In 2002, Shahril moved to SAFFC as he was serving his National Service,a year where Shahril played 1 of his best season helping SAFFC winning the 2002 S.League, his second winners medal two years running.
In 2002, Shahril moved to SAFFC while serving his national service, contributing significantly to their victory in the 2002 S.League, earning him his second consecutive championship medal.