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Danone Nations Cup Singapore Final kicks off June 8th at 5pm – Yio Chu Kang Stadium

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Thursday 5th July 2012 – After a small delay the Danone Nations Cup Singapore finally is officially upon us. The Singapore final, which will crown a representing Singapore team to face the rest of the world in September, will take place on Sunday 8th of July at Yio Chu Kang Stadium between 5 teams.

The 5 teams competing are as follows:-

  • Braveheart Soccer Academy

  • Fandi Ahmad Academy (FAA)

  • Global Football Academy

  • JSSL Arsenal

  • WSA Soccer Academy

The opening game of the tournament will see Braveheart Soccer Academy from Woodlands taking on Fandi Ahmad Academy from Tampines at 5pm, with the full fixture schedule available at the website.

Each team will then play each other once in a 5 team league. Once the league phase has finished, 1st and 2nd place will face off in the first ever Danone Nations Cup Singapore final, due for kickoff at 8pm on Sunday night.

Speaking about the National finals, organizer Yusliza Jamri of Dr Futbol believes some of the children taking part will shock those watching.

“We have been monitoring the youth football in the lead up to the tournament and the level of talent on show is going to shock a lot of onlookers. Singapore has some children with incredible football ability and it is truly going to be an eye opener for the nation this Sunday.”

“Youth football is football at its purist and most innocent. For me, the inauguration of the Danone Nations Cup in Singapore is the crowning moment in the years footballing calender. It is not about the winning, but the taking part. I truly hope everybody can come and support the children and give them an unforgettable evening. It is only the start of a great journey for them”.

To keep up to date on the latest Danone Nations Cup news, make sure to like the official facebook page, found here.

The Teams (PART 1):-

WSA Soccer Academy

WSA Soccer Academy is a te!m started with pure intentions. Formed in March 2008, the academy originated when Said Alwi and Alias Ahmad decided to invite boys to play football around Woodlands Estate.

&ldquo%sBWe saw many kids hanging around under the void deck, playing guitar and smoking cigarettes, playing football at basketball courts” said Said Alwi, “We decided to open up an academy to invite these boys to play football rather than hanging around and mixing in the wrong companies. In other words, we are partly doing our part for the community”.

Soon after forming word spread around Woodlands about the academy and players of all ages started to pour in. WSA Soccer Academy got a few coaches to help with the programme and started training in a school field in Sembawang every Sunday from 8.30am until 10.30am.

Since forming in 2008 the team has gone on to win a number of honours with their U12′s winning tournaments such as “The Kiddo Kickers Challenge Trophy”, “Central Singapore CDC Tournament” and the “FPSG Tournament” over the years.

After entering the Danone Nations Cup Singapore Finals, WSA Soccer Academy have seem their preparations and training increase to get ready for the tournament.

“The boys have been training for 3 times a week in the school holidays and now about twice a week on Saturday and Sunday”, commented Said Alwi.

With a few players also training in the Junior COE and JSA (MOE) and the WSA Soccer Academy having played together for a few years, we can expect a strong outing from WSA Soccer Academy.

JSSL Arsenal

JSSL Arsenal are one of the most reknown academies in the whole of Singapore. Developed under the world class training methods of English football team Arsenal, JSSL are sure to bring silky passing and exquisite technique to the Danone Nations Cup Singapore Finals.

The JSSL Arsenal team is set to consist of a mixture of players from their last season U12 Teams – Van Persie and Walcott. Having trained together for the whole of last season and some even from as young as 4 and 5 years old, the JSSL Arsenal team are certainly used to the big occasion.

This was reflected in both Van Persie and Walcott’s past season campaigns. Van Persie were crowned champions going the whole season undefeated while Walcott ended in 4th place. The Van Persie team has also competed in international tournaments in Bangkok, Hanoi, KL and Sweden last season winning all of the tournaments on Asian soil, even being illustriously highlighted in Singapores “The New Paper”.

No less than 6 of the 14 man squad have been offered places at the Singapore Sports School for 2013 with most already being a part of the FAS COE (centre of excellence) since it was set up. The rest of the team have all been offered DSA’s at Victoria School, TK or SJI.

JSSL Arsenal currently train on Saturdays and Wednesdays while playing league matches on Sundays. On July 8th 2012, they certainly look the team to beat.

For more information and interview questions, you may e-mail the organizer Yusliza Jamri.

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Singapore performer impersonating Sivaji Ganesan dies after collapse during live show

Asokan S/O Muniyandy, a Singaporean performer famed for his impersonation of Indian actor Sivaji Ganesan, passed away on 12 October at the age of 60. Dubbed the “Singapore Sivaji,” he collapsed after a performance. His final rites will take place on 15 October at 5 pm.

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SINGAPORE: Singaporean performer Asokan S/O Muniyandy, renowned for his impersonation of Tamil cinema legend Sivaji Ganesan, passed away on Saturday (12 Oct) at the age of 60.

Known as “Singapore Sivaji” for his uncanny resemblance to the iconic actor, Asokan was a regular performer at cultural events in Singapore and Malaysia.

He reportedly collapsed and died at the end of a live performance, leaving the audience in shock.

Videos circulating on social media show Asokan dancing moments before he suddenly collapsed face-first as the emcee spoke to the crowd.

The sudden incident left onlookers stunned.

Seithi Mediacorp reported that Asokan’s final rites will take place on Tuesday (15 Oct) at 5 p.m.

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Controversy erupts as NParks sets traps for wild chickens following resident complaints

A video showing NParks contractors trapping wild chickens in Yio Chu Kang has sparked online controversy. Many netizens criticize the agency for targeting harmless chickens while ignoring more disruptive animals. They argue that chickens contribute to the local charm and should be preserved instead of culled, raising questions about the complaints received.

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SINGAPORE: A video showing contractors hired by the National Parks Board (NParks) laying chicken traps has ignited controversy online.

The incident occurred in the Cactus estate, located in Yio Chu Kang.

The video, first uploaded on 9 October to the Facebook group Singapore Wildlife Sightings, shows two men in green vests kneeling on a grass patch and setting up what appeared to be traps for wild chickens.

According to the original post, the contractors were responding to complaints from local residents.

In response to media inquiries from MS News, Mr How Choon Beng, NParks’ Group Director of Wildlife Management, confirmed that both NParks and the Cheng San Grassroots Organisation had received numerous complaints about free-ranging chickens in the Cactus and Sunrise estates over the past year.

The complaints cited issues related to disturbances caused by the chickens, referred to as “dis-amenities.”

Mr How explained that NParks is currently conducting “population management measures” to address the growing number of chickens in the area.

He emphasized that NParks adopts a science- and community-based approach to managing animal populations, including free-ranging chickens.

These efforts include studying the birds’ population ecology, conducting biosurveillance programs, and implementing a variety of management strategies such as public education and habitat modification.

Mr How noted, “There is no one-size-fits-all management approach when it comes to addressing the multi-faceted issues related to free-ranging chickens.”

In addition, NParks collaborates with Grassroots Organisations to promote best practices in population control and engages residents by sharing tips on managing disturbances caused by the chickens, including the removal of eggs.

NParks also reminded the public to avoid feeding the chickens, as this contributes to their overpopulation and exacerbates the problem.

Netizens criticize NParks for trapping and culling wild chickens

Under an MS News Facebook post, many netizens expressed their opposition to the trapping and culling of wild chickens, arguing that they are harmless creatures.

Some users commented that they enjoy the presence of chickens, as they contribute to a “kampong” atmosphere in the neighbourhood.

One user mentioned that it is always nice to see chickens roaming around, helping to create that nostalgic vibe of home.

Another user shared their fondness for the sight of chickens, stating it feels reminiscent of the kampong days.

They suggested that instead of targeting chickens, NParks should focus on managing more disruptive animals like pigeons and otters, which can be a nuisance.

Several commenters questioned why NParks would catch harmless chickens while allowing other animals that pose more significant issues, like otters and pigeons, to remain unchecked.

One user criticized NParks for wasting time on chickens, emphasizing that they do not pose any threat to the public, unlike otters or wild boars that have attacked people.

Another commenter pointed out that chickens play a role in controlling harmful insects and pests, while otters contribute to the removal of pet fish in local ponds.

Others urged NParks to prioritize addressing the pressing issues posed by crows and pigeons rather than focusing on roaming chickens.

Many argued that NParks should aim to preserve nature by leaving harmless chickens alone and managing genuine pests instead.

A frustrated user criticized the authorities for succumbing to complaints rather than making decisions based on what is right.

They recalled a personal experience at Alexandra Village hawker centre, where they admired a group of wild chickens with a Malaysian worker, only to learn that authorities planned to cull them due to complaints.

One user questioned the nature of these complaints, urging NParks to clarify what is so problematic about having chickens in the neighbourhood.

They argued that these animals are harmless, self-sufficient, and do not bother humans.

As urban development continues to encroach on their natural habitats, many believe it is unjust to deny them the right to coexist with people in their own neighbourhoods.

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