Overview

• Forrest Li, founder of Sea Limited, was officially sworn in as the Football Association of Singapore (FAS) president on April 28, 2025, alongside a newly elected council.
• Li outlined a five-point strategy focusing on infrastructure, youth development, partnerships, league competitiveness, and administrative effectiveness to rebuild Singapore football.
• Youth football is a key priority, with Li aiming to increase grassroots participation and nurture future talent as part of a long-term vision for national team success.
• Singapore football has faced a significant decline, with the men's national team ranked 161st globally after a recent loss to Nepal, highlighting the urgency for reform.
• Li plans to assess FAS finances before deciding on personal or external funding, while leveraging his business acumen and government-backed initiatives like 'Unleash The Roar' to drive change.