Paraguay established an early lead before Song Ui-young briefly restored parity with a 30th-minute header. Mauricio Magalhaes shifted the momentum back to the visitors right before the break, and a second-half defensive error helped Paraguay extend their command. Despite early chances created by Farhan Zulkifli and Ilhan Fandi, Singapore were unable to keep pace with their higher-ranked opponents. Gavin Lee's squad will now regroup before meeting Brazil on November 17.
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Singapore were punished for missed first-half chances from Farhan Zulkifli and Ilhan Fand…: Singapore were punished for missed first-half chances from Farhan Zulkifli and Ilhan Fandi alongside a costly goalkeeping mistake.
The Mizuho Blue Challenge friendly tournament marks six decades of bilateral diplomatic t…: The Mizuho Blue Challenge friendly tournament marks six decades of bilateral diplomatic ties between Singapore and Japan.
Gavin Lee's team continues their preparation for the 2027 Asian Cup with an upcoming fixt…: Gavin Lee's team continues their preparation for the 2027 Asian Cup with an upcoming fixture against Brazil on November 17.
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The 149th-ranked Lions matched their much higher-ranked opponents in the first half but Paraguay showed their class after the break.
SINGAPORE: Singapore lost 4-1 to world number 33 Paraguay on Friday (Nov 13) in the opening match of a four-nation friendly tournament in Singapore.
Known as the Mizuho Blue Challenge, the tournament involves Singapore, Japan, Paraguay and Brazil.
At the National Stadium, the 149th-ranked Lions matched their much higher-ranked opponents in the first half until the La Albirroja took the lead at the stroke of half-time.
Paraguay showed their class and ran out winners, scoring two without reply in the second half.
The Lions started the first half well but Paraguay scored with their first opportunity of the night in the seventh minute.
A cross from left back Alexandro Maidana found an unmarked Gustavo Caballero, and the striker headed past goalkeeper Izwan Mahbud to make it 1-0.
The Paraguayan striker almost doubled the lead in the 19th minute after being put through one-on-one with the goalkeeper, but Izwan made a fantastic save to keep him out.
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