In connection with the visit of Singapore Prime Minister Mr Lawrence Wong to Hanoi (25-26 March 2025), Lion City Sailors (LCS) Football Club and Công An Hà Nội Football Club (CAHN FC) are pleased to announce a landmark collaboration to commemorate significant milestones in both Vietnam and Singapore, and in the bilateral relationship between both countries and its people.

The highlight of this partnership will be an international friendly match in 2025, bringing together two of the region’s top clubs in a celebration of sport and friendship, further underscoring the deep and expanding ties between Singapore and Vietnam at all levels.

Timed to honour Singapore’s 60th year of independence and Vietnam’s 80th year of independence, this exhibition match also signifies the deepening ties between the two nations, following the recent upgrade of bilateral relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership this month.

This collaboration reflects the shared aspirations of LCS and CAHN FC to foster greater regional engagement in football and to use the sport as a bridge to strengthen people-to-people ties.

Mr. Forrest Li, Chairman of Lion City Sailors FC, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership: “Football has the power to unite people across borders, and we are thrilled to work with Công An Hà Nội FC to mark these historic national milestones. This match will not only showcase top-tier footballing talent but also celebrate the enduring ties between Singapore and Vietnam.”

Major general Dương Đức Hải, Chairman of Công An Hà Nội FC, echoed this sentiment: “Sport has always played a crucial role in strengthening bilateral relations, and this friendly match is a fitting tribute to the strong and growing friendship between our two countries. We look forward to what promises to be an exciting and meaningful event for our fans.”

Further details regarding the match, including the venue and date, will be announced at a later stage.