Navua FC head coach Rodicks Singh has praised his players for overcoming the absence of several important squad members to reach the final of the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship (IDC). Speaking exclusively to Oceania Football Center following Saturday’s dramatic victory over defending champions Rewa, Singh admitted that few people expected his team to make itContinue reading ““Nobody expected us to reach the final”: Navua coach Rodicks Singh praises his players after stunning Rewa”
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Football Ferns’ Panama opener cancelled after powerful earthquake disrupts World Cup preparations
New Zealand’s Football Ferns have seen their first international friendly against Panama cancelled following a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck the Central American country on Friday, October 9. Panamanian football authorities confirmed that Saturday’s match at Estadio Rommel Fernández Gutiérrez would not go ahead, prioritising the safety of players, staff and spectators as the countryContinue reading “Football Ferns’ Panama opener cancelled after powerful earthquake disrupts World Cup preparations”
Borisi’s penalty heroics stun Rewa as depleted Navua reach IDC final
Navua have produced one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship, eliminating defending champions Rewa 4-1 on penalties after a goalless draw in their Super Premier Division semi-final at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva on Saturday. Substitute goalkeeper Jovilisi Borisi emerged as the hero, saving attempts from Scott Wara and Semi NabenuContinue reading “Borisi’s penalty heroics stun Rewa as depleted Navua reach IDC final”
Rex Naime breaks silence on Labasa IDC absence, denies money dispute and explains OFC Pro League return
Papua New Guinea international Rex Naime has clarified the circumstances behind his absence from Labasa’s squad for the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship, revealing exclusively to Oceania Football Center that he returned home to begin preparations for the upcoming OFC Pro League season rather than because of a financial disagreement with the Fijian club. Naime andContinue reading “Rex Naime breaks silence on Labasa IDC absence, denies money dispute and explains OFC Pro League return”
Scott Hales replaces Rob Sherman as South Island United prepare for second OFC Pro League season
South Island United have appointed Scott Hales as their new head coach for the 2027 OFC Pro League, turning to a proven figure in New Zealand football as the Christchurch-based club prepares for its second professional season. The 44-year-old Englishman replaces Rob Sherman, who guided the team to the semi-finals of the inaugural competition beforeContinue reading “Scott Hales replaces Rob Sherman as South Island United prepare for second OFC Pro League season”
Vanuatu football mourns Nicol Tari as former Tafea FC striker and youth international dies aged 31
Vanuatu football is mourning the passing of former Tafea FC striker and youth international Nicol Tari, who has died at the age of 31. His death has prompted emotional tributes from former teammates, friends and members of the country’s football community, including former Vanuatu national team coach Moise Poida, who worked closely with Tari duringContinue reading “Vanuatu football mourns Nicol Tari as former Tafea FC striker and youth international dies aged 31”
Kiribati stun World Cup-bound Fiji U17 to reach historic IDC final
Kiribati have produced another remarkable result at the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship, defeating Fiji’s World Cup-bound Under-17 national team 3-1 in the Premier Division semi-finals to reach Sunday’s final against Seaqaqa. Just two days after recording the first victory in the history of their senior national team, the Pacific islanders have now eliminated one ofContinue reading “Kiribati stun World Cup-bound Fiji U17 to reach historic IDC final”
Solomon Kings keep faith in familiar faces as Keana, Mango and Leslie sign on for 2027
Solomon Kings FC have taken further steps towards shaping their squad for the 2027 OFC Pro League season, retaining three Solomon Islands internationals in goalkeeper Phillip Mango and forwards Don Keana and Bobby Leslie. The announcements follow the confirmation that head coach Ben Cahn will remain in charge for another campaign, suggesting the club intendsContinue reading “Solomon Kings keep faith in familiar faces as Keana, Mango and Leslie sign on for 2027”
Back where it all began: Merrill Nand rediscovers scoring touch at Rewa as IDC title defence intensifies
Merrill Abel Nand’s return to Rewa FC has brought the Fiji international back to the club where his footballing journey began, and the move is already producing results. After spending several seasons with Suva, the 26-year-old forward has established himself as an important attacking figure for the Delta Tigers, scoring four goals in the openingContinue reading “Back where it all began: Merrill Nand rediscovers scoring touch at Rewa as IDC title defence intensifies”
IDC 2026 semi-finals: Ba chase historic clean sweep as Rewa, Navua and Labasa fight for final places
The 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship has reached its decisive stage, with four of Fiji’s leading football districts preparing for a dramatic Super Premier semi-final day at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. Defending champions Rewa will meet Navua in Saturday’s opening contest, while Ba and Labasa renew their traditional rivalry in the second semi-final, with placesContinue reading “IDC 2026 semi-finals: Ba chase historic clean sweep as Rewa, Navua and Labasa fight for final places”
