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Deepanraj Ganesan

Deepanraj’s first stint with The Straits Times was in 2015 when Singapore hosted the SEA Games. For almost a decade, he has reported on local, regional and international sports. A communications graduate from the Nanyang Technological University, Deepanraj’s keen interest in local football can be seen in his coverage of the grassroots scene, Singapore Premier League and national team.

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S’pore sports fraternity hopes more will step up after SEA’s $50 million donation

FAS President Forrest Li addressing guests during the FAS Partner Appreciation Ceremony ahead of the Singapore Men’s national team match at the National Stadium.
FAS President Forrest Li addressing guests during the FAS Partner Appreciation Ceremony ahead of the Singapore Men’s national team match at the National Stadium.

What can $50 million donation do for Singapore football?

Home-grown technology company Sea Limited has committed a $50 million donation to support the long-term development of football in Singapore.
Home-grown technology company Sea Limited has committed a $50 million donation to support the long-term development of football in Singapore.

FAS president Forrest Li’s company Sea pledges $50m to support development of S’pore football

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam with FAS president Forrest Li at the FAS’ partner appreciation ceremony at the National Stadium on March 31.
President Tharman Shanmugaratnam with FAS president Forrest Li at the FAS’ partner appreciation ceremony at the National Stadium on March 31.

Back from injury, Ilhan Fandi vows Lions will still ‘go all out’ against Bangladesh

Ilhan Fandi (far left) of Singapore in action during a training session held at the National Stadium ahead of the Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh on March 31, 2026.
Ilhan Fandi (far left) of Singapore in action during a training session held at the National Stadium ahead of the Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh on March 31, 2026.

Swiss team Lugano overcome upset by Singapore to become 3x3 champions

Lugano's Westher Molteni goes for a point during the 3x3.EXE Super Premier final on March 29.
Lugano's Westher Molteni goes for a point during the 3x3.EXE Super Premier final on March 29.

Right time for Mohamed Salah to go, says ex-Liverpool defender John Arne Riise

Profile of former Liverpool defender John Arne Riise, 45, at the Padang on March 27, 2026. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO
Profile of former Liverpool defender John Arne Riise, 45, at the Padang on March 27, 2026. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO

Lions forward Ikhsan Fandi’s career on the upswing again – with some help from the golf course

Lions forward Ikhsan Fandi finds that golf is something that can "calm you down".
Lions forward Ikhsan Fandi finds that golf is something that can "calm you down".

Jordan Emaviwe hails Lions’ team support for bouncing back from worst moment of his career

Profile of Singaporean footballer Jordan Emaviwe at PARKROYAL on Beach Road on March 25, 2026. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO
Profile of Singaporean footballer Jordan Emaviwe at PARKROYAL on Beach Road on March 25, 2026. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO

New national youth development programme set to give Singapore basketball a shot in the arm

Elessa Angel Emily (middle) transferred from Yishun Secondary School to the Singapore Sports School (SSP) in 2026 and is part of both NYDP U19 and 3x3 basketball programmes.
Credit: Sport Singapore 
caption: Elessa Angel Emily (middle) transferred from Yishun Secondary School to the Singapore Sports School (SSP) in 2026 and is part of both NYDP U19 and 3x3 basketball programmes.
Elessa Angel Emily (middle) transferred from Yishun Secondary School to the Singapore Sports School (SSP) in 2026 and is part of both NYDP U19 and 3x3 basketball programmes.
Credit: Sport Singapore 
caption: Elessa Angel Emily (middle) transferred from Yishun Secondary School to the Singapore Sports School (SSP) in 2026 and is part of both NYDP U19 and 3x3 basketball programmes.

Fifa Asean Cup in September and October could disrupt Lions’ plans

Singapore players and fans celebrating after drawing 0-0 to Malaysia and going through to the semi finals of the AFF Asean Championship at Bukit Jalil Stadium on Dec 20, 2024.
Singapore players and fans celebrating after drawing 0-0 to Malaysia and going through to the semi finals of the AFF Asean Championship at Bukit Jalil Stadium on Dec 20, 2024.

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