Singapore to kick off SEA Games campaign on 5 December

By FAS Top Story

Singapore will kick off their Southeast Asian Games 2009 football campaign when they meet Indonesia on 5 December.

They play 2007 silver medallists Myanmar on 7 December and conclude their group stage with a match against the hosts Laos on 10 December.

2007 Gold medallist Thailand and VFF Cup champions Vietnam are in Group A together with Malaysia, Timor Leste and Cambodia.

Group B might be perceived to be the easier group but Coach T Pathmanathan has no illusions about the task ahead.

“On paper we might look like the stronger team compared with the other teams in the group. We cannot take things lightly. Laos are the host nation and they are capable of creating a surprise with their fans behind them.

“Myanmar won the silver medal last time round and we can never under estimate Indonesia as they are a traditionally strong team.

“The players cannot be too complacent and overconfident because of the draw. It is very important for the players to be focused and work extremely hard to get the desired results,” added Coach Pathmanathan.
Singapore SEA Games Fixtures

5 December

Singapore vs Indonesia
3.00pm*
National Sports Complex

7 December

Myanmar vs Singapore
3.00pm*
Chao Anu-vong stadium

10 December

Laos vs Singapore
5.45pm*
Chao Anu-vong stadium

14 December

Semi Final 1
3.00pm*
Chao Anu-vong stadium

Semi Final 2
6.00pm*
Chao Anu-vong stadium

17 December

Bronze Medal Match
3.00pm*
Chao Anu-vong stadium

Gold Medal Match
5.00pm*
National Sports Complex

*Singapore is one hour ahead of Laos