SAFFC was presented with a new-look kit by apparel sponsors Umbro, featuring four stars (one big and three small) above the club’s emblem. Sponsors STAR Automotive Centre and Phiten were also branded on the new jersey.

The four stars commemorate the Warriors’ achievements in winning the S.League championship an unprecedented eight times in the 14-year history of the S.League. The big star symbolizes five years and each small star represents one year of S.League championship win. To support the Warriors in their quest for another “star” this season, all their sponsors have pledged for another season.

Sports Equipment Holdings Pte Ltd, the distributor of all UMBRO football equipment, have been supporting the Warriors since 2003.

Keen to add another star to the Warriors outfit is another loyal sponsor, STAR Automotive Centre, pledging their support to the Warriors for the 6th consecutive year.

STAR Automotive Centre is a well-established and trusted name in Singapore Automotive scene. With over 30 years of experience, they are the industry leader in accident repairs, workshop services, fleet maintenance and other automotive-related services.

“SAFFC and STAR Automotive Centre share a common bond – our relentless pursuit of success. The achievements that the Warriors have garnered are testament to their never-say-die attitude in the sporting arena. This is the sort of fighting spirit that we at STAR can relate to and identify with. We wish SAFFC new heights of success for many years to come”, said Mr Lee Thian Chye, General Manager, STAR Automotive Centre.

Phiten is Japan’s most popular and proven line of sports-health lifestyle products that effectively enhance sports performances and manage sports-related injuries.

They have been supporting the Warriors since 2006 with their product, which helps speed up recovery time and enhanced performance on the pitch. Phiten products that the Warriors will be using include spats, tapes, disc tapes, Rakuwa necklace, sports bracelets, ankle and knee guard. “Speedy recovery is essential for all competitive athletes and for the past 4 years, Phiten enthusiastically has been able to fulfill this role for SAFFC. With consistent R&D efforts in Phiten products, we believe that we will continuously be able to take this partnership to greater heights in the foreseeable future”, said Derek Yip, Operations Director, Phiten Singapore.

Other sponsors for the Warriors include United Engineers Limited, Foodfare Catering Pte Ltd, SMC Pneumatics (South East Asia) Pte Ltd, SAFRA Radio, Andersen’s of Denmark Ice Cream, Regent Printing (S) Pte Ltd and Super Spa.

“Of course, the club’s success and well-being will not be possible without the generous and kind support of our sponsors and partners. We deeply value their continuing support”, said Brigadier-General Tung Yui Fai, Chairman of SAFFC.

From left: Derek Yip (Operations Director, Phiten Singapore), Louis Tan (Marketing Manager, STAR Automotive Centre), Richard Bok (Head Coach, SAFFC) and Shahril Jantan (Captain, SAFFC).