When Singapore take part in the Asean Football Federation (AFF) Under-15 Championship later this week, they will find a fillip from Finland - in the form of defender Xavier Wong. And it is one that coach Philippe Aw believes will give his young squad a mental...
"And in my team, I have this boy from Finland, and I think the attitude, the mindset that he brings into training and games is something that our local boys have got to learn from."
Three years ago, he was spotted by one of Inter's coaches and was invited to join their youth set-up. The 1.74m Xavier, who is currently on his school holidays, will complete ninth grade in Finland next year, before returning for early enlistment into full-time national service . "I am concerned about having to come back for NS next year, but it is something that I decided on doing together with my parents.Singapore have been drawn in Group A of the U-15 championship, which will take place from Saturday to Aug 9 in Chonburi, Thailand.
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