Nearly halfway into the season, they have notched four wins – more than the previous two seasons combined (three in 52 games) – and are eighth in the nine-team league with 14 points after 15 matches.
Adding to Japanese centre-back Jun Kobayashi and midfielder Kan Kobayashi, who joined the team last season as their first foreigners since 2016, were former Albirex Niigata central midfielder Kaisei Ogawa, 23, striker Itsuki Enomoto, 24, and Australian centre-back Rashid Hayek, 20.
The squad also contain former BG Tampines Rovers centre-back Ryaan Sanizal, Lion City Sailors loanee Nur Adam Abdullah and winger Farhan Zulkifli.
Coach Nazri Nasir admitted these players have strengthened the squad and contributed to their recent results.
Ahead of their Sept 21 clash against Hougang United at the Jalan Besar Stadium, the 53-year-old told The Straits Times: "The inclusion of our foreign players has certainly added stability to the squad, particularly in our attacking play. Their presence has made a significant difference, addressing some gaps we have previously faced.
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