'That is the fuel': Gavin Lee thanks Lions fans for backing team through ASEAN championship

Lions head coach Gavin Lee expressed gratitude to Singapore's supporters for their unwavering backing during the team's exit from the ASEAN football championship. Following Singapore's 2-1 second-leg win over Thailand, which resulted in a 3-4 aggregate loss, Lee praised the fans' support as a driving force for his team. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday (Aug 18), Lee recalled the challenge of being down 3-0 in the first leg and the heartening Satu Nada chant from the crowd.

He emphasized that the fans' belief and support would fuel their efforts moving forward, stating that it would be crucial for the team as they aimed to qualify for the Asian Cup. Despite the loss, Lee acknowledged his team's performance as worthy of an extra-time game, highlighting the competition's intense nature.