New ownership model in Singapore could pave the way for future Asian dominance

Lion City Sailors have the financial backing of the seventh richest man in wealthy Singapore. The CEO is investing heavily in its new academy.

The school-system and lack of football-history in the country makes it hard to convince parents that their kids should pursue a career in football.

Stadiums are small and far from packed – but the CEO of Lion City Sailors, Chun-Liang Chew is inspired by a local olympic goldmedal winning athlete who was backed by the entire country.

Chief Executive is not worried that Singapore being a small country should be a problem. “There are many countries in Europe with populations smaller and they have not shown their limitations.”