SINGAPORE, 22 MAY 2025 – The Football Association of Singapore (FAS) acknowledges that Brunei DPMM FC will not participate in the Singapore Premier League (SPL) after the 2024/25 season.
This decision follows discussions between FAS and DPMM, with the Brunei-based club expressing their intent to compete in other leagues.
Since joining the SPL, DPMM has been an integral part of the league’s journey, winning league titles in 2015 and 2019 and securing three Singapore League Cup victories. As the league’s only overseas-based club, they brought diversity, professionalism, and a competitive edge that enriched the local football scene.
“DPMM has been a respected member of the SPL and a valued partner in the development of regional football. Their staff and players have consistently displayed an exemplary sporting spirit, and the club’s impact on Singapore football will be long remembered. We wish them the very best in their future endeavours,” said FAS General Secretary Mr Chew Chun-Liang.
“While we are sad to see them go, we understand the club’s position and we part ways with our full support and appreciation.
“The SPL remains committed to growing the game in Singapore and supporting our participating clubs. Our league continues to be a key platform for nurturing local talent, fostering competitive play, and engaging our local football community. Fans can continue to expect exciting SPL matches and opportunities to support their teams in the coming seasons.”
Currently sixth in the SPL standings, DPMM enters their final league fixture against Hougang United on 24 May on the back of five consecutive wins.
“Over the years, we have been privileged to be part of a league that upholds the highest standards of professionalism, competition, and sportsmanship. More than just football, our time in the SPL has given us the invaluable gift of camaraderie, shared experiences, and lasting friendships,” said DPMM General Manager Mr Mohamad Ali bin Haji Momin.
“The warmth, hospitality, and unwavering support extended to us by FAS and the Singapore football community have made our participation deeply meaningful, and for this, we are truly grateful.”
DPMM are still in the running to close their participation in Singapore football with a trophy – the Singapore Cup. They fell to a narrow 3-2 loss to Lion City Sailors in the first leg of the tournament semi-final at the Jalan Besar Stadium last night, and will face the newly crowned SPL champions again next Tuesday.
The FAS and SPL family thank DPMM FC for their contributions over the past decade and more and wish them all the best as they embark on this new chapter.
