Millions of people around the world are enthralled by its fast-paced action and intense competition. More importantly, it has the power to cross cultural and social barriers.
Football can play an important role in fostering national pride and community spirit in Singapore.
These qualities are especially important for a country like Singapore. It is important that our people forge a common bond and transcend the boundaries of race, language and religion. Football, with its extensive appeal, can play a role in sowing the seeds of national pride and in strengthening our social fabric. The Football League in Singapore Competitive football has been played in Singapore since the beginning of this century. The Football League started in 1904.