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 relocated to SAFFC while fulfilling his National Service obligations.  During that year, Shahril excelled, contributing significantly to SAFFC's victory in the 2002 S.League, earning his second consecutive championship medal.