Central United grabbed their first three points of 2020 Lotto NRFL Premier Men’s season after beating Melville United by 4-3 in a breathtaking match held at Gower Park. Kieran Richards opened the scoreboard for Melville but Central managed to take the lead as Angus Kilkolly and Emiliano Tade scored once each. Campbell Brown tied theContinue reading “Brian Kaltak’s Central United win in NRFL Premier opening round”
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Auckland United win their first ever match in Lotto NRFL Premier
Auckland United could not have a better start in 2020 Lotto NRFL Premier Men’s. The newest team from the league – created after an amalgamation between neighbouring clubs Three Kings United and Onehunga Sports FC – beat Waitakere City by 3-0 in the opening round of the league. Counting on a galactic squad with someContinue reading “Auckland United win their first ever match in Lotto NRFL Premier”
Kishan Sami officially debuts in New Zealand as Manukau United lose in NRFL Premier opener
After some delay due to COVID-19 pandemics, the 2020 season of Lotto NRFL Premier League has finally kicked off in New Zealand and Fijian youngster Kishan Sami made his official debut for Manukau United. Sami was in Manukau’s starting eleven against Forrest Hill Milford in the first matchday of the season. However the Fijian playerContinue reading “Kishan Sami officially debuts in New Zealand as Manukau United lose in NRFL Premier opener”
Solomon Islands’ Javin Wae signs with Basi Futbol
Solomon Islands’ youngster Javin Wae signed a contract with Basi Futbol Agency. The 17-year-old player joins his countrymen Raphael Lea’i and Leon Kofana that also have their careers manages by Basi. Wae is a talented and versatile player who can play both as a defensive midfielder and as a defender. He played all Solomon IslandsContinue reading “Solomon Islands’ Javin Wae signs with Basi Futbol”
Chris Wood to miss Burnley’s clash against Manchester City
Burnley’s head coach Sean Dyche confirmed that New Zealand international Chris Wood is not going to play against Manchester City on Monday. The 28-year-old striker has been hampered by an Achilles problem since returning to training after lockdown. According to Dyche, Wood is not fit enough and he is not going to travel to ManchesterContinue reading “Chris Wood to miss Burnley’s clash against Manchester City”
Kris Naicker: Fijian blood representing New Zealand
Currently playing for Lower Hutt City AFC in New Zealand winter football season Kris Naicker is one of the most talented players from Wellington Phoenix Academy. The 17-year-old defender had some opportunities to play for Wellington Phoenix Reserves in 2019-20 ISPS Handa Premiership. Born in New Zealand, Naicker represented his homeland at FIFA U-17 WorldContinue reading “Kris Naicker: Fijian blood representing New Zealand”
Fiji: Vodafone Premier League resumption close to be delayed
Bad news for Fijian football. After being announced that Battle of the Giants, FIJI Fact and Inter-District Championship may not be held this year, Fiji Football Association (FFA) Chief Executive Officer Mohammed Yusuf revealed that changes will be made in accordance with government decisions on easing COVID-19 restrictions on contact sports. The 2020 Vodafone PremierContinue reading “Fiji: Vodafone Premier League resumption close to be delayed”
The teenage dream of Fijian forward Leroy Jennings
Leroy Jennings has a quite interesting story as a footballer. Born in Australia in 1998, the forward had the opportunity to join Los Angeles Galaxy from United States when he was just 13 years old after impressing former England National Team player David Bechkam. His moment of glory happened when he tackled David Beckham’s sonContinue reading “The teenage dream of Fijian forward Leroy Jennings”
Lami FC to miss 2020 Vodafone Senior League
Fiji Football Association (FFA) has recently released the calendar of 2020 Vodafone Senior League – the second tier of Fijian football. It was expected that twelve teams would play the tournament, but it seems that Lami FC will not play. Lami finished 2019 Vodafone Senior League in the second position and they should be oneContinue reading “Lami FC to miss 2020 Vodafone Senior League”
Roy Krishna denies A-League proposals as he is likely to keep playing in India
It seems that Roy Krishna is not returning to Wellington Phoenix. His agent confirmed to Fiji Village that the 32-year-old forward will not rejoin his former club. After being speculated in Europe, Krishna is likely to keep playing in India. According to reliable sources, Mumbai City FC and East Bengal FC are trying to signContinue reading “Roy Krishna denies A-League proposals as he is likely to keep playing in India”
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