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Tsutomu Ogura Resigns as Singapore Football Coach Mid-Qualifiers

6/24/2025

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In a surprising turn of events, Tsutomu Ogura has stepped down as head coach of Singapore's Football Association after just 16 months, citing personal reasons. His exit arrives during the crucial 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifying campaign. Gavin Lee will take the reins as interim coach while the hunt for a permanent successor unfolds. Ogura's time was marked by both triumphs and setbacks, leaving a mixed legacy.

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In a surprising turn of events, Tsutomu Ogura has stepped down as head coach of Singapore's Football Association after just 16 months, citing personal reasons. His exit arrives during the crucial 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifying campaign. Gavin Lee will take the reins as interim coach while the hunt for a permanent successor unfolds. Ogura's time was marked by both triumphs and setbacks, leaving a mixed legacy.