For the first time, four Singapore Premier League SPL) teams Young Lions, Hougang United, Geylang International and BG Tampines Rovers will have their home games played at one stadium, leaving some teams concerned about training and logistics disruptions.
The Football Association of Singapore FAS) released the SPL fixtures list for the 2024-25 season on April 12 and raised eyebrows when it was revealed that four out of the nine clubs will host matches at the Jalan Besar Stadium JBS).
The Young Lions have long called JBS home while Hougang moved there in 2023, as their stadium was slated for renovation, which started in April.
Meanwhile, Geylang and BG Tampines have also shifted there from Our Tampines Hub OTH) after the People’s Association confirmed that the pitch will be returfed this financial year. A return has been earmarked for 2025.
The other local teams in the league also share stadiums, with champions Albirex Niigata and Tanjong Pagar United based at Jurong East Stadium, and Lion City Sailors and Balestier Khalsa based at Bishan Stadium. Brunei DPMM, who hosted matches at JBS in 2023, are back at the revamped Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium in Bandar Seri Begawan.
It is understood that stadium sharing is aimed at balancing SPL and public use, while the implementation of the video assistant referee also requires time and money. The teams moving to JBS are generally satisfied with the condition of the artificial pitch, although some are worried about congestion and extra costs.
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