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Hougang Hools on RazorTV
Published on 2013-03-21 08:59:00
Singing, chanting and urging their team on at every match, ultra inspired diehard S-League fan clubs actually do exist. We checked out an S-League match alongside fans from the Hougang Hools and The Black Sheep from Woodlands, to find out why just ho
Don't Forget Your S.League Day version 2.0
Published on 2012-12-30 23:39:00
Photo: LATW crew LATW - Lions All The Way crew's second edition of Don't Forget Your S.League Day is here and Hougang HOOLs is proud to be part of this initiative! Date : Tuesday, 1st January 2013 Meeting Time : 12 noon Meeting
Save Woodlands Wellington Campaign
Published on 2012-11-22 02:10:00
Dear fellow HougangHOOLs, Our fellow friends in Woodlands Wellington are gathering to rally support and create awareness for the plight of their illustrious club. As per Hougang HOOLs tradition and founding principle, we stand in solidarity with ou
Shahir Hamzah and Fairoz Hasan go back to Hougang United roots
Published on 2012-11-19 21:29:00
By Kenneth Tan Goal.com Photo: Kenneth Tan The 2012 S.League season may have just ended but for an aspiring club like Hougang United, preparations for the 2013 season is already underway. 18 men were gathered for their first pre-season training
Cheers all around at Awards Night
Published on 2012-11-14 01:02:00
By Kenneth Tan S-League Photo: Muhammad Yusuf (FAS)
Hougang Hools night futsal-cum-makan!
Published on 2012-11-05 19:51:00
Photo: Redsports.sg Date: Friday, 9th
Support is the lifeblood of football
Published on 2012-11-04 20:02:00
By Sazali Abdul Aziz and David Lee The New Paper Photo: TNP SINGAPORE - Halfway around the globe, in the more modest environment of the S-League, those words (left) by Shankly and Platini still ring true. As Tampines prepare to take on Harimau Mu
Harimau top-three bid dented by Hougang
Published on 2012-10-29 22:36:00
By ESPNStar.com Gabriel Tan Photo: Chris Harvey HGFC 0HARIMAU MUDA 0 Harimau Muda's bid to finish in the top three of the Great Eastern-YEO's S.League were handed a small blow as they were held to a 0-0 draw at Hougang United. In a fairly open game, both sides had their fair share of chances but the Young Tigers found their path to goal blocked by an inspired Fadhil Salim, who produced a string of outstanding saves to deny the visitors. Nonetheless, it was the Cheetahs who came closest to [..]
Bacina rallying Cheetahs for the last hurrah
Published on 2012-10-29 03:30:00
By Kenneth Tan Photo: Aundry Gan Taking a step forward is indeed essential for Hougang, but whether Bacina will be around to nurture the squad next season is another matter, with the uncertainty surrounding his position. The 41-year-old revealed that the Cheetahs management yet to talk to him regarding plans for 2013, adding that talks will only start after their match against the Harimau Muda is finished. In the immediate term, however, he is likely to miss out on the services of creative [..]
Kelantan The Red Warriors Supporters
Published on 2012-10-27 01:24:00
A short
DPMM win brings title race to the wire
Published on 2012-10-24 21:00:00
By ESPNStar.com Gabriel Tan Photo: FAS HGFC 1 Jordan Webb 39' DPMM FC 3 Azwan Salleh 25', Patrick Roberto 52',
Semagat regardless the score
Published on 2012-10-24 19:00:00
Match Preview: Hougang United vs DPMM FC
Published on 2012-10-23 21:22:00
By OPOD Jia Hui Chicharito and Nicholas Neo Photo: Mohd Safwan bin Saiful Sopian The equation is simple for DPMM - Win, or they can forget about winning the title. With only four points separating them and league leaders Tampines Rovers,
Heavy friendly defeat not fazing Tay
Published on 2012-10-11 21:55:00
By S-League Kenneth Tan Photo: Chris Harvey HGFC 5 Fazli Jaffar 13', Ante Barac 19' (pen), Jordan Webb 27', Azhar Sarudin 59', Diallo Mamadou 68' TRFC 1 Sead Hadžibulić 17' (pen) Tampines Rovers were given a stern reminder of how badly defeat could sting them when they visited Hougang Stadium for a friendly outing against Hougang United on Thursday evening. If the outcome of the match was anything to go by, the Stags will do well to be wary when they step out on the Jalan Besar Stadi [..]
New league format, revised prize monies?
Published on 2012-10-11 00:28:00
By Mervin Tan Photo: Goal.com With the announcement of the new S.League format next season, there are widespread apprehension and even derision (once again) in effecting any changes for our league, whether for better or poorer. Like what Bolasepako.com predicts about that widespread skeptism about anything to do with our very own Singaporean national league:
Clubs set for bigger carrot
Published on 2012-10-10 21:37:00
Tampines Rovers pocketed S$150,000 when
S-League format set for revamp
Published on 2012-10-10 01:21:00
By ESPNSTAR.com staff Photo: Wikipedia Changes to the format of the Great Eastern-Yeo's S-League are in the works as Singapore's top professional football league reinvents itself in a bid to win more fans. The current format of the S-League sees the 13 teams in the league play one another in home and away fixtures, with the final standings of the teams decided after all 24 rounds of games have been played but next season could see an additional component added to this set-up. Following t [..]
He needs extra time
Published on 2012-10-05 03:20:00
Story reproduced from NTU’s magazine, HEY! Photo: NTU SINGAPORE - This guy wishes there were 25 hours in a day. Then he can squeeze in a little more work, a little more planning, a little more thinking. That extra hour could either give him the chance to finish his university assignment or map out his strategy against his professional football club's opponent in an upcoming match. Or finalise his thoughts on what to tell the boys he coaches. For Syaqir Sulaiman, leisure is a dirty word [..]
Hougang coach Nenad Bacina 'proud' after draw with SAFFC
Published on 2012-09-30 23:48:00
Photo: ST He Photography HGFC 2 Jordan Webb 39', Azhar Sairudin 59' SAFFC 2 Mislav Karoglan 33', Shimpei Sakurada 68' The ex-Warriors captain was happy with the 2-2 draw against his former side which extended their unbeaten streak to nine games, while Richard Bok was happy with a point as well. "I thought it was a good game; I'm satisfied with the point," explained SAFFC coach Richard Bok after the game. "Overall, we had good movement, we worked well down the flanks, and we took our goals w [..]
SAF held, Hougang's unbeaten run continues
Published on 2012-09-29 23:54:00
White Swans fail to soar as title hopes fade
Published on 2012-09-22 01:50:00
By Goal.com Muhd Khalis Rifhan Photo: Chris Harvey ANFC 2 Yasuhiro Yamakoshi 32', 94' HGFC 3 Diallo Mamadou 29', Sobrie Mazelan 66', Jordan Webb 76' A brace from Yasuhiro Yamakoshi failed to prevent Hougang United from grabbing a famous victory over ten-men Albirex Niigata (S) to leave their title hopes hanging by a thread. Second-placed Albirex Niigata (S) lost more ground in the S.League title race as they crashed to a 3-2 defeat at home to Hougang United, despite Yasuhiro Yamakoshi's [..]
Hougang United edge past 10-men Albirex Niigata
Published on 2012-09-21 02:05:00
Match Preview: Albirex Niigata (S) vs Hougang United
Published on 2012-09-19 02:53:00
By OPOD Jia Hui Chicharito Photo: Chris Harvey After Tampines’ 3-0 victory over the Courts Young Lions last night, Albirex Niigata (S) are now in intense pressure to win tonight’s game against Hougang United to keep up the pace with the Stags. The White Swans are now eight points away from the top with four games to go and if they are to stand any chance of wrestling the title away from Tampines, this is a must-win game for them especially with an upcoming potential title decider next We [..]
No revenge for Cup exit for Hougang
Published on 2012-09-16 22:05:00
By Goal.com Kenneth Tan Photo: Chris Harvey HGFC 0 Fazli Jaffar 57'
Match Preview: Hougang United vs Gombak United
Published on 2012-09-15 22:33:00
By OPOD Jia Hui Chicharito Photo: OPOD Gombak travel to the Hougang Stadium tonight to take on Hougang as they continue their climb up the table. Currently in ninth place, a win here for the Bulls will see them leapfrog Hougang into eighth place as both teams are level on points before tonight’s clash. A win for Hougang though, will put them just one point away from 7th-placed SAFFC who are set for their worst-ever finish this season. The Cheetahs were made to rue two dropped points in the [..]
AFC Champions League post-inspection press conference has been called-off
Published on 2012-09-13 03:16:00
By Goal.com The FAS had earlier announced that the decision over Singapore's participation in the ACL would be made known in a press conference on Saturday. Full Statement: “The S.League management, in a joint decision with AFC Special Missions Team (SMT), have decided to cancel the post-inspection press conference scheduled for this Saturday. This is because the AFC SMT has decided that it is more appropriate to conduct a workshop for S.League club officials following the inspection, and a [..]
Hougang United 0:2 Tanjong Pagar United (Prime League)
Published on 2012-09-12 03:25:00
Singapore AFC Champions League fate to be decided on September 15
Published on 2012-09-11 03:10:00
By Goal.com Khalis Rifhan Asian Football Confederation's Special Mission Team to inspect and evaluate management and administration of S.League clubs and facilities of stadiums for ACL participation The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is sending a Special Mission Team (SMT), led by Mr Stuart M. Ramalingam, to inspect and evaluate the management and administration of S.League clubs and facilities of stadiums from September 11 to 15. This inspection will help AFC to evaluate S.League’s sta [..]
HGFC (U-16) 2:1 BKFC (U-16)
Published on 2012-09-10 01:08:00
Friendly: Hougang United 5 - 1 Tiong Bahru FC
Published on 2012-09-08 00:45:00
S-League: HGFC 2:2 WWFC
Published on 2012-09-06 23:05:00
S-LeagueSaturday 1st September 2012Hougang United 2 : 2 Woodlands WellingtonHougang Stadium Hougang United - (Sobrie Mazelan 7', Fazli Jaffar 23') Woodlands Wellington - (Goh Swee Swee 35', Daniel Hammond 57')
Rams show steel at comeback at Hougang
Published on 2012-09-02 01:12:00
By Elwyn Lee Photo: OPOD HGFC 2 Sobrie Mazelan 7’, Fazli Jaffar 23’ WWFC 2 Goh Swee Swee 35’, Daniel Hammond 57’ Woodlands Wellington shook off a disjointed first half-hour to take a share of the spoils off hosts Hougang United in a 2-2 draw at Hougang Stadium on Saturday evening. It looked to be Hougang’s game for the taking early on, as they went into the half-time break with a 2-1 lead and plenty of verve in reserve. But a second-half goal by Daniel Hammond saved Woodlands a p [..]
All square between Hougang and Woodlands
Published on 2012-09-02 00:30:00
Match Preview: Hougang United vs Woodlands Wellington
Published on 2012-08-31 01:40:00
By OPOD Jia Hui Chicharito Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's S-league Unlucky not to have claimed a famous victory against Tampines Rovers in their last game, Hougang will be looking for all three points this time round as they take on visitors Woodlands Wellington. Only a controversial decision from referee Abdul Malik prevented the Cheetahs from recording a win over Tampines last Friday. It was an undeserving result though, as Hougang did well throughout with the Stags looking rather lacklustre un [..]
S-League: HGFC 1:1 TRFC
Published on 2012-08-26 22:27:00
S-LeagueFriday 24 August 2012Hougang United 1 : 1 Tampines RoversBishan Stadium Hougang United - (Diallo Mamadou 25') Home United - (Ante Barac 42' OG)
Bacina unhappy at refereeing display
Published on 2012-08-25 23:56:00
By ESPNSTAR.com staff Photo: ST He Photography HGFC 1 Diallo Mamadou 25’ TRFC 1 Ante Barac (OG) 42’ Hougang United coach Nenad Bacina expressed his disappointment at the refereeing in their 1-1 Great Eastern-YEO's S.League draw with Tampines Rovers on Friday evening. In an enthralling encounter at the Hougang Stadium, the Cheetahs went in front in the 25th minute when Mamadou Diallo produced a moment of magic, picking up the ball on the edge of the area and skipping past a challenge be [..]
Match Preview: Hougang United vs Tampines Rovers
Published on 2012-08-23 23:44:00
By OPOD Nigel Chin (Chinguson) Match Day:
Turn your fans into Evangelists and word-of-mouth marketeers for your football club
Published on 2012-08-23 01:30:00
Photo: Hougang United Football Club By Robert Kakembo One of the best ways to grow a fan base is to turn the converted into recruiters. Religion is thousands of years old and growing strong because they deciphered this marketing technique a long time ago. Jesus walking along the Sea of Galilee found Peter and Andrew casting their nets. He told them: 'come and follow me and I will turn you into fishers of men'. That was the beginning of turning of converts into evangelists (advocates). This is [..]
2012 Great Eastern-YEO'S S.League: Top Goals Of July
Published on 2012-08-21 22:02:00
Goals: Diallo Mamadou, Ante Barac and Jordan Webb
Tale of two halves for Hougang in friendly against Johor FA
Published on 2012-08-15 10:25:00
By OPOD Jia Hui Chicharito Photo: Chris Harvey HGFC 0 JOHOR 2 Orlando 45’ (pen), 74’ A Muriel Orlando brace was enough for Malaysian Premier League (MPL) side Johor FA to see off the challenge of visitors Hougang United from the S.League as they emerged 2-0 winners in a international club friendly played on Tuesday night. It was a tale of two halves as Hougang clearly dominated the first but it was Johor FA who took the stranglehold of the game in the second and eventually went on to wi [..]
Team Fandi vs Team Bacina
Published on 2012-08-14 22:33:00
Late Sakurada strike seals semi-final berth
Published on 2012-08-05 10:04:00
By Goal.com Muhd Khalis Rifhan HGFC 0 SAFFC 1 Shimpei Sakurada 90' SAFFC needed a rebound from a penalty in the dying minutes to seal the win against Hougang United and progress to the semi-final The intention was evident from the starting eleven for both SAFFC and Hougang United as several senior players made their return to the respective squads. Hougang were forced to make do without Stanislav Vidakovic as he is set to miss the rest of the season after he underwent an operation two days [..]
Farewell to our Physio! We love you Huimin!
Published on 2012-08-04 22:16:00
Match Preview: SAF vs Hougang
Published on 2012-08-04 05:37:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's S-League Saturday, 4th August 2012, 8.30 PM Venue: Choa Chu Kang Stadium Ticket Price: Adults $5, Students $1 Hougang will start off their knockout stages, and a possible dream run to League Cup glory, when they travel to the Choa Chu Kang Stadium to face the recently resurgent Singapore Armed Forces FC this coming Saturday. Right after the three week break in June, Hougang had turned into a more exciting outfit, by going on a six-game unbeaten s [..]
Super-sub Indra fires Home to victory
Published on 2012-08-02 04:30:00
By OPOD Teng Kiat Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's S-League HGFC 0 HGFC 2 Indra Sahdan Daud 49', 57' Indra Sahdan came on in the second half to strike twice for Home United as they beat Hougang United 2-0 in their Starhub League Cup Group C match, scoring only his second and third goals for the club since re-signing for them this season. Home fielded a strong line-up but could still afford to leave the likes of Indra and Qiu Li on the bench, while the Croatian duo of Ante Barac and Stanislav Vid [..]
Home to play DPMM, Hougang pays SAF a visit
Published on 2012-08-02 03:30:00
Match Preview: Hougang vs Home
Published on 2012-07-31 08:35:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Chris Harvey Match Day:
FAS chief calls for patience
Published on 2012-07-30 23:57:00
By TODAY Mohamed Shamir Photo: TNP SINGAPORE - From progress in the area of youth development to having more money in the coffers, Football Association of Singapore (FAS) President Zainudin Nordin went through most of the high points of the last year in football at the FAS Annual General Meeting (AGM) at its Jalan Besar headquarters yesterday. But a hush fell over the room as K Suppaiah stood up at the end of the meeting to point out the failures of the S-League in an emotional delivery that [..]
Cheetahs seal progress to quarter-finals
Published on 2012-07-29 21:12:00
By Goal.com Muhd Khalis Rifhan Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's S-League CYL 1 Hafiz Abu Sujad 90' HGFC 2 Diallo Mamadou 6', Azhar Sairudin 84' After suffering a defeat against Home United in their group C opener, only a victory could ensure progress to the quarter-finals for Court Young Lions. But it was not to be their night as the visitors took all three points courtesy of a goal each from Mamadou Diallo and Azhar Sairudin. The Cubs had a disastrous start in their final group game against Hou [..]
Bacina wary of setting targets
Published on 2012-07-29 03:47:00
By Kenneth Tan Photo: Aundry Gan 29th July 2012 (Sunday) Courts Young Lions v Hougang United Jalan Besar Stadium, 8.30 pm Adults: S$ 5.00 Student: S$ 1.00 Hougang United will kick off their StarHub League Cup 2012 campaign with a visit to Jalan Besar Stadium on Sunday evening to take on an unpredictable Courts Young Lions outfit. 2011 was a milestone year for the northeastern club, not only finishing a record seventh in the league, but also achieving a semifinals finish for the RHB Singapore [..]
S-League: HUFC 1:1 HGFC
Published on 2012-07-23 05:12:00
S-LeagueSaturday 21 July 2012Home United 1 : 1 Hougang UnitedBishan Stadium Home United - ( Frederic Mendy 80') Hougang United - (Diallo Mamadou 85')
Plucky Hougang hold Home to draw
Published on 2012-07-22 00:31:00
By ESPNStar.com Gabriel Tan at the Bishan Stadium Photo: Chris Harvey HUFC 1
Match Preview: Home vs Hougang
Published on 2012-07-20 23:45:00
By OPOD Nigel Chin (Chinguson) Photo: Chris Harvey 21st July 2012 (Saturday) Home United v Hougang United Bishan Stadium, 8.30 pm Adults: S$ 5.00 Student: S$ 1.00 A Home United side still on a high after a tremendous 7-3 win over Geylang United the last time out will take on an on form Hougang United who have won three straight games to rise to eighth spot in the league. For all their brilliance against the Eagles however, their defence remains questionable. The Protectors went in the halft [..]
Inspired Hougang claim Balestier scalp
Published on 2012-07-17 21:18:00
ESPNStar.com By Gabriel Tan Photo: Chris Harvey BKFC 0
Hougang Hools delighted at Toa Payoh Stadium
Published on 2012-07-17 20:25:00
Match Preview: Balestier vs Hougang
Published on 2012-07-16 21:44:00
By OPOD Teng Kiat Photo: Chris Harvey 17th July 2012 (Tuesday) Balestier Khalsa v Hougang United Toa Payoh Stadium, 7.45 pm Gunning for a third win on their trot, Hougang United will travel the short distance to nearby Toa Payoh to face off with fellow cats Balestier Khalsa who went down to a surprising 0-1 defeat at Gombak United last week. Seemingly revitalised after the mid-season break, the Cheetahs have notched consecutive victories over Tanjong Pagar and Geylang but they have had to di [..]
StarHub League Cup Draw
Published on 2012-07-13 02:06:00
Last-gasp Webb winner breaks Geylang hearts
Published on 2012-07-12 00:03:00
By OPOD Teng Kiat Photo: OPOD GUFC 1
Match Preview: Geylang vs Hougang
Published on 2012-07-10 22:43:00
By OPOD Teng Kiat Photo: Yusuf Photography 11th July 2012 (Wednesday) Geylang United v Hougang United Bedok Stadium, 7.45 pm Having sat out the past week of Singapore Cup action due to their earlier elimination by Loyola Meralco Sparks, cellar-dwellers Geylang United return to league action against a Hougang United side who crashed out of the Cup last week. Winless in their last five league games, the Eagles have the opportunity to move off the bottom of the table if they better Woodlands’ [..]
Match Preview: Geylang vs Hougang
Published on 2012-07-09 22:30:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Gary Goh Match Day: Wednesday, 11th July 2012, 7.45 PM Venue: Bedok Stadium Ticket Price: Adults $5, Students $1 The Cheetahs will be looking to extinguish the demons of the Singapore Cup disappointment this Wednesday when they travel to Bedok Stadium to face Geylang United. Fresh from the wounds of a bitter defeat, Hougang will be looking to spur on their chances in the league by giving their best against bottom side Geylang United. The Eagles, with only two victo [..]
Bacina: Cup exit was fully deserving
Published on 2012-07-08 22:14:00
By ESPNStar.com By Gabriel Tan Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's S-League HGFC 0
RHB Match Preview: Hougang United vs Gombak United
Published on 2012-07-05 22:25:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Chris Harvey Match Day: Saturday, 7th July 2012, 7.45 PM Venue: Hougang Stadium Ticket Price: Adults $5, Students $1 Hougang will be looking forward this quarter final tie off, when they face the Bulls again this Saturday, which promises to be an exciting affair. Goals from Jordan Webb and a rare goal from Ante Barac had the Cheetahs one foot into the semi-finals, where they will meet the winning team of the uniformed derby of Home United and the Singapore Armed For [..]
RHB Singapore Cup Quarter Finals 1st Leg
Published on 2012-07-04 21:21:00
Bulls falter against Hougang United
Published on 2012-07-03 20:45:00
By OPOD Jia Hui Chicharito Photo: Chris Harvey GBFC 1
RHB Match Preview: Gombak United vs Hougang United
Published on 2012-07-01 23:59:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Hougang Hools Match Day: Tuesday, 3rd July 2012, 7.45 PM Venue: Jurong West Stadium Ticket Price: Adults $5, Students $1 Hougang United will face the Bulls of Gombak United on Tuesday in a RHB Singapore Cup Quarter final fixture, which will be a two-legged fixture. Hougang, who had a fairytale run last season, in which they had finished fourth last season in the cup, only to be denied by both foreign teams, Albirex Niigata & Etoile FC. The Cheetahs will be looking [..]
Hougang United Junior Challenge Trophy 2012
Published on 2012-06-27 23:06:00
Held on five days in June 2012, the HGFC Junior Challenge Trophy was an opportunity for primary schools to compete against each other in both U-10 and U-12 groups. Substantial cash prizes for the schools and 40 individual scholarships to train and play at Hougang United were awarded. Participating Schools:Yio Chu Kang Primary Loyang PrimaryYangzheng PrimaryNaval Base PrimaryShuqun PrimaryYuhua PrimaryZhenghua Primary Video: Chris Harvey (23:20 mins) Photos: Chris Harvey More pictur [..]
S-League: TPFC 0:1 HGFC
Published on 2012-06-20 10:37:00
S-League Thursday 14 June 2012Tanjong Pagar United 0 : 1 Hougang UnitedJalan Besar Stadium Hougang United - (Jordan Webb 65')
Hougang United @ Universal Studios Singapore
Published on 2012-06-18 22:46:00
RHB Singapore Cup QF dates out
Published on 2012-06-16 22:49:00
By ESPNStar.com The quarter-finals fixtures of the RHB Singapore Cup have been announced.
Hougang United back to winning ways
Published on 2012-06-15 21:56:00
By OPOD Nigel Chin (Chinguson) Photo: OPOD TPFC 0 HGFC 1 Jordan Webb 65' Hougang United started the second half of the S-League on the right track with a narrow 1-0 win over Tanjong Pagar United, ending the Jaguar’s streak of three 1-0 victories. The Cheetahs themselves too, had ended a streak of their own after entering the mid-season break with six straight defeats on the trot, dropping into the bottom three. Motivated to end the run, they started the game sprinting out of the blocks an [..]
Result all that matters for Hougang's Bacina
Published on 2012-06-14 22:26:00
By ESPNStar.com Gabriel Tan Photo: Gale TPFC 0 HGFC 1 Jordan Webb 65' Hougang United coach Nenad Bacina cut a relieved figure after seeing his side end a six-game losing streak in the Great Eastern-YEO's S.League on Thursday evening. The Cheetahs headed into their game against Tanjong Pagar United at the Jalan Besar Stadium without a point from their last six league outings, but managed to grab a 1-0 win thanks to Jordan Webb's well-taken volley in the 65th minute. While the game was fairl [..]
Match Preview: Tanjong Pagar vs Hougang
Published on 2012-06-13 21:27:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Match Day: Thursday, 14th June 2012, 7.45 PM Venue: Jalan Besar Stadium Ticket Price: Adults $5, Students $1 S-League has returned for the 2nd half of the season, as the first live game will feature the Mighty Cheetahs of Hougang vs Tanjong Pagar United Hougang will start this game in 11th place, after having their bright starts early this season. Six defeats in a row from March till May handed Hougang a freefall down the table. However, they had met the Jaguars twice this [..]
Bill-ing a united Hougang
Published on 2012-05-22 18:00:00
By FiveFootWay.com Source: Zakaria Zainal Bill Ng is
Hougang United through to the final eight
Published on 2012-05-21 23:33:00
Photo: Emil
Hougang breaks losing streak with penalty win
Published on 2012-05-21 21:53:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Chris Harvey TPFC Hafiz Osman 70' HGFC Mamadou Diallo 59' Hougang win 4-3 on penalties The Hougang faithfuls have finally have something to cheer about, at the Queenstown Stadium yesterday. Hougang United have finally broke their losing streak of six games – this time, beating the ever-improving Jaguars in the RHB Singapore Cup preliminary rounds in penalty shootout. Hougang made changes to the side who played against Courts Young Lions – Ignatius Ang droppi [..]
Gombak, Hougang to meet in Singapore Cup
Published on 2012-05-20 22:26:00
By ESPNSTAR.com staff Photo: Great Eatern Yeo's S-League TPFC Hafiz Osman 70' HGFC Mamadou Diallo 59' Hougang win 4-3 on penalties Gombak United and Hougang United will meet in the quarter-finals of the RHB Singapore Cup after both sides recorded wins on Sunday. Gombak, who were up against foreign side Harimau Muda B in their opening round match at the Jurong West Stadium, took the lead after just 11 minutes when Christopher Anderson fired them in front. Fairoz Hasan then doubled the Bul [..]
Hougang Hools happy with quarter finals placing
Published on 2012-05-19 21:56:00
RHB Match Preview: Tanjong Pagar United vs Hougang United
Published on 2012-05-18 22:10:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's S-League Match Day: Sunday, 20th May 2012, 7.45 PM Venue: Queenstown Stadium Ticket Price: Free ENTRY for all match attendees The Cheetahs will be looking to kickstart their Singapore Cup foray this season, starting with a trip to Queenstown Stadium where they take on the improving Tanjong Pagar United this Sunday. Much will be anticipated in this campaign, when the Cheetahs surprised the lot last season, eventually finishing fourth in this comp [..]
S-League: HGFC 0:2 CYL
Published on 2012-05-11 22:39:00
S-LeagueFriday 27 Apr 2012Hougang United 0 : 2 Courts Young LionsYishun Stadium Courts Young Lions - (El-Masri
Hougang Hools back at home for Courts Young Lions
Published on 2012-05-10 22:37:00
Sherif guns down Hougang United
Published on 2012-05-10 21:40:00
By OPOD Photos: Great Eastern Yeo's S-League HGFC
Bill back in the hunt for Rangers
Published on 2012-05-09 21:59:00
By TODAY Photo: TNP SINGAPORE - Barely three weeks after it looked over, the bid by the consortium led by Singaporean Bill Ng to land embattled Scottish Premier League giants Glasgow Rangers is on again. And in a surprising twist, he could now have the club at just half of his group's initial offer of £20 million (S$40.4 million). This after American tycoon Bill Miller withdrew his on Tuesday (yesterday morning, Singapore time), which left Rangers, already mired in debts of about £55.4 mi [..]
Match Preview: Hougang vs CYL
Published on 2012-05-08 21:27:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Match Day: Thurday, 10th May 2012 Venue: Hougang Stadium,
Hougang United at DPMM, Brunei
Published on 2012-05-08 01:35:00
Video: Chris Harvey Length: 27:02 mins
Hougang Hools in Brunei Darussalam
Published on 2012-05-07 00:30:00
Match Preview: DPMM vs Hougang
Published on 2012-05-03 22:35:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Chris Harvey Match Day: Saturday, 5th May 2012 Venue: Stadium Hassanal Bolkiah,BSB, 8.15pm kick-off In the first away game overseas this season, the Cheetahs will be looking to bounce back in the doldrums, after four consecutive defeats this season, when they take on DPMM in the hositile home crowd in Bandar Seri Begawan. The Cheetahs will be looking to regain their confidence in scoring goals after the last four games have seen them scoring only three goals, even [..]
Longest sponsor of S-League – YEO’S
Published on 2012-05-02 09:01:00
By Kallangroar.com Into their ninth year of their sponsorship with YEO’s, the S-League and its players have greatly benefitted from the exposure YEO’s have brought. The number “9” signifies creativity and timelessness. These words aptly describe YEO’s nine year sponsorship. Since 2004, YEO’s have partnered NTUC Income and now, Great Eastern to sponsor the S-League. They have introduced many different creative programs and activities to strengthen the importance of proper hydration, [..]
S-League: Harimau Muda 3:1 HGFC
Published on 2012-04-30 23:14:00
S-LeagueFriday 27 Apr 2012Harimau Muda 3 : 1 Hougang UnitedYishun Stadium Marimau Muda - (Thamil Arasu 21' pen,
Latest on the RHB Singapore Cup 2012 Draw
Published on 2012-04-29 21:34:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Greateastern Yeos S-League Hougang United had been drawn against Tanjong Pagar in the RHB Singapore Cup in the preliminary rounds - to be held between 14-21 May. The draw, which was held in Bugis Junction, under a scorching Sunday afternoon sun, was held as a fan fare event, to reach to the Sunday crowd in one of the busy shopping areas of Singapore. Alongside with the draw, the show was graced by the S-League cheerleader, the Super Girls, a trio of football freestyle [..]
Gutsy Cheetahs 'outplayed' by Harimau Muda's time-wasting tactics
Published on 2012-04-28 11:27:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg HMFC 3 Thamil Arasu 21' pen) Wan Affize 39',90' HGFC 1 Wan Affize 49' It was a game of two halves, as Hougang and Harimau Muda both playing a 'Jekyll and Hyde' game that saw a measely 459 attendance in Harimau Muda's adopted home, Yishun Stadium. Harimau Muda saw four of their stalwarts, Wan Zack, Gary Robbat, Fadhli Shas and Mahali Jasuli, who were in Kuala Lumpur, on international duty against Hong Kong. However, having played together ever since they were young, the Yo [..]
S-League Match Preview: Harimau Muda vs Hougang United
Published on 2012-04-27 01:20:00
By OPOD Photo: FAS Match Day: Friday, 27th April 2012 Venue: Yishun Stadium, 7.45pm kick-off Tickets: $5.00 (Adult), $ 1.00 (Student) After losing against league leaders Balestier Khalsa 2-0 in a match where they could have gone to the summit instead with a win, the bruised egos of Harimau Muda will face a Hougang United side seemingly down on luck. In the 2-0 lost to Balestier, Harimau Muda looked out of sorts, despite having all the possession in the game. They looked short on ideas and we [..]
Match Preview: Harimua Muda vs Hougang
Published on 2012-04-25 18:15:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Match Day: Friday, 27th April 2012 Venue: Yishun Stadium, 7.45pm kick-off Tickets: $5.00 (Adult), $ 1.00 (Student) Hougang faithfuls might be looking forward to the most pulsating game for this season, facing their rivals from across the Causeway, Harimau Muda. Harimau Muda is currently playing their first season in the S-League, after an agreement signed by the FAS and the Football Association of Malaysia, which saw the creation of Lions XII. While the Lions XII in the Mal [..]
Hools having a jolly good time
Published on 2012-04-24 23:01:00
S-League: SAFFC 1:0 HGFC
Published on 2012-04-24 22:05:00
S-LeagueSunday 22 Apr 2012SAFFC 1 : 0 Hougang UnitedChoa Chu Kang Stadium SAFFC - (Mislav Karoglan 81’)
Hougang's unlucky streak continues
Published on 2012-04-23 23:15:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg SAFFC 1 Mislav Karoglan 81’ HGFC 0 It was a story of near misses on a rain-soaked Sunday night at the Choa Chu Kang Stadium, where both teams, Hougang and the SAF Warriors, badly needed a win to restart their season. Both teams were had experienced painful defeats last time round. Hougang were looking to add on to their lucky streak at the Warriors Dome, where they had won the last two meetings last season. Faizal Amir returned to the right-back slot, after serving a mat [..]
Hougang Hools and S-league SuperGals
Published on 2012-04-23 18:15:00
Late Karoglan header steals points for Warriors in lacklustre clash
Published on 2012-04-22 21:08:00
By Goal.com Photo: Chris Harvey SAFFC 1 Mislav Karoglan 81’ HGFC 0 A late header by Mislav Karoglan gave the Warriors 3 much-needed points against Hougang United in a lacklustre draw at the Choa Chu Kang Stadium For the second-time this season, the floodlights went off at the Choa Chu Kang Stadium in the clash between SAFFC and Hougang United. Play was stopped for 12 minutes early into the second-half and when play resumed, Mislav Karoglan grabbed a late winner with a header to give the [..]
Ng withdraws bid for Rangers
Published on 2012-04-20 21:09:00
By TODAY SINGAPORE - Frustrated at the bidding process, Mr Bill Ng and his Singapore consortium yesterday withdrew their £20 million (S$40 million) bid to take over Scottish football club Glasgow Rangers FC, five days after former club director Paul Murray's Blue Knights consortium also pulled out of the bidding process. Mr Ng and his consortium were the front-runners to take over the 54-time Scottish Premier League champions after the Blue Knights had failed to raise the £500,000 fee four da [..]
Match Preview: SAF vs Hougang
Published on 2012-04-20 08:47:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Chris Harvey Match Day: Sunday, 22th April 2012 Venue: Choa Chu Kang Stadium,
S-League SuperGals
Published on 2012-04-18 21:25:00
Photo: KallangRoar.com As the 2012 Great Eastern-YEO’S S.League season continues to capture the minds and hearts of many with its pulsating action and goals, a new initiative has been launched to further enhance the fans’ match day experience. Aptly named, S.League SuperGals, it is a 10-girl cheerleading group that will be performing for the fans at S.League matches to increase the excitement levels during the matches with their dancing and cheers. The S.League SuperGals are made up of 10 [..]
S-League: HGFC 2:1 ANFC
Published on 2012-04-18 11:00:00
S-LeagueFriday 13 Apr 2012Hougang United 1
Rangers in crisis: Singapore bid chief Bill Ng praised for transforming Hougang United's fortunes
Published on 2012-04-17 23:20:00
By DailyRecord.co.uk Photo: ST PROSPECTIVE Rangers owner Bill Ng transformed his Singaporean football club from also-rans to cup finalists by investing in youth and paying off debts, according to a journalist from his home country. Ng moved into pole position to become preferred bidder for the club last night after former Rangers director Paul Murray's Blue Knights consortium took a step back from the process. Ng is chairman of Hougang United in Singapore and claims to have been a Rangers su [..]
Avramovic will lead Singapore in Suzuki Cup
Published on 2012-04-17 00:02:00
By TODAY SINGAPORE - The Football Association of Singapore (FAS) have resisted calls to relieve national football coach Radojko Avramovic of his post after the Lions' dismal showing in the third round of the Asian Zone World Cup qualifiers. Last night, the executive council sat for some three hours at FAS' Jalan Besar headquarters in a meeting that included a review of the World Cup qualifying campaign. The FAS then released a statement backing the Serb, at least until after December's AFF Su [..]
Knights out! Murray backs off from Rangers bid as Ticketus link up with Ng
Published on 2012-04-16 22:03:00
By MailOnline The Blue Knights have dramatically stepped out of the race to take control of Rangers after backers Ticketus prepared to switch camps to Bill Ng’s Singapore consortium. The shock development appears to place Ng’s group in pole position to claim preferred-bidder status. American businessman Bill Miller also remains in the running, with a two-way fight now underway to take the stricken Ibrox outfit into overseas ownership. It’s understood there is anger among the Blue Knig [..]
Hougang rues late, late drama
Published on 2012-04-15 21:25:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Chris Harvey HGFC 1 Jordan Webb 90' ANFC 2 Kunihiro Yamashita 55’, Norihiro Kawakami 90’ A late goal from Norihiro Kawakami in the dying seconds disappointed the Hougang faithfuls, who have turn up In great numbers, prior to the match. In a fixture which had shown plenty of drama last season, the Cheetahs and the White Swans locked their horns again at Hougang Stadium on Friday. Hougang had students and teachers from Cedar Primary School in attendence that fil [..]
We are Hougang!
Published on 2012-04-14 11:02:00
Albirex last minute breaks Hougang hearts
Published on 2012-04-14 10:43:00
By OPOD HGFC 1 Jordan Webb 90' ANFC 2 Kunihiro Yamashita 55’, Norihiro Kawakami 90’ Hougang United suffered heartbreak against Albirex Niigata when the Japanese side scored a winner in the last minute of injury time, right after they had equalized in the first minute of injury time. Both sides came into the game on the sixth and seventh spot in the table with the Cheetahs leading the White Swans by a point. That said, it did not prevent Hougang from adopting a soak-and-strike strategy. I [..]
Match Preview: Hougang vs Albirex
Published on 2012-04-11 20:42:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg
Cheetahs fell against resolute Bulls
Published on 2012-04-09 22:54:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Chris Harvey GBFC 2 Jung Hee Bong 8’ Hafiz Rahim 69’ HGFC 1 Mamadou Diallo 43’ The Cheetahs fell to their third defeat this season, this time to a resolute Gombak United defence and also their fast counter attacks, which proved to be fatal. The Cheetahs were missing the presence of Stanislav Vidakovic, who was suspended after collecting five yellow cards this season. Azhar Sairudin also missed out, still serving his three match ban after being sent off during [..]
Not Haolian just Hougang
Published on 2012-04-09 18:00:00
Bulls charge to first home win of the season
Published on 2012-04-08 23:58:00
By OPOD Photo: Chris Harvey GBFC 2 Jung Hee Bong 8’ Hafiz Rahim 69’ HGFC 1 Mamadou Diallo 43’ In an even game played at the Jurong West Stadium, it was Gombak United who emerged victorious as they came away with a narrow 2-1 victory against Hougang United. It was Gombak's first home victory of the season, after they were held to a frustrating goalless draw late last month before going down to Brunei DPMM who came visiting last Saturday. Missing the presence of the towering Stanislav [..]
Jung Hee Bong and Hafiz Rahim shine as hosts overcome 10-men visitors to record first home win of the season
Published on 2012-04-08 21:37:00
By Goal.com Photo: Chris Harvey GBFC 2 Jung Hee Bong 8’ Hafiz Rahim 69’ HGFC 1 Mamadou Diallo 43’ The Bulls pair each grabbed a goal to record a vital win for the hosts, while the Cheetahs played with 10-men for the last part of the game as Syaqir Sulaiman was sent off. In a battle of the mid-table teams of last season, Gombak United beat 10-men Hougang United 2-1 at the Jurong West stadium to record their first home win of the season in front of 861 spectators. Jung Hee Bong and Haf [..]
Match Preview: Gombak vs Hougang
Published on 2012-04-06 18:00:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's Match Day: Sunday, 8th April 2012 Venue: Jurong West Stadium, 7.45pm kick-off Tickets: $5.00 (Adult), $ 1.00 (Student) The Cheetahs will be looking to increase their chances on improving last season's 7th place finish - their best yet in history, when they take on the Bulls at Jurong West Stadium this Sunday. Hougang United went back on track to winning ways after impressively dispatching Woodlands Wellington at the Ram's Den, with a Jordan's scr [..]
Hougang United chief a key figure in Rangers FC bid
Published on 2012-04-06 00:07:00
By Straits Times Picture: TNP He is among S'porean group in financial sector to seek club ownership Hougang United chairman Bill Ng has emerged as one of the key figures behind an audacious Singapore bid to take over Scottish football giants Rangers FC. The 52-year-old, who is a director at private equity firm Financial Frontiers, told The Straits Times on Thursday that he is one of a 'handful of Singaporeans from the financial industry' to table a bid for the debt-stricken club. The Singap [..]
S-League: WWFC 1:3 HGFC
Published on 2012-04-04 11:15:00
S-LeagueFriday 30 Mar 2012Woodlands Wellington
Hougang hears a Hool (Part 1)
Published on 2012-04-03 22:32:00
By JustSports JustSports recently caught up with Mervin Tan, one of the founding members Hougang Hools, Hougang United´s supporters club. In this interesting two part interview, Mervin takes us through the origins of the loudest and proudest supporters in Singapore and what it is to be a “Hool”. 1) When was Hougang HOOLs formed? And why? The Hougang United Supporters’ Club, affectionately known as the Hougang HOOLs (Hougang Only One Love!), was officially established on the 1st January [..]
Hougang United player named S-League team of the week
Published on 2012-04-02 23:52:00
The Goal.com team picks the best XI from the latest round of S.League matches Photo: Yusuf Photography Midfield - Ante Barac Although the Bobby Charlton look-alike midfielder did not get a goal, he was the star in his side's 3-1 win over Woodlands Wellington. The midfield mastero dominated the centre of the park and created numerous chances for his teammates through set-pieces. Barac was also unlucky as one of his free-kicks rebounded off the post. Full story
Hougang Hools Graphic Motif
Published on 2012-04-02 21:56:00
Cheetahs blitzed Rams
Published on 2012-04-01 22:40:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's WWFC 1 Goh Swee Swee 71' HGFC 3 Jordan Webb 28' 49' Stanislave Vidavoic 56' The match attendance stands at only 688, but the atmosphere of the game was as electrifying as any La Liga, EPL, Serie A or Bundesliga game. Dubbed by football enthusiasts as the “Noisy Derby”, Hougang United brought along the Hougang Hools to face the Rams of Woodlands, along with the Black Sheep of Woodlands, in a pulsating game. Both teams are looking to restart [..]
Birthday boy Jordan Webb is greeted by fans
Published on 2012-04-01 18:00:00
Woodlands fall at home after the Barac show
Published on 2012-04-01 02:18:00
By OPOD Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's WWFC 1 Goh Swee Swee 71' HGFC 3 Jordan Webb 28' 49' Stanislave Vidavoic 56' After starting the season with two wins, Woodlands Wellington have gone winless for five straight games, earning only one point out of fifteen available. A brace from Canadian winger Jordan Webb and a goal from Vidakovic gave Hougang three points, while Goh Swee Swee pulled one back for the home side. It was a well-deserved win for the Cheetahs, who returned to their winning ways a [..]
Hougang United bagged 3 goals for 3 points win over Woodlands Wellington
Published on 2012-03-30 21:21:00
By JustSports Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's WWFC 1 Goh Swee Swee 71' HGFC 3 Jordan Webb 28' 49' Stanislave Vidavoic 56' May the better team prevail..and that was what exactly happened at Woodlands Stadium last night. Hougang United came on confidently in their away game against the Rams and showed their nice style of play to gain victory. The Cheetahs were very much dominating the whole game with their first goal of the game was made by Jordon Webb on the 29th minute with a superb long shot. F [..]
Open letter to S-League CEO Mr.Lim Chin
Published on 2012-03-30 01:45:00
Dear Mr. Lim, It is very heartening to witness you sitting amongst other
Match Preview: Woodlands vs Hougang
Published on 2012-03-29 02:56:00
Poster: Ian Su Match Day: Friday, 30th March, 2012 Venue: Woodlands Stadium, 7.45pm kick-off Tickets: $5.00 (Adult), $ 1.00 (Student) INVITE YOUR FRIENDS VIA FACEBOOK Both Hougang and Woodlands have seen their positions rise and then slide in the past few weeks, and after a string of unfruitful performances find themselves
S-League: TRFC 1:1 HGFC
Published on 2012-03-28 09:02:00
S-LeagueSunday 25 Mar 2012Tampines Rovers
Frankly, S-League football bred better players for international glory
Published on 2012-03-27 22:23:00
Straits Times Forum I EXPERIENCED the Malaysia Cup euphoria at first hand when I was younger, and was thrilled by the football skills of the late Mokhtar Dahari and other Malaysian icons ('FAS: Singapore team are a hit with the fans...' by the Football Association of Singapore and '... They won't be unless the Roar returns' by Mr Ang Chin Guan; both on Tuesday). I was even more excited watching Fandi Ahmad and V. Sundramoorthy play. But I was often disappointed by the Singapore national team's [..]
Little Abang Hool
Published on 2012-03-27 18:30:00
Photo: Chris Harvey More pictures
Hougang United players named S-League team of the week
Published on 2012-03-26 21:27:00
Goal.com team picks the best XI in Round 3 of S.League matches Goalkeeper - Fadhil Salim Down to 10 men and a goal up at the break agains the league champions. What will be your team's course of action? Defend of course! Hougang came away with an unlikely point after some heroic defending in the second-half to deny the Stags. The entire Hougang defence put in a sturdy shift at the back and Fadhil orchestrated it perfectly. Only a late late goal denied the Cheetahs a famous win. Centre-back [..]
Cheetahs outdone by last minute goal, but earns a point for their hardwork.
Published on 2012-03-26 11:00:00
By www.hgfc.com.sg Photo: Chris Harvey TRFC 1 Benoit Croissant 93' HGFC 1 Diallo Mamadou 45' A late injury time goal by Benoit Croissant sank the Hougang faithful hearts, after leading for the entire second half, however, the goal was given through controversial decisions. Hougang’s custodian Fadhil Salim attempted to clear the cross that came from the Tampines right wing, however, Basit Hamid, who was also attempted to clear the ball, was adjudged to be fouled. The ball instead hit the p [..]
Tampines fail to overcome ten men Hougang
Published on 2012-03-26 06:35:00
By OPOD Photo: Chris Harvey TRFC 1 Benoit Croissant 93' HGFC 1 Diallo Mamadou 45' “Better one point than no point”, said a relieved Steven Tan as his Stags were lucky to escape with a point at home against 10-men Hougang United. In a game which finished one apiece, Hougang’s Azhar Sairudin earned himself an early bath before the half hour mark when he allegedly stamped on Tampines’ Ali Hudzaifi as both went for the same ball. Mamadou Diallo then fired the visitors into the lead just [..]
Benoit Croissant steals a point for Tampines against 10-man Hougang
Published on 2012-03-25 22:10:00
By JustSports Photo: Chris Harvey TRFC 1 Benoit Croissant 93' HGFC 1 Diallo Mamadou 45' A last minute goal by Benoit Croissant may have given Tampines Rovers a point in their game against Hougang United but it was their poor finishing that will surely be the talking point among the 513 fans present for the game. Tampines Rovers dominated the game for the last sixty minutes after Hougang United Azhar Sairudin was sent off in the 26th minutes. Tampines Rovers Ali Hudfaizi had made a sliding [..]
Match Preview: Tampines vs Hougang
Published on 2012-03-23 11:00:00
By Hougang Hools Poster: Jeff Teo Match Day: Sunday, 25th March, 2012 Venue: Clementi Stadium, 7.45pm kick-off Tickets: $5.00 (Adult), $ 1.00 (Student) Travelling to Clementi Stadium this Sunday against Tampines Rovers will be another test for underdogs Hougang United who have now conceded back-to-back defeats courtesy of Balestier Khalsa's 1-0 and Home United's 2-1 win. Protectors winger Qiu Li put the visitors early in lead with a penalty and Japanese striker Shotaro Ihata adding a second [..]
S-League to review Beep Test
Published on 2012-03-22 22:56:00
By TODAY Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's Facebook SINGAPORE - Five-time S-League top goal-scorer Mirko Grabovac fell victim to it, as did former Tampines Rovers' defender Sead Muratovic. The S-League's mandatory fitness assessment, the Beep Test, has also claimed the scalps of local talents like Gusta Guzarishah and continues to prevent Tampines cult hero Ahmad Latiff Khamaruddin from turning out for the defending S-League champions this season. But the 2013 season may see respite for players who [..]
Azhar Sairudin in ROAR!'s Team of the Week
Published on 2012-03-22 03:33:00
OPOD's S-League Team of the Week round 5
Published on 2012-03-21 00:54:00
By OPOD This week of local league action saw both of last season’s top two teams notch up their second wins on the trot, as they recover from their poor starts. A seven-goal thriller was served up between SAFFC and Courts Young Lions, with the Warriors edging the game. Geylang crashed to another heavy defeat away to Brunei DPMM, while Balestier sit at the top of the table after the surprise package of the season thus far managed to beat Woodlands 2-0. Croatian Stanislav Vidakovic could not pr [..]
No place for racist abuse: S-League
Published on 2012-03-20 11:00:00
By Yahoo!Singapore News The S-League has reiterated its stand against racism after confirming it is investigating an alleged racist incident involving Woodlands Wellington defender Fabien Lewis and Balestier Khalsa striker Zulkiffli Hassim on Sunday. Zulkiffli was alleged to have racially abused Lewis towards the end of Balestier's 2-0 win over Woodlands at the Toa Payoh Stadium. The Balestier player was subsequently given the marching orders by referee K Kalimuthu. According to The New Paper [..]
Success could hurt LionsXII
Published on 2012-03-20 01:33:00
By TODAY Photo: TODAY SINGAPORE - When the deal was signed last July, both the Football Association of Singapore (FAS) and their Malaysian counterparts - the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) - agreed that development of young footballers was on their minds when they decided both countries would send a team to participate in each other's domestic competitions. The deal stipulated that each FA will be represented by an under-23 team, but FAM gave leeway for Singapore's LionsXII to include [..]
Hougang Hools in full voice
Published on 2012-03-16 11:00:00
Photo: Chris Harvey More pictures
Ihata continues scoring form at Hougang's expense
Published on 2012-03-16 04:28:00
By OPOD HGFC 1 Stanislave Vidakovic 80' HUFC 2 Qiu Li 42', Shotaro Ihata 56' They might have found themselves on the end of a defeat but that did not deter Hougang United from putting up a credible performance against 2011 Singapore Cup champions, Home United as going down 1-2 in this week’s televised game at the Jalan Besar Stadium on Thursday evening. Home named an unchanged side from the one which thumped seven goals past Geylang United on Sunday. On the other hand, there were two change [..]
Protectors go top of the table after a narrow victory over resilient Cheetahs
Published on 2012-03-16 03:31:00
By Goal.com Photo: Chris Harvey HGFC 1 Stanislave Vidakovic 80' HUFC 2 Qiu Li 42', Shotaro Ihata 56' After a stuttering start to the season, the 2012 Singapore Cup winners seem to be on the right track recording their second consecutive win. A goal apiece in each half by Singapore international Qiu Li and current S-League top scorer Shotaro Ihata was enough to ensure three points in the bag for Home United, even though Hougang managed to pull a late goal back through Stanislav Vidakovic. H [..]
Match Preview: Hougang vs Home United
Published on 2012-03-14 00:58:00
By Hougang Hools Match Day: Thursday, 15th March, 2012 Venue: Jalan Besar Stadium, 7.45pm kick-off Tickets: $5.00 (Adult), $ 1.00 (Student) PROMOTION: 1-for-1 entrance ticket! Every paid ticket will be issued one complementary ticket. Do bring a friend or loved one along! Half-time: Lucky draw - as per last week's match, back by popular demand (and yes, I really mean "demand" Do sign up for the season pass tomorrow pre-match! Last week's calamity witnessed S-League's side Geylang United destro [..]
Kanan takes over Wong as Geylang coach
Published on 2012-03-13 06:57:00
By TODAY Photo: Mediacorp SINGAPORE--Two days after their 7-1 humiliation at the hands of Home United, Geylang United have ring in changes to the duties of their coaching staff. With immediate effect Prime League coach V Kanan will switch places with Mike Wong, who has been head coach of the club's S-League side since April 2009. The club are currently rock bottom in the 13-team S-League table, having lost all their three matches since the start of the 2012 Great Eastern-Yeo's S-League. The [..]
LIONSXII will not poach from S.League
Published on 2012-03-11 23:22:00
By ESPNSTAR.com Photo: LionsXII facebook Despite the LIONSXII current injury problems, players will not be signed from S.League clubs during the Malaysia Super League transfer window in April. The Football Association of Singapore, who admitted that players from Courts Yong Lions may however still be poached, made the announcement on Saturday as the LIONSXII reached the quarter-finals of the Malaysia FA Cup thanks to a 2-0 defeat of NS Betaria at the Jalan Besar Stadium. The side is also cur [..]
S-League: HGFC 0:1 BKFC
Published on 2012-03-09 19:00:00
S-LeagueThursday 8 Mar 2012 Hougang United 0 : 1 Balestier Khalsa Jalan Besar Stadium Balestier Khalsa - (Zukiffli Hassim 75')
In Hougang we trust
Published on 2012-03-09 10:00:00
Photo: Chris Harvey More pictures
Bacina calls for Webb protection
Published on 2012-03-08 22:13:00
By ESPNSTAR.com Balestier Coach Darren Stewart Photo: Ko Po Hui In the wake of Thursday's 1-0 Great defeat to Balestier Khalsa, Hougang United coach Nenad Bacina believes Jordan Webb deserves more protection from the referees. A 75th-minute solo goal from Zulkiffli Hassim in the 75th minute was enough to secure a result which saw Balestier move second in the Great Eastern-YEO's S.League, but the game was marred by several flashpoints. Canadian forward Webb was on the receiving end of several [..]
Hougang's unbeaten run ended by Darren's Tigers
Published on 2012-03-08 20:33:00
By OPOD Photo: Ryan He HGFC 0 BKFC 1 Zulkiffli Hassim 75' In a game where an astonishing eleven yellow cards were issued, Balestier Khalsa edged out Hougang United 1-0 in a scrappy encounter. Zulkiffli Hassim’s superb strike gave the Tigers all three points, thereby ending the Cheetahs’ unbeaten start to the season, while maintaining their own undefeated streak. The first of many bookings came in the 6th minute, when Hougang’s Jordan Webb was carded for a dive in the penalty area. Thi [..]
Match Preview: Hougang vs Balestier
Published on 2012-03-06 10:00:00
By Hougang Hools Poster: Ian Su Match Day: Thursday, 8th March, 2012 Venue: Jalan Besar Stadium, 7.45pm kick-off Tickets: $5.00 (Adult), $ 1.00 (Student) Hougang United supporters bring your season pass as this is considered a home game. LATEST: Lucky draw! Update on prizes coming soon! Another big cat fight looms as the Cheetahs of Hougang United and Balestier Khalsa Tigers face-off this Thursday at the Jalan Besar Stadium. Last month Balestier Khalsa delivered a shocker when they beat S-Le [..]
Hougang United players named S-League team of the week
Published on 2012-03-05 23:45:00
Goal.com team picks the best XI in Round 3 of S.League matches Left forward - Jordan Webb The majestic Jordan Webb made it 3 goals in 3 games as he helped Hougang preserve their unbeaten run this season. He opened the scoring with an unstoppable right-footed shot from outside the area and continued to threaten Geylang's defence throughout the whole match. If the Canadian winger is able to maintian his goal scoring form, he might be the man who can bring Hougang a trophy this season. Striker - [..]
Hougang coach Nenad Bacina hopes team will be more clinical in front of goal
Published on 2012-03-05 19:29:00
By Goal.com Photo: Zeng Liwei Hougang United coach Nenad Bacina said his team deserved the three points against Geylang United but hopes his team will be more be more clinical in front of goal. “In certain parts of the games we didn’t play well, but the most important thing for us, even if sometimes when you’re not playing well, was to collect three points,” said the former Singapore Armed Forces captain. He also reserved special praise for Jordan Webb, who has now scored 3 goals fro [..]
S-League: HGFC 2:0 GUFC
Published on 2012-03-04 20:41:00
S-League Saturday 3 Mar 2012 Hougang United 2 : 0 Geylang United Hougang Stadium Hougang United - (Jordan Webb 7', Ignatius Ang 78')
Hougang rise to second with neat win over Geylang
Published on 2012-03-04 10:00:00
By Kenneth Tan info@sleague.com Picture: Gary Goh HGFC 2 - 0 GUFC Jordan Webb 7' Ignatius Ang 78' Ever-improving Hougang United lifted themselves to a dizzying second spot in the Great Eastern-YEO’S S.League table after a clean 2-0 victory over under-fire Geylang United at Hougang Stadium on Saturday evening. An early stunner by Jordan Webb and a late Ignatius Ang header did the job for the Cheetahs, but truth be told, the winning margin could well have been a bigger one, such was their do [..]
A goal in each half hands Cheetahs full points as they climb to second in the standings
Published on 2012-03-03 11:50:00
By Goal.com Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's facebook HGFC 2 - 0 GUFC Jordan Webb 7' Ignatius Ang 78' Fast off their blocks, the Cheetahs threatened their visitors just inside the first minute when midfielder Ante Barac slid Jordan Webb through but the latter’s shot failed to hit the target. It was not long before Hougang’s dominance in the early stages of the game paid off. In the 7thminute, Azhar Sairudin picked out the lively Webb with a cross-field pass and the winger received the ball ski [..]
Match Preview: Hougang vs Geylang
Published on 2012-03-01 01:23:00
By Hougang Hools Poster credit: Ian Su Match Day: Saturday, 3rd March, 2012 Venue: Hougang Stadium, 7.45pm kick-off Tickets: $5.00 (Adult), $ 1.00 (Student) LATEST: Door Gifts Available (While stocks last) Free Entry for Students with Concession Pass Two weeks without any football action from Hougang United since the 3-0 thumping of Courts Young Lions has had the Hougang Hools in a state of withdrawal; but nonetheless Saturday is approaching and we can't wait to get ourselves onto the terrace [..]
Two-tier S-League in 2014?
Published on 2012-02-28 22:07:00
By Ali Kasim Photo: SPH file picture IT’S BEEN 16 years since the S-League kicked off. In 1996, eight teams graced the inaugural season. Two years from now, that number could double as the league expands to a two-tier format, allowing for a promotion-relegation system between a total of 16 teams. This is the plan of S-League CEO Lim Chin as the Football Association of Singapore (FAS) looks towards developing S-League version 2.0. Speaking to The New Paper yesterday, Lim said the plans [..]
S-League Show Week 2
Published on 2012-02-27 22:39:00
16 Feb 2012Balestier 1:0 TampinesJalan Besar Home 1:1 GombakBishan 17 Feb 2012Albirex 4:1 Tg PagarJurong East Courts YL 0:3 HougangJalan Besar 19 Feb 2012SAFFC 1:2 DPMMChoa Chu Kang W'lands 3:1 GeylangWoodland
Prime League Special Report: Hougang 2:1 Woodlands
Published on 2012-02-26 22:32:00
Reported by: Jia Hui Chicharito Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's HGFC 2 - 1 WWFC Hougang United - (Farhan Rahmat 7’, Megat Hikal 23’) Woodlands Wellington - (Danial Tan 51’) In their opening game of the Great Eastern Yeo’s Prime League season, Hougang United beat Woodlands Wellington 2-1 in a close-fought match at the Hougang Stadium on Saturday evening. It was however, by no means an easy victory for the Cheetah Cubs of Hougang United. Hougang who dominated the first 45 minutes, took a [..]
Hougang United players named S-League team of the week
Published on 2012-02-24 05:19:00
The Goal.com team picks the best XI from Round 2 of S.League matches Goalkeeper - Ng Jia Fa Former National Football Academy trainee Ng Jia Fa was Hougang's second-choice goalkeeper up till his impressive performance in their last league fixture against the Young Lions. Having been unexpectedly fielded for his first full ninety minutes of the season, Ng Jia Fa made several brilliant saves, managing to maintain a clean sheet against his young opponents. If Ng Jia Fa was to maintain his curren [..]
S-League: CYL 0:3 HGFC
Published on 2012-02-19 21:18:00
S-League Friday 17 Feb 2012 Courts Young Lions 0 : 3 Hougang United Jalan Besar Stadium Hougang United - (Sobrie Mazelan 14', Jordan Webb 40', Stanislav Vidakovic 55')
Hougang simple lessons on football pushed them to second place
Published on 2012-02-18 21:09:00
It is a well known recipe for winning football game that to win any football game, is to attack as a unit and convert their chances into goals. And the Cheetahs did just that. Coming against a new look Courts Young Lions team, and to put behind the misery of last week draw against Tanjong Pagar, Hougang United went to Jalan Besar Stadium as clear underdogs. Nenad Bacina gave Diallo his first start of the campaign, after passing his Beep Test. Goalkeeper Ridzuan Fatah, who sustained a rib injur [..]
Hougang hand Young Lions second consecutive defeat
Published on 2012-02-18 01:24:00
By Po Hui Photo: ST He Photography CYL 0 - 3 HGFC Hougang United - (Sobrie Mazelan 14', Jordan Webb 40', Stanislav Vidakovic 55') The poor start to the Courts Young Lions’ Great Eastern-YEO’S S.League 2012 season continues as they succumbed to their second defeat in a row at Jalan Besar Stadium on Friday evening. If their 0-1 loss to Woodlands Wellington last week was unlucky, though, the 0-3 defeat to Hougang United this time was a clear washout. Sobrie Mazelan opened the scoring for [..]
Match Preview: CYL vs Hougang
Published on 2012-02-15 05:33:00
By Hougang Hools Having points split between Tanjong Pagar last Thursday, Hougang United will be looking for a positive outcome when they swipe paws with S-League side Courts Young Lions this Friday at the Jalan Besar Stadium. Coach Nenad Bacina had expressed his disappointment for not bagging the opening win against the Jaguars but he did reserve praises for his players afterall, commenting on their composure towards the game. Courts Young Lions on the other hand are still in need for some fi [..]
S-League Show Week 1
Published on 2012-02-14 20:15:00
9 Feb 2012Gombak 0:2 HarimauJalan Besar Hougang 1:1 Tg PagarHougang 10 Feb 2012Albirex 3:2 SAFFCJurong East Home 0:0 BalestierBishan 12 Feb 2012Courts YL 0:1 W'landsJalan Besar DPMM 2:2 TampinesBS Begawan
Hougang HOOLs @ Hougang United v. Tanjong Pagar United
Published on 2012-02-11 21:43:00
Hougang, Tanjong Pagar share spoils
Published on 2012-02-10 21:40:00
Photo: Great Eastern Yeo's S-League
Hougang United and Tanjong Pagar played out a 1-1 stalemate in their 2012 Great Eastern YEO’s S-League opener at the Hougang Stadium on Thursday night.
Hougang, who recorded their highest ever league finish of seventh last season, drew first blood in the 23rd minute thanks to diminutive forward Jordan Webb but Japanese midfielder Takaya Kawanabe leveled proceedings for the Jaguars just five minutes later.
Tanjong Pagar coach Terry Pathmanathan hailed his s [..]