Coach of SPL selection Noor wants to repay Eagles

Having played in the Sultan of Selangor's Cup, Geylang International coach Noor Ali received a form of recognition last week when it was announced that he will be heading to the 2025 edition as coach of the Singapore Premier League (SPL) Selection team.

- David Lee Senior Sports Correspondent

The 50-year-old said he felt emotional at the prospect of leading a team against a Selangor Selection side on Sept 27, adding: “I’m grateful for the opportunity and it’s nice to be recognised by the new Football Association of Singapore committee.

“Having been a former national player, an assistant coach and head coach in the local league for more than 10 years, I’ve always wanted to contribute at a higher level and be part of the national setup.

“This will be a good stepping stone and exposure for me. It won't be easy playing against a good team in Kuala Lumpur’s Merdeka Stadium, but we will try to put up a good performance and get the win with a mix of imports and locals who are on the fringe of the national team.”

This means the wiry winger will play just one half of the veterans’ curtain-raiser match, having scored in a 2-1 loss in 2024. He had also featured for the S.League Selection side in this annual series that started in 2001.