The Lion City Sailors Women’s Team are set for their second foray into the prestigious Asian Football Confederation Women’s Champions League (AWCL), where they will face opposition from Malaysia, Jordan and the Kyrgyz Republic in the Preliminary Stage.
Drawn into Group C alongside hosts Kelana United, Etihad Club and SDYUSHOR SI – Asiagoal, the Sailors will battle for a coveted spot in the Group Stage — following the official draw held earlier this afternoon (3 July) at the AFC headquarters in Kuala Lumpur.
The Preliminary Stage will be contested in a centralised league format in Malaysia from 23 to 31 August, with only the winner of the group progressing to the Group Stage.
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The Sailors secured their return to the AWCL after clinching a third consecutive Women’s Premier League (WPL) title in 2024. The objective for Head Coach Daniel Ong and his charges is clear: to get points on the board and deliver a strong showcase of Singapore women’s football on the continental stage.
In their maiden AWCL campaign last year, the Sailors put in spirited performances but ultimately fell short against higher-ranked opponents in Etihad Club and India’s Odisha FC.
“Last season’s AWCL taught us a lot, and the girls are determined to represent Singapore again on this big stage,” said 36-year-old Daniel.
“It won’t be easy, but we’re ready to fight the odds. It’s interesting for us to face Etihad Club again and we’re looking forward to all three matches. No matter how difficult it gets, I want us to stay true to our identity and play our football.”
