Division 3 kicks off in style as Sedap rally and Bedok Reservoir edge Kiddos

Season 17 of the X-League’s Sunday Premier League began with a lively Week 1 in Division 3. There are eight teams in the division. Four of the eight teams were in action and the two fixtures delivered goals, momentum swings, and early storylines. This season also marks an important milestone for the league, as every match will be officiated by FAS Match Officials. This continues X-League’s commitment to supporting referee development and providing a professional platform for Singapore’s match officials to gain valuable experience. The opening game pitted Sedap FC against FC Vastatores and it produced a stirring fightback. Sedap, who missed promotion by a single point last season, were stunned when Vastatores raced into a two to nil lead inside 19 minutes through Adip Fathullah and Muhammad Haikal Azri. Sedap then clicked through the gears. Julian Tan halved the arrears in the 24th minute and Saravanan Javahar levelled a minute later. Ryan Emmanuel Pereira turned the contest on its head shortly before the interval. Man of the Match Saravanan Javahar sealed a four to two victory with his second of the afternoon three minutes from time. It was a comeback full of character and attacking verve. The second fixture saw Bedok Reservoir Punggol CSN edge newcomers Kiddos Super Subs in a dramatic three to two win. Kiddos struck first through Juraimi Mohamed in the 23rd minute to take the lead. Bedok Reservoir responded through Mohamed Sufi and then moved in front when Badiuzzaman Rozi finished smartly. An own goal brought Kiddos level and set up a grandstand finish. With the points seemingly set to be shared, Muhammad Mudrik popped up in the final minute to snatch the winner and send Bedok Reservoir off to a perfect start. It is only Week 1, but Sedap have reminded the field of their threat and Bedok Reservoir have banked an early statement result. With eight sides in the mix, expect tight encounters, late drama, and plenty of talking points as the season gathers pace. Season 17 of the X-League is proudly sponsored by Agent Azhar Sulaiman, Hombre, Dendeng Duo and Grandsport Singapore.