I support Singapore. Four-time AFF Championship winners Singapore will enter the competition this year with ultimate glory in their sight. The Lions will kick off their tournament against Myanmar on December 24 before facing Laos, Vietnam and Malaysia in Group B.

The experienced Hassan Sunny is likely to get the nod as Singapore's No.1 at this year's tournament, with Ziaful Nizam expected to serve as his back-up.

Singapore have a nice mix of youth and experience in defence. There's legendary skipper Hariss Harun, Shakir Hamzah and Nazrul Nazari who are all in their 30s, while Ryaan Sanizal, Ryhan Stewart and Nur Adam Abdullar are still Under-23.

Irfan Fandi, meanwhile, is one of those players who has seemingly been around for decades, but is still only 25 as well and is a formidable option to have at centre-back.

Singapore's midfield for this tournament looks balanced and heavily relies on the Lion City Sailors' representatives.

Shahdan Sulaiman likes to dictate play from the base of midfield, with Song Ui-young a strong presence further up the field.

The experienced Zulfahmi Arifin has gotten the nod as well, with Hougang wonderkid Farhan Zulkifli the surprise inclusion.

The inevitable Ikhsan Fandi will be leading the line for Singapore, with his younger brother Ilhan hoping to get plenty of playing time as well after a superb season with Albirex Niigata.

Faris Ramli and Shawal Anuar provide creativity and pace down the wings.

My favourite player is Ikhsan Fandi. Ikhsan has height, physicality, good touches and can score with both legs and his head, which are all signs of a good No. 9, and he creates his own scoring opportunities as well. A genuine goal threat like him lifts the team. Football is about scoring goals and if we have someone like Ikhsan to finish off the chances, it helps Singapore win more games.

@CaptainTiger