevate the sport. From high-performance strategies to growing the netball community, this is the inside track on the next chapter of Singapore netball. READ

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15:19

Sports Minutes: : Singapore's stalemate against Hong...

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2025/03/26

Despite a much-improved effort, Singapore had to settle for point in their Asian Cup Qualifier against Hong Kong - lamenting TWO disallowed goals, and their barren run in finding the net, that has now seen the Lions' draw 4 blanks in their last 5 games. So where to from here for Ogura and co.? We hear from captain Hariss Harun, Ilhan Fandi and Deepanraj Ganesan on Sports Minutes. READ

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Sports Minutes: Perry Ng on attaining Singapore PR...

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2025/03/23

A few days on since Singapore’s 1-0 friendly defeat to Nepal, and it seems like the rhetoric surrounding the National Team has changed for the worst - but is it really all doom and gloom? Perhaps not, with the news of a certain Perry Ng gaining his PR status, and a host of younger Lions making the step up. On today’s show we’ll hear from TWO players who could well and truly breath fresh life and add fresh blood to the Lions - Perry Ng & Jordan Emaviwe. Got a story to tell? Get

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Sports Minutes: Singapore’s Kabir Anurag on chasing...

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2025/03/21

With the 2025 Formula 1 season up and running, Sports Minutes is in conversation with 17-year-old Singaporean racer Kabir Anurag, part of the Alpine Development Team. He shares his journey—from the Winter Series to life with an F1 team, the sacrifices of living abroad, and balancing academics with racing. We also dive into Singapore’s support for motorsport talent and his road ahead. Buckle up for an inspiring ride! READ

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18:55

Sports Minutes: Forrest Li confirms candidacy for...

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2025/03/17

Forrest Li has officially thrown his hat into the ring in the contest for Singapore football’s top post - as the Football Association of Singapore confirmed that the election to decide the leaders of Singapore football will be held on 28 April 2025. So what next on the timeline to the extraordinary congress? And who could be in the running alongside Li? Deepanraj Ganesan weighs in on this - as well as the National Team's upcoming games, and the Singapore Cup fixtures gone by. READ

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Sports Minutes: Liverpool's pain is Newcastle's gain,...

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2025/03/17

Newcastle end their 70-year wait for silverware - clinching the English League Cup at the expense of Liverpool, beating them 2-1 at Wembley. And on Sports Minutes, we check in with two jubilant Geordies - Sazali Abdul Aziz & Terrence Ong - and lifelong Liverpool fan - Deborah Rowe - to find out what it means for both camps. Got a story to tell? Get in touch!raushan@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Sports Minutes: Lion City Sailors defeat Sanfrecce...

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2025/03/13

The Lion City Sailors' dream run in the ACL Two continues, as they defeated Sanfrecce Hiroshima 4-1 on aggregate to book a spot in the last four. This is only the third time a team from Singapore have reached the semi-finals of a continental competition. So how did the Sailors, the only South-east Asian outfit left in Asia’s second-tier club competition, defy the odds to overcome their illustrious opponents? Deepanraj Ganesan speaks to Sports Minutes after a historic night at the Jalan Besar

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Sports Minutes: Still Aerion's Head Coach Jeremy...

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2025/03/12

Did you know that amongst the NINE teams competing in the Singapore Women’s Premier League - there is ONLY ONE that does not have an active men’s team. And that team is Still Aerion Women’s Football Club. Dedicated to female footballers - the club have a roster that includes players who’ve featured in the Women’s World Cup, stars of the Singapore Lionesses past and present, and at the helm have a former S-league winner in Jeremy Chiang. So with all the ingredients in

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