The preliminary round of 2020 OFC Nations Cup is finally confirmed. It is going to be held in Cook Islands from 21 to 27 March 2020. American Samoa, Cook Islands, Samoa and Tonga will face each other in the preliminary round. The four Polynesian nations will fight for a spot in the group stage ofContinue reading “2020 OFC Nations Cup preliminary round: venues and dates confirmed”
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Tonga starts preparation for OFC Nations Cup
Tonga is ready to begin the preparation for 2020 OFC Nations Cup Preliminary Round. According to a statement released by Tonga FA, there will be a trial for interested players today February 4th at 5pm (local time). The OFC Nations Cup preliminary round will be held in Cook Islands from 21 to 27 March 2020.Continue reading “Tonga starts preparation for OFC Nations Cup”
Charles Mani returns to New Zealand
Charles Mani is heading back to New Zealand. The 17 years old forward from Solomon Islands must study at Long Bay College that is linked to Glenfield Rovers for one more year. He had a good 2019 season with Long Bay and he was named the team’s MVP in the Rex Dawkins Tournament, a traditionalContinue reading “Charles Mani returns to New Zealand”
Isabel United arrived in Port Vila
FC Isabel United arrived in Port Vila, Vanuatu, to play two friendly matches against Tupuji Imere and Galaxy FC. They sent a 23-man squad and two officials for the tour. They will face Tupuji Imere on Wednesday 5th and Galaxy on Saturday 8th February at Port Vila Municipal Stadium. Isabel United recently played their firstContinue reading “Isabel United arrived in Port Vila”
David Browne signs with HJK
It is official! David Browne is the newest player of HJK Helsinki from Finland. The 24-year-old winger was on trial with the team and he is now officially a HJK player. He already played three matches for the Finnish club including two matches in the 2020 Finnish Cup. He netted his first goal for theContinue reading “David Browne signs with HJK”
No punishments for assaulting case in Telekom S-League
It was reported that Solomon Warriors player Molea Tigi assaulted Henderson Eels defender Derrick Taebo after the clash between both teams on December 14. The Telekom S-League finished and Tigi kept playing all matches until the end of the season. According to local people, Tigi was offended by Taebo before the assault. There is noContinue reading “No punishments for assaulting case in Telekom S-League”
Referee assaulted during U19 match in Fiji
The match between Ba and Rewa in the Vodafone U19 Youth League 2019 Final Playoff was interrupted after an assault on the referee by a Rewa player. Ba was winning by 2-0 when the assault happened. Ba, Rewa and Labasa are the three teams that are contesting the Vodafone U19 Youth League 2019 Final Playoff.Continue reading “Referee assaulted during U19 match in Fiji”
Morobe Wawens threatens to take legal action against PNGFA
Morobe Wawens have failed to make the journey to Port Moresby to play the sixth matchweek of PNG National Soccer League (PNG NSL) due to a dispute over travel funds and outstanding payments. According to the team’s vice-president Peter Seske, the team has engaged a lawyer to get a restraining court order to stop theContinue reading “Morobe Wawens threatens to take legal action against PNGFA”
Head coach Paul O’Reilly leaves Southern United
Paul O’Reilly is not Southern United’s head coach anymore. After managing the team for almost four years he is coming back to Ireland. According to O’Reilly the reason for leaving the role is a mix of personal and professional reasons. It was reported that O’Reilly received a job offer from his homeland Ireland and heContinue reading “Head coach Paul O’Reilly leaves Southern United”
Richard Iwai leaves Vanuatu to work in Australia
One of the greatest Ni-Vanuatu footballers of all time, Yatel’s head coach Richard Iwai left his homeland to work in an Australian farm for seven months. Assistant coach Kiki Hinge will manage the team from now on. It is a very common practice in Vanuatu and many players leave the country every single year toContinue reading “Richard Iwai leaves Vanuatu to work in Australia”
