Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 14 July 1990 (32)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2008-2011), LionsXII (2012-2015), Tampines Rovers (2016-2017), Nongbua Pitchaya (2018-2019), Trat FC (2020), Samut Prakan City (2020-2021), Hougang United (2021)

An excellent shot-stopper with cat-like reflexes and comfortable with the ball at his feet, Izwan is most fondly remembered for pulling off 18 saves in one incredible match. He kept Asian giants Japan at bay to help Singapore secure a memorable 0-0 draw in Saitama in a June 2015 FIFA World Cup Qualifier. The 2012 AFF Suzuki Cup winner has gone from strength to strength in his career, playing in Thailand, one of Southeast Asia’s toughest leagues, where he represented three clubs – Nongbua Pitchaya, Trat and Samut Prakan from 2018 to 2021. Returning home for a half-season stint with Hougang United last year, Izwan is now on board with the Sailors, adding to the reigning champions’ strength in depth.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 9 March 1998 (24)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2016-2019)

A promising shot-stopper with immense physical attributes, Adib is an exciting goalkeeping talent to look out for in the future. His potential has not gone unnoticed, and he was called up to the Singapore national team for their games against Qatar and Yemen in 2019. Adib spent the first four years of his professional career with the Young Lions, before signing for the Sailors in 2020. Currently the most junior custodian at the club, Adib will look to develop himself further by learning from his more experienced counterparts in Hassan and Rudy, as he takes the next step towards becoming a top-class goalkeeper.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 2 April 1984 (38)

Previous Clubs: Geylang United (2003, 2006-2007), Young Lions (2004-2005), Tampines Rovers (2008-2011), Warriors FC (2012-2014), Army United (2015-2016, 2018-2019), Home United (2017)

Nicknamed “Superman” for his bravery and ability to pull off stunning saves, Hassan is one of Singapore’s best-ever goalkeepers. His many career achievements include being the first goalkeeper to win the S.League Player of the Year award, as well as being named among the top-20 goalkeepers in the world by UK-based publication The Telegraph in 2016. With a combined four seasons abroad at Thailand’s Army United, along with his vast experience in the local and international football scene, Hassan is undoubtedly one of the Sailors’ most important players.

Nationality: Brazilian

DOB/Age: 18 December 1992 (30)

Previous Clubs: Goiás Esporte Clube (2010-2015), Associação Atlética Aparecidense (2012 – loan), Cianorte Futebol Clube (2015-2018), Vitoria Guimaraes (2015-2018 – loan, 2018-2021), Al-Wehda (2020-2021 – loan), Atletico Goianiense (2021-2022)

Possessing aerial prowess, astute positional sense and the composure that complements his ability to distribute the ball from defence, the 1.9m Pedro is the commander that the Sailors can depend on to marshal the defence. Armed with experience from the Brazilian and Portuguese top-tier leagues, the 29-year-old was once a target for FC Porto in 2017 after helping Vitoria Guimaraes finish fourth in the league and runner-ups in the Portuguese Cup the previous season. In that same year and subsequently in 2019, he also played in the UEFA Europa League with Vitoria. Pedro signed a three-year deal with the Sailors, and his presence is key at the club as he looks to mentor local defenders the likes of Amirul Adli, Tajeli Salamat and Aniq Raushan.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 7 February 1994 (28)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2012-2013, 2016), Balestier Khalsa (2014, 2017), Warriors FC (2018-2019)

A versatile and reliable defender who can play anywhere across the back line, Tajeli’s move to the Sailors in 2020 came on the back of a successful campaign the previous year, where he helped Warriors FC to the final of the Singapore Cup. This led to the former National Football Academy Under-18 captain being called up to fill one of the two overaged player slots for Singapore at the 2019 SEA Games. Now entering the peak years of his career, Tajeli, who previously also played for the Young Lions and Balestier Khalsa, will be looking to cement his status as one of the most dependable players in the team.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 13 January 1996 (26)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2016-2017), Tampines Rovers (2018-2020)

Long regarded as one of Singapore’s brightest young defenders, Adli made his National Team debut at the tender age of 18 – a mark of how highly regarded the centre-back is in the local football fraternity. Adli has since gone from strength to strength, and has rightly earned himself a reputation in the SPL as a tough tackler and an excellent reader of the game. His versatility also means he can also play in midfield for the Sailors, although his preferred position has always been in the heart of defence.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 25 February 1996 (26)

Previous Clubs: Home United (2017-2019), Geylang International (2021 – loan)

An effervescent and technically-gifted player who can play anywhere across the left channel, Iqram is raring to make up for lost time after a couple of injury-disrupted years. Having shot to prominence after netting on his professional debut for Home United – the former iteration of the Sailors – in 2017, he went on to become a key member of the Protectors for the next two seasons. The wide man enjoyed a  strong end to 2021 after playing seven games on loan at Geylang International and receiving a call up to the Singapore national team at the AFF Suzuki Cup, and Iqram is back with a vengeance and ready to go again for the Sailors.

Nationality: Singaporean 

DOB/Age: 19 November 1990 (32) 

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2007-2011), LionsXII (2012-2013), Johor Darul Ta’zim (2014-2021), Home United (2017 – loan)

As one of Singapore’s most successful footballers of all time, Hariss is a household name who was brought in to be the engine of the Sailors squad. The all-conquering midfielder joined the Sailors in 2021 after a successful eight-year spell at Malaysia Super League (MSL) side Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT), where he led them to six league titles, as well as to a historic AFC Cup victory in 2015. A natural leader, the Lions skipper will be tasked with guiding the exciting young talents at the club, as he looks to usher in a new era of success for the Sailors.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 12 January 1997 (25)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2018-2019)

An energetic player and a good crosser of the ball, Naqiuddin was started out as a winger, but has since been converted to a full-back for the Sailors. Having made his professional bow in 2018, Naqiuddin has since improved leaps and bounds, and featured in 18 SPL games for his previous club, the Young Lions, in the 2019 season, where he caught the eye with his lively and tenacious displays. That earned him the move to the Sailors in 2020, where he will look to improve even more as he continues his rise to the top.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 13 April 2001 (21)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2019-2020)

A modern full-back who is as capable of supporting the attack as he is at defending, Nur Adam is among one of Singapore’s most exciting youth prospects. While the 2018 Dollah Kassim award winner’s talent has never been in doubt, it is Nur Adam’s excellent mental strength and will to succeed that sets him apart from his peers. Now with the Sailors, Nur Adam will be eager to prove himself on a bigger stage as he looks to develop into a bona fide football star.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 14 July 1994 (28)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2012-2015), Hougang United (2016-2017, 2019-2020), Home United (2017-2018), Kedah Darul Aman (2021)

Anu is one of the finest defensive midfielders in the country, adding some much-needed steel to the Sailors engine room. He joined the Sailors in 2022 after a good season north of the Causeway with Kedah Darul Aman, where he was a key member of the squad that helped the club finish second in the Malaysia Super League behind the all-conquering Johor Darul Ta’zim. Anu also previously helped Home United – the former iteration of the Sailors – to be crowned AFC Asean Zone champions in 2018. If required, the 2016 S.League (now Singapore Premier League) Young Player of the Year also has the ability to play in the heart of defence.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 8 November 1993 (29)

Previous Clubs: Home United (2012-2019)

Known for his high work rate and superb technical abilities, Song has come a long way since his arrival in Singapore eight years ago. Having overcome the initial language barrier, the South Korean-born player has since become one of the most accomplished midfielders in the SPL. His knack for scoring was also evident in 2018, as he plundered 20 goals to help Home United finish as ASEAN Zonal champions in the AFC Cup. An integral part of the Sailors, Song’s performances on the pitch will be key to helping the club achieve further success.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 9 May 1988 (34)

Previous Clubs: Tampines Rovers (2006-2008, 2010-2011, 2013-2014, 2016-2017, 2019), Home United (2009-2010), Young Lions (2011), LionsXII (2012, 2015), Melaka United (2018)

A set-piece specialist who is capable of delivering dead balls with pinpoint accuracy, the experienced Shahdan is undoubtedly one of the most technically-gifted midfielders in Singapore in the last decade. Signing for the Sailors after a standout 2019 season with Tampines Rovers, where he won the Singapore Cup and earned himself a nomination for the SPL Player of the Year award, Shahdan is a well-respected member of the squad who is valued for his creativity and passing ability, and his presence will surely help to push the Sailors to greater heights.

Nationality: Brazilian

DOB/Age: 3 May 1994 (28)

Previous Clubs: Benfica (2012-13), Rio Ave (2012-13 – loan, 2013-2015, 2018-2021), Benfica (2015-2018), Kayserispor (2015-2016 – loan), América Mineiro (2016 – loan), Panetolikos (2017-2018 – loan)

Diego might carry the expectations of being the Singapore Premier League’s first-ever multi-million dollar signing, but he certainly has the ability to back it up. Having come through the Benfica youth system, Diego went on to establish himself in the Portuguese league as a goalscoring midfielder with superb technical ability and an eye for a killer pass. His creativity and goal threat from the middle of the park will help to raise the Sailors’ game to the next level.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 6 December 1998 (24)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2015-2018), Home United (2019), Young Lions (2020-2021)

An elegant midfield playmaker who always seems to have an extra yard of space on the ball and has the vision to produce defence-splitting passes, Hami has long been viewed as one of the most accomplished local midfielders since making his professional debut in 2016. At just age 23, he already has more than 100 professional club appearances under his belt and is now playing in his eighth season in the Singapore Premier League. Hami enjoyed an excellent 2019 season with Home United – the former iteration of the Sailors – scoring the decisive penalty to help the club win the Community Shield, and also netting a long-range scorcher on his AFC Cup debut. After two seasons with Young Lions and a strong campaign with Singapore at the AFF Suzuki Cup, he now sets sail with the Sailors.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 26 March 2001 (21)

Previous clubs: Nil

Much is expected of Aizal after making the step up into the Sailors first-team squad in 2021. An attacking midfielder by trade, Aizal packs power, sublime close control, and vision all in one package, making him a handful for any defender.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 12 January 1996 (26)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2015-2016), Home United (2017, 2019), Albirex Niigata (S) (2018)

Blessed with superb close control and the ability to pull something out of the extraordinary, Adam has long been viewed as one of the best Singaporean young talents to emerge in recent times. Adam first came to prominence after impressing in the 2011 and 2012 Lion City Cup, which earned him a two-year contract with French Ligue 2 outfit FC Metz. He then returned to Singapore to play for the Young Lions, before eventually signing for Albirex Niigata (S) in 2018, where he won the domestic treble, as well as the SPL Young Player of the Year award. The future is bright for the young playmaker, who will be hoping to fulfil his undeniable potential with the Sailors.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 31 January 1999 (23)

Previous Clubs: Tampines Rovers (2016), Young Lions (2018-2019)

Technically gifted and creative, Saifullah has the potential to be a mainstay in the Singapore national team. Making his SPL debut with Tampines Rovers in 2016, Saifullah was offered a contract by Spanish fourth-tier side Tenerife B after a successful trial, but he opted against the move for developmental reasons. It proved the right choice, as Saifullah blossomed and enjoyed an excellent 2019 with the Young Lions. This earned him a move to the Sailors, where he will now be hoping to carry on his progress as a player, while also helping the club achieve success on the pitch.

Nationality: South Korean

DOB/Age: 14 April 1988 (34)

Previous Clubs: Ulsan Hyundai (2009-2015), Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors (2016-2019), Shanghai Shenhua (2019-2021)

A proven goalscorer who comes with aerial prowess, clinical finishing ability and a winning mentality to top it all off, the 1.98m Shin-wook adds a whole new dimension to the Sailors’ attack. The announcement of his acquisition last November set pulses racing, and understandably so, given his huge reputation in this region. During his 11 seasons in South Korea, Shin-wook bagged 132 goals to climb to third in the K League 1’s all-time top scorer charts and is a two-time domestic title winner with Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors in 2017 and 2018. His experience in the AFC Champions League – he won the competition twice in 2012 with Ulsan Hyundai and in 2016 with Jeonbuk – will also add to the Sailors’ cause. With 16 goals in 56 appearances, he is also a seasoned South Korean international who played in the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Having signed on a three-year deal from Shanghai Shenhua where he won the 2019 Chinese FA Cup, Shin-wook is a consummate professional whose experience and know-how at the highest level will help drive the Sailors towards the vision of growing into one of Asia’s biggest clubs.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 22 August 1988 (34)

Previous Clubs: Tanjong Pagar United (2011, 2012-2013), Home United (2012, 2018-2019), Geylang International (2014-2015), Warriors FC (2016-2017)

Well-known as a speed merchant, Hafiz is capable of outpacing almost any defender in the league, and has forged himself a reputation as a dangerous and tricky winger. Despite making his professional debut at the belated age of 21, Hafiz has already become a fixture in the Singapore national team. Hafiz enjoyed his best season to date in 2019, where he scored nine goals in all competitions at club level for Home United. Hafiz’s devastating pace on the flanks makes him a perfect fit for the high-tempo, attacking style football that the Sailors aspire to.

Nationality: Belgian

DOB/Age: 17 June 1992 (29)

Previous Clubs: Mouscron (2008-2009), Brugge (2010-2014), Genoa (2014-2015 – loan), PSV (2015-2016 – loan), Rubin Kazan (2016-2018), Málaga (2018 – loan), Standard Liège (2018-2022)

Maxime Lestienne is a direct winger blessed with a turn of pace, an eye for a pass, and composure in tight situations. The 29-year-old left-footed wide player brings an additional attacking threat with his ability to deliver quality balls from set-pieces.

Lestienne was a part of PSV Eindhoven’s 2015/16 UCL squad that fell at the Round of 16 to eventual finalists, Atletico Madrid. The Dutch giants came out of Group B at the expense of Manchester United, with Lestienne recording two goals and two assists for PSV during that European campaign.

He has a record of 29 appearances and six goals in UEFA’s second tier regional competition, the Europa League, with Standard and fellow Belgian side Club Brugge.

Lestienne is a product of the now-defunct Mouscron academy and has been capped at all Belgian youth levels, as part of the country’s Golden Generation alongside the likes of Kevin De Bruyne, Dries Mertens and Romelu Lukaku. He has received several call-ups to the Belgian national team, but has yet to be capped. He joins the Lion City Sailors from Belgian side Standard Liege.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 22 December 1990 (32)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2008-2011), LionsXII (2012-2015), Geylang International (2016-2017), Navy FC (2018), Warriors FC (2019)

A fleet-footed winger with excellent dribbling skills, Gabriel’s knack of cutting in from the right to score with his left foot makes him one of the most dangerous attackers in the SPL. A recognisable face in the local football scene, and a regular in the Singapore national team, Gabriel was a key part of the LionsXII squads that won the Malaysia Super League and Malaysia FA Cup in 2013 and 2015 respectively. With more than a decade of experience in professional football under his belt, Gabriel is the ideal role model for the younger Sailors attackers, both on and off the pitch.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 8 January 1997 (25)

Previous Clubs: Home United (2017-2019)

A hardworking forward who offers a physical presence up top, Amiruldin has the ability to not only score, but also bring his team-mates into the game with his hold-up play. The son of former national striker Nordin Khalil, Amiruldin netted 16 goals to finish top scorer of the 2016 Prime League season. He went on to star for Singapore at the 2017 SEA Games, where he scored a memorable long-range strike against hosts Malaysia. Amiruldin will be looking to impress for the Sailors, as he works towards becoming a top striker for both club and country.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 29 November 1998 (24)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2017-2019)

An electric winger who can operate as an inside forward, Haiqal is one of the rare footballers who is equally comfortable with using either foot. While he suffered a major injury in 2016, Haiqal’s determination to succeed in the game saw him overcome the setback, and he subsequently made his SPL debut for the Young Lions in 2017. His natural talent helped him become a first-team regular for Young Lions, and he was even called up to represent Singapore at the 2019 SEA Games. Haiqal joined the Sailors in 2020, where he will now be hoping to push on further in his career.

Nationality: Singaporean

DOB/Age: 24 August 1992 (30)

Previous Clubs: Young Lions (2010-2012, 2014), LionsXII (2013-2014, 2015), Home United (2016-2017), PKNS FC (2018), Hougang United (2019), Terengganu FA (2020)

Having established himself as one of Singapore’s fastest and trickiest wingers, Faris is a household name who adds speed, creativity and goals to the Sailors. An integral part of the LionsXII side that won the Malaysian Super League (MSL) in 2013 and the Malaysia FA Cup in 2015, Faris is no stranger to the demands of playing for a title-chasing team, and his experience will undoubtedly prove invaluable to the Sailors in our quest for honours.