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A 2-1 win at Kai Tak Stadium means the Lions have secured a place at the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia.

As it happened: Singapore end long wait for Asian Cup qualification after victory in Hong Kong

Ilhan Fandi (left) gives Singapore the lead in an Asian Cup qualifier against Hong Kong, Nov 18, 2025. (Photo: CNA/Matthew Mohan)

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18 Nov 2025 07:05PM (Updated: 19 Nov 2025 12:14AM)

A historic night for Singapore as the Lions created history by qualifying for the Asian Cup on merit for the first time.

Gavin Lee’s men overturned a one-goal deficit in the first half with two goals in quick succession after the break – securing the victory that will send them to Saudi Arabia in 2027 for the continental football showpiece.

Here’s a recap of what happened: