Football in Brunei | |
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Country | Brunei |
Governing body | FABD |
National team(s) | |
First played | 22 May 1971 |
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International competitions | |
The sport of football in the country of Brunei is run by the Football Association of Brunei Darussalam (FABD).[1][2][3]
In 2005, the association had their first goal project approved: the construction of the association headquarters in Bandar Seri Begawan. The total cost was approximately US$1.5 million.[4] A second goal project was approved in 2013, which was the installation of an artificial turf pitch and a natural pitch at the headquarters.[5] The total cost was about US$185,000.[6][7][8]
In 2020, the football association applied to FIFA for the construction of a technical centre and mini grandstand, which was approved in April 2021.[9]
Football clubs must adhere to the AFC's Club Development Licensing System in order to participate in the Brunei Super League, as well as cup competitions.[10]
The Brunei national football team represents Brunei in international football. Other youth teams representing Brunei in other competitions include Brunei national under-23 football team, also known as the Brunei Olympic team,[11] the Brunei national under-21 football team,[12] the Brunei national under-19 football team,[13] and the Brunei national under-17 football team.[14] The Brunei national futsal team represents men's international futsal.[15]
Some of the major stadiums used for various Brunei league teams are as follows:
Stadium | Capacity | City | Tenants | Image |
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Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium | 28,000 | Bandar Seri Begawan | Brunei national football team, DPMM FC |
Other venues:
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