Yang Berhormat Pehin Datu Lailaraja Major General (Rtd) Dato Paduka Seri Hj Awg Halbi Hj Mohd Yusof, Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports, as the guest of honour with senior government officials, the management of AKK Design Publisher and sponsors during the signing ceremony for the DPMM FC MatchDay Magazine of sponsors held at Deli Bites Poolside, Royal Brunei Recreation Club recently

Sazali Mohd Ariff, Chief Executive of AKK Design, in his welcoming remarks. Image courtesy of Sazali’s IG.

In a memorable ceremony with a themed poolside ambience, the publisher of DPMM FC MatchDay Magazine, AKK Design, held a signing ceremony with their partners and supporters for the 2016 Singapore League (S-League) season.

The event was held at the Royal Brunei Recreation Club (RBRC) in Berakas, and the guest of honour was the Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports Yang Berhormat Pehin Datu Lailaraja Major General (Rtd) Dato Paduka Seri Hj Awg Halbi Hj Mohd Yusof, who also witnessed the signings.

In a light hearted moment during the event, emcee Jenny Malai Ali introduced one by one members of Brunei DPMM FC’s 2016 squad, which included 3 members from the U19 squad.

The MOU signing was held on a special stage erected across the swimming pool. Representing AKK Design was chief executive Sazali Mohd Ariff, and was witnessed by chief marketing officer Pg HMN Ariffin Pg Omar.

Signing on as a premium partner, Baiduri Bank was represented by chief executive officer (CEO) Pierre Imhof and witnessed by Pg Azaleen Pg Dato Hj Mustapha, head of retail banking and branch network division.

Cityneon Displays and Construction Sdn Bhd signed on as the gold partner and was represented by their managing director Dato Jack Ting and witnessed by Hj Kadir Hj Hidup, head of designer.

Both Nazmi Textile Mall and Progresif Cellular Sdn Bhd signed on as silver partners while Royal Brunei Airlines signed on as the airline partner. Media partners included Kristal FM and Mix Mediaworx (Mixel) and printing partner Brunei Press Sdn Bhd.

Also in attendance were representatives from the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports, The Prime Minister’s Office, members of the NFABD and members of the media.

Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) is their airline partner

Guest of honour with Vice Chairman of RB

Sairol of DPMM FC being interviewed by Jenny Malai Ali

 

Finally DPMM FC broke the old jinx of not winning against Tampines Rovers. They have not beaten them in 7 attempts since 2012 (two draws and five losses). Last night DPMM FC was back to winning ways and they scored a 2-0 victory over the visitors now coached by Sundramoorthy, former Singapore football player.

Goals were scored by impressive import Sergio and Ramazotti and it was also the return of Rodrigo Tosi and Roberto Alvez, former DPMM FC players, who are now contracted with Tampines Rovers. It was a bitter sweet return for both players who have contributed during their years as DPMM FC players. The only setback for DPMM FC was the dismissal of Azwan Ali late in the game. It was one weird altercation when Azwan Ali flick his boot towards his own teammate Boris Raspudic and yes, that was totally unexpected and it had to happen in front of a home crowd.

That altercation also sparked a heated confrontation between Wardun Yussof and Boris but the situation was cooled down. DPMM FC coach Steve Kean said he hasn’t seen such thing in a long time and he pointed out that Azwan Ali made a big mistake last night. He is certain such thing won’t happen again in the future matches.

DPMM FC are currently in good form in the S•League with two games in hand and let’s hope the momentum stays that way. DPMM FC’s next match will be this Thursday, 14th May against Albirex Niigata FC (S) at Jurong East Stadium, Singapore.

Rafael Ramazotti aka Rafa of DPMM FC celebrates after scoring last night. Image taken by Sanusi Hussin of The Brunei Times.

DPMM FC against Tampines Rovers at Hassanal Bolkiah Stadium. Image courtesy of S•League website.

Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya Pekerma Laila Diraja Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Hazair bin Haji Abdullah, Minister of Culture,Youth and Sports with the management of DPMM FC Matchday Magazine and advertising partners of the magazine at A.K.K Design office.

Advertising partners recently attended the memorandum of understanding signing ceremony for partners of the 2015 edition of the Brunei DPMM FC Matchday Magazine. Present to witness this ceremony was Yang Berhormat Pehin Orang Kaya Pekerma Laila Diraja Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Hazair bin Haji Abdullah, Minister of Culture,Youth and Sports.

Ceremony kicked off with welcoming remarks from Sazali Mohd Ariff, Chief Executive of A.K.K Design. Amongst those present were its advertising partners and supporters from Baiduri Bank (Exclusive Premium Advertiser), Cityneon Displays & Construction Sdn Bhd (Gold Advertiser), DST (Silver Advertiser), Grand Hyatt Singapore (Silver Advertiser), Royal Brunei as MatchDay Magazine’s Airline Partner and Kristal FM as its Media Partner. Also present were the Singapore High Commissioner to Brunei, His Excellency Mr Jaya Ratnam, senior government officials and senior management from Brunei DPMM Football Club.

The Brunei DPMM FC MatchDay Magazine will be sold to the public at the ticketing booths and entrance gates of Stadium Negara Hassanal Bolkiah during matchdays. Complimentary copies will be distributed to designated government and educational institutions, selected commercial establishments and onboard Royal Brunei Airlines regional and long haul flights. This magazine is designed to be a premium publication in keeping with Brunei DPMM FC’s aim to be among the best – on and off the pitch, but is nevertheless reasonably priced to cater to a wider target audience. Images courtesy of A.K.K Design.

Guest of honour with Sazali Mohd Ariff, Chief Executive of A.K.K Design

Pierre Imhof, CEO of Baiduri Bank (Exclusive Premium Advertiser)

Dato Jack Ting, Managing Director of Cityneon Displays & Construction Sdn Bhd

Sazali Mohd Ariff, Chief Executive of A.K.K Design in his welcoming remarks

Among the attendees during the MoU signing

DPMM FC Matchday Magazine

Well done, Sazali 😀