Date: July 25, 2026 | Competition: Indonesian President Cup | Venue: Neutral Ground

The Indonesian President Cup served up a thrilling Group Stage encounter on Saturday afternoon as DPMM FC and Tampines Rovers FC played out a 2‑2 draw. Both sides showed attacking intent from the first whistle, ultimately sharing the spoils in a match that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final minute.

Match Overview

DPMM FC, the Bruneian representative in the pre‑season tournament, started brightly and took the lead midway through the first half. A well‑worked move down the right flank ended with a clinical finish past the Tampines goalkeeper. However, the Singaporean side responded swiftly, leveling the score before the break through a set‑piece header. The second half saw Tampines Rovers take the lead with a swift counter‑attack, only for DPMM to equalise late on with a stunning long‑range strike. Neither side could find a winner in the closing stages, and the match ended 2‑2.

Key Moments

• 25’ – DPMM take the lead: A precise through ball splits the Tampines defence, and the DPMM striker slots home.
• 39’ – Tampines equalise: A corner kick is met by an unmarked defender, heading powerfully into the net.
• 63’ – Tampines go ahead: A rapid breakaway sees the winger cut inside and fire a low shot into the far corner.
• 84’ – DPMM rescue a point: A speculative effort from 25 yards dips over the goalkeeper and into the top corner.

Significance in the Tournament

The result leaves both teams with a point apiece in the early group stages of the Indonesian President Cup. For DPMM FC, the draw continues their promising form against regional opposition, while Tampines Rovers will rue the late equaliser but take encouragement from their attacking display. With more group matches to come, every point could be crucial for progression to the knockout rounds.