SAFETY PRIORITY FOR FAS

Centralised training camp on home soil will replace Lions’ friendly with Faroes in Dubai

- David Lee Senior Sports Correspondent

Singapore skipper Hariss Harun (No. 14) says the Lions want to do their best in front of the home fans in their final Asian Cup qualifier match against Bangladesh at the National Stadium on March 26. PHOTO: FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION OF SINGAPORE.

The national men’s football team’s friendly against the Faroe Islands in Dubai on March 26 has been cancelled, as the Football Association of Singapore (FAS) prioritises the "safety and well-being" of the team and fans amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

In response to The Straits Times’ queries, an FAS spokesman said: "The decision was made following a thorough assessment of the evolving security situation in the region and its potential implications for travel and match operations, and in consultation with the relevant stakeholders.

"The safety and well-being of our players, coaching staff, officials and supporters remain our foremost priority."