SINGAPORE, April 18 -- Tech billionaire Forrest Li, who is set to be the next Football Association of Singapore (FAS) president, has reportedly pledged to restore pride and joy to Singapore football.

Li, founder of Garena and Shopee-owner Sea Ltd and chairman of Singapore Premier League club Lion City Sailors, was unopposed for the 2025-2029 council race.

"Football is more than just a sport. It is a powerful force for uplifting and uniting communities. A hard-fought win, an incredible goal: these are common memories that communities can cherish, feel pride in, and talk about for years, even decades.

"As council president, my mission will be to bring that joy and pride back to Singapore football," he reportedly told The Straits Times. ...