In a sign that the greater footballing world is already starting to pay attention to Singapore (ever since a former Liverpool winger joined Tampines Rovers), English football kit manufacturer Mitre has jumped in as sponsors in the S.League.
A new contract will see Mitre being the Official Football and Product Supplier for the S.League, providing match balls for all its various cups and sub-leagues for the next five years.
For the past 16 years, the S.League have been using balls made by Japanese brand Mikasa, a brand known more for its volleyballs. Mitre on the other hand is more up to scratch, with S.League's new star signing Jermaine Pennant being familiar with it during his career in England.