Singapore Premier League: Tanjong Pagar United wins 4-3 thriller

In the second matchweek of the 2026/27 Singapore Premier League, Tanjong Pagar United secured their first win of the season with a 4-3 victory over Balestier Khalsa. The match at Bishan Stadium was marked by significant disciplinary issues, including three red cards. Balestier's Bill Mamadou and Tanjong Pagar's Jared Gallagher were both sent off early, leaving both sides with 10 men. Later, Balestier's Fudhil I'yadh received a second yellow card, reducing them to nine players. Despite the disadvantage, Balestier rallied from a 3-1 deficit to level the score at 3-3. However, Tanjong Pagar's Boris Kopitović scored a decisive penalty in the 104th minute to seal the win.

Elsewhere in league action, FC Jurong maintained a perfect start to the season with a 3-0 win against Hougang United. Goals from Takuma Yamaguchi, Haziq Kamarudin, and Mizuki Ando secured the victory. The match also featured the debut of former AC Milan midfielder Keisuke Honda, who appeared as a substitute in his 11th professional country. Hougang United was reduced to 10 men following a red card for captain Zulqarnaen Suzliman in the 76th minute.