Chairman's Message 2025/26
Significant Change and an Unshakable Foundation
On behalf of BG Tampines Rovers, I extend my deepest appreciation for your continued support.
As we enter the current season, the Club has undergone a significant transformation with the appointment of a new Chairman and Head Coach. While this may appear externally as a major organisational shift, the core structure remains intact—our dedicated staff members and the majority of our local players continue from the previous season.
We hold the Club’s past achievements in the highest regard and remain committed to preserving the legacy of unity between the team and its supporters. At the same time, we aim to embark upon a new era of progress. We regard this season as a pivotal first step toward that evolution, and we shall strive with the utmost commitment so that, in the future, this transformation will be remembered as the very catalyst for our success.
Assuming the Chairmanship
It has been two months since I assumed the role of Chairman. This period has brought not only substantial change to the Club, but also a profound shift in my own life. The responsibilities and workload attached to this position have far exceeded my expectations. I wish to express my sincere respect to my predecessor, Mr. Desmond, for his exemplary leadership.
Our Club stands upon the daily dedication and unwavering efforts of our players, coaching staff, and all supporting personnel. Above all, it is the passionate encouragement from our fans that serves as our greatest driving force.
I vividly recall, during a season pass holders’ exclusive event, being asked by a fan to take a photograph together. Even though I had yet to accomplish anything tangible at that point, being welcomed as a member of the family filled me with deep gratitude. That moment further strengthened my determination to devote myself fully to both the Club and its supporters.
Foreign Players and a Foreign Chairman
With the regulatory changes introduced this season, the quota for foreign players has been expanded.
It is a great pleasure to see our newly joined foreign players embracing Singapore’s culture, building strong ties with local teammates and staff, and enjoying not only football but also their new lives here.
As a foreigner myself, I recall vividly my first arrival in Singapore in 2019. Since relocating, I have experienced countless acts of kindness and warmth from the people of Singapore, and have been privileged to enjoy many remarkable experiences. This has deepened my appreciation for the nation’s virtues, and I have long aspired to give something back. To be granted the opportunity to contribute in this capacity is a profound honour.
Sharing the Joy of Victory
All our activities are sustained by the unwavering support of our fans. It is the duty of the first team—and the responsibility of the staff who support them—to deliver satisfaction to our supporters. And nothing can provide greater satisfaction than victory itself.
Our objective is to establish BG Tampines Rovers as the strongest club in the Singapore Premier League, to serve as a source of pride for the Tampines community, and to stand as a symbol of pride for the nation of Singapore.
Furthermore, I wish to express my deepest gratitude to the Football Association of Singapore (FAS) and BG Pathum United for their unwavering and substantial support. Without their assistance, the success of this club could not have been realised.
We pledge to exert our utmost effort and sincerity to ensure that both parties may regard their support for BG Tampines Rovers as a decision that was truly right and justified.
We shall continue to dedicate ourselves tirelessly to this goal, and we respectfully request your continued support and encouragement.
BG Tampines Rovers
Chairman
Shungo Sakamoto