::Nawfal ruled out for opening months of the S-League season::

Balestier Khalsa midfielder Nawfal Shahib (left, above picture) has been ruled out for the opening months of the S-League after suffering a fractured shin in a friendly training match against Sengkang Punggol FC. The incident took place towards the end of the match last Saturday, 26 January when Dolphins' keeper Joey Sim brought down Nawfal inside the penalty box. Joey's knee hit against Nawfal's shin. The latter was sent to Mount Alvernia Hospital.

Nawfal will be in cast and is likely to be ruled out for at least three months.

Meanwhile, another midfielder Faizal Amir (knee) and goalkeeper Ong Sy Kae, Daniel (shoulder) have advised by doctors to rest for at least two weeks.