Jalan Besar Stadium is considered the birthplace of soccer in Singapore. A stadium has stood in this spot since 1932, but the one that currently stands is a modern replacement that opened in 2003. Jalan Besar Stadium is the home of the Young Lions - Singapore’s under-23 men’s football team - and has a seating capacity of 8000. It is a FIFA-approved turf and the most popular venue for professional football matches. The stadium is part of the Jalan Besar Sports and Recreation Centre, which also has a swimming complex.
