National symbols of Singapore the historical connections to Malaysia and the lion represents Singapore. Below the supporters is a blue ribbon with the national motto, "Majulah Singapura" written in gold. "Majulah Singapura", which is Malay for "Onward Singapore", is also the title of the national anthem of Singapore. ""Majulah Singapura"" ("Onward Singapore") is the national anthem of Singapore. Composed by Zubir Said in 1958 as a theme song for official functions of the City Council of Singapore, the song was selected in 1959 as the island's anthem when it attained self-government. Upon full independence in 1965, ""Majulah Singapura"" was formally adopted as Singapore's national
Singapore national football team The following players have also been called up in the last 12 months to the Singapore squad. Notes: Friendly 2019 AFC Asian Cup qualification – Third Round 2018 AFF Championship 1.Earned Malaysian nationality after Malaysia formed on 16 September 1963. Became Singaporean after Singapore separation from Malaysia in 1965. The following table provides a summary of the Singapore national team under each coach. Includes both competitive and friendly matches. "Key: P–games played, W–games won, D–games drawn; L–games lost, %–win percentage" Singapore national football team The Singapore national football team is the association football national team of the city-state of Singapore.