Former Papua New Guinea international Reginald Davani has reached another major milestone in his football career, becoming the first Papua New Guinean to obtain an AFC/Football Australia Pro Licence. Davani confirmed that he has completed and received the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)/Football Australia Pro Diploma, the highest level of coaching qualification within the AFC pathway.Continue reading “Reginald Davani makes PNG history by earning AFC Pro Licence after 13-year coaching journey”
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Ben Cahn stays at Solomon Kings for 2027 as long-term Solomon Islands football project continues
Solomon Kings FC have confirmed that Ben Cahn will remain as head coach for the 2027 OFC Pro League season, securing continuity for the club as it prepares for its second campaign in Oceania’s professional football competition. The decision follows an encouraging but challenging inaugural season and comes as Cahn continues to lead the SolomonContinue reading “Ben Cahn stays at Solomon Kings for 2027 as long-term Solomon Islands football project continues”
Rewa finish IDC group stage unbeaten as hosts Suva bow out without a win
Defending champions Rewa FC completed an unbeaten group-stage campaign at the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship following a 1-1 draw against hosts Suva FC at HFC Bank Stadium on Thursday evening. Goals from Semi Matalau for Rewa and New Zealand-based James Hoyt for Suva settled the final Super Premier fixture of the day, leaving the DeltaContinue reading “Rewa finish IDC group stage unbeaten as hosts Suva bow out without a win”
IDC: Orobulu strikes twice as Ba crush Nadi and keep historic four-title dream alive
Solomon Islands international John Orobulu continued his remarkable scoring form in Fijian football with two goals in Ba FC’s convincing 3-0 victory over Nadi on Thursday, October 8, securing top spot in Group B of the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship. The prolific striker needed just 26 seconds to open the scoring at HFC Bank StadiumContinue reading “IDC: Orobulu strikes twice as Ba crush Nadi and keep historic four-title dream alive”
Still decisive at 43: Taniela Waqa heads Labasa into IDC semi-finals
At 43 years of age, Taniela Waqa continues to prove that experience remains one of football’s most valuable qualities. The former Fiji international scored the decisive goal in Labasa’s 2-1 victory over Nasinu on Thursday, October 8, sending the Babasiga Lions into the semi-finals of the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship with a powerful reminder ofContinue reading “Still decisive at 43: Taniela Waqa heads Labasa into IDC semi-finals”
Navua reach IDC semi-finals but Thomas Dunn faces suspension threat as Lautoka exit
Navua FC have secured their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship following a goalless draw against Lautoka at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva on Thursday. However, the Southerners could be forced to play their crucial knockout fixture without Fiji international and Bula FC midfielder Thomas Dunn, whose eligibility remains uncertain followingContinue reading “Navua reach IDC semi-finals but Thomas Dunn faces suspension threat as Lautoka exit”
Tommy Semmy sees promising future for PNG but insists players and football association must do more
Papua New Guinea international Tommy Semmy believes the Kapuls have promising young talent capable of strengthening the national team in the coming years, but insists that greater commitment and continued work from both the players and the country’s football association will be necessary to turn that potential into results. Speaking exclusively to Oceania Football CenterContinue reading “Tommy Semmy sees promising future for PNG but insists players and football association must do more”
From Oceania U-16 champion to professional football: Ben Trenberth signs Wellington Phoenix deal at 16
New Zealand youth international Ben Trenberth has taken an important step in his promising career after signing his first professional contract with Wellington Phoenix at just 16 years old. The attacking midfielder has agreed to a three-year deal with the A-League club, with the first two years on scholarship terms, becoming the first student fromContinue reading “From Oceania U-16 champion to professional football: Ben Trenberth signs Wellington Phoenix deal at 16”
From Royals to the courtroom: Konofilia’s legacy in Solomon Islands football under scrutiny ahead of sentencing
Moffat Konofilia’s contributions to Solomon Islands football have become a central part of his efforts to secure a favourable outcome in court, with the former national team player and current GHUPO Wantoks coach relying on his record in youth development as he awaits sentencing over his involvement in the November 2021 Honiara unrest. However, hisContinue reading “From Royals to the courtroom: Konofilia’s legacy in Solomon Islands football under scrutiny ahead of sentencing”
Brazilian YouTuber Sergio Barboza Jr. makes history in Tahiti with two-goal Oceania debut
Sergio Barboza Jr. travelled to French Polynesia with one of the most unusual objectives in world football. The Brazilian wanted to close the final gap on a career that had already taken him through five FIFA confederations. On his first official appearance for AS Tohie’a, he did not simply complete the journey — he markedContinue reading “Brazilian YouTuber Sergio Barboza Jr. makes history in Tahiti with two-goal Oceania debut”
