[citation needed] The team was officially formed on 25 September 2018 and competed in its first competitive match on 25 October 2019 in the Terengganu Amateur League.

The club made its FA Cup debut against Northern Lions FC in the preliminary stage, losing 2–0 at the Mak Chilli Stadium, Kemaman.

[12] The club also diversified its income sources, mainly through businesses which included oil and gas, soccer schools,[13][14] match livestreaming,[15] advertising,[16] grassroots leagues, and merchandising.

[19] The new logo took a major inspiration from petroleum processing plants in Kerteh and features the initial letter of the club's name and area.

It also retained several design elements from the old logo such as a red gemstone, inspired by flames emitted from tall chimneys by the sea, a sight synonymous with the city.

The jersey also has the words 'Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan' with the date '18.3.2020 – 9.6.2020' on the chest in remembrance of the Malaysian movement control order implemented by the government.

[citation needed] On 4 February 2019, the club released its official anthem titled Kerteh FC (The Oilers) – The City of Light.

Following a meeting with Kemaman City Council on 24 June 2020, the club successfully leased the Kertih Mini Stadium to be their home ground for the 2021 season.

as an investor for the development project and issued opportunities to potential brand partners interested with the naming rights of the upcoming stadium.

Training players from as young as the Under-8 age group, its development programme is prepared by the club's Technical Advisor from Spain, Oscar Riera Alvarez.

[31][32] Besides football training, the players are provided with scholarships by the club and enrolled into the best schools in Kerteh or Kemasik, and opportunities to study in college or university in Kemaman.

[13] On 5 September 2020, Barcelona-based Unió Esportiva Sant Andreu announced an official partnership with Kerteh FC,[33][34] which made the Malaysian club part of the Spanish side's International Association Program.

[35][36][37] The collaboration allows Kerteh FC academy players to be nurtured by Sant Andreu coaches and provides them with opportunities and benefits to help with their development.