In the past few months Fiji faced two big problems simultaneously: COVID-19 and Tropical Cyclone Harold. The worst is gone and they are now ready to come back to normality. However there is a specific class that is suffering a lot during this period: football players. According to Fiji Football Association (FFA) official media, moreContinue reading “Fijian players ask Fiji FA for support due to COVID-19 and TC Harold”
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LaLiga-SIFF partnership helps football’s development in Solomon Islands
Spanish LaLiga is one of the biggest national football leagues in the world. But their success is not only inside the pitch as LaLiga is also a very strong brand outside the pitch. They run lots of offices and projects around the world in that help the development of the sport worldwide. One of theseContinue reading “LaLiga-SIFF partnership helps football’s development in Solomon Islands”
Ifira Black Bird asks for federation’s position on resuming football leagues in Port Vila
Unlike some countries like Fiji and Papua New Guinea, football leagues in Vanuatu still do not have a scheduled date to resume. Despite being cleared to resume since last month, football activities have not resumed yet. The current situation of the sport in the country begins to annoy the clubs. Ifira Black Bird recently askedContinue reading “Ifira Black Bird asks for federation’s position on resuming football leagues in Port Vila”
Charles Mani: practice makes perfect
Solomon Islands rising star Charles Mani is a hard worker. It has been one year since the 18-year-old forward move to New Zealand to pursue his dream to become a successful footballer. He was recently approved to join Hibiscus Coast AFC from NRFL2 Division after impressing the coaching staff during his trial period. He didContinue reading “Charles Mani: practice makes perfect”
Erakor Golden Star’s Jackson Tasso keeps the hard working in the quarentine
While many countries are slowly resuming their football activities and scheduling dates to resume the local leagues, the situation in Vanuatu remains unknown. The country needs to deal with the COVID-19 threat as they are trying to recover from Tropical Cyclone Harold that devastated some islands. However it is not a problem for football playersContinue reading “Erakor Golden Star’s Jackson Tasso keeps the hard working in the quarentine”
2020 Vodafone Premier League resumes in July
The wait is close to come to an end in Fiji. The Vodafone Premier League is currently scheduled to resume in July. Fiji Football Association (FFA) is still waiting for government’s advisory but it is expected that local schools will open up on June 15 which means that all activities must be allowed to resumeContinue reading “2020 Vodafone Premier League resumes in July”
Rewa set to sign Brazilian striker when football resumes in Fiji
Uncertainty still hangs over Fijian football as there is no scheduled date to resume the national football leagues. However it does not mean that everything is stopped outside the pitch – the local teams can look for new players to strenghten their squads. Current Vodafone Premier League leader Rewa is one of the clubs thatContinue reading “Rewa set to sign Brazilian striker when football resumes in Fiji”
David Muta: I feel an endless need to learn and improve
While some countries are still facing strict restrictions due to COVID-19 pandemic, other countries are resuming their activities. However both situations converge at a common point: We miss football. Most football players are trying to stay fit during the pandemic so they could be ready to play as soon as possible and it is notContinue reading “David Muta: I feel an endless need to learn and improve”
The European dream of Seiloni Iaruel
Seiloni Iaruel is one of the most important footballers from Vanuatu. Currently playing for Galaxy FC, the 24-year-old goalkeeper started to show his talent when he represented his country in the 2011 OFC U17 Championship when he was just 15. His incredible quality for a goalkeeper from a Pacific Island’s country really impressed and heContinue reading “The European dream of Seiloni Iaruel”
The Asian journey of Jason Thomas
Jason Thomas is currenty one of the most important players from Vanuatu. The 23-year-old defender has 16 caps for Vanuatu National Football Team and he has already played four editions of the OFC Champions League, the main football tournament among clubs in Oceania. He was also part of the youth squad that made history byContinue reading “The Asian journey of Jason Thomas”
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