One of Solomon Islands’ most promising footballers seems ready for a full professional opportunity abroad, the strong defender Leon Kofana just celebrated his 18th birthday and, alongside other key players such as Raphael Lea’i and Charles Mani, Kofana seems to belong to a golden generation of footballers who will come to the football-mad Solomon Islands.Continue reading “Leon Kofana: ready for a professional contract”
Author Archives: Rafael Saltori
Seasonal working: a tough reality for football players from Vanuatu
Oceania is diverse – many cultures, languages and traditions are shaped by the environment of the 14 members and associate members of the Oceania Football Confederation. Football is a passion throughout the region, even if it is not as successful as the American and European countries are. Vanuatu is one of the most football-loving nationsContinue reading “Seasonal working: a tough reality for football players from Vanuatu”
Rewa expects to confirm signing of Brazilian striker
Since January Oceania Football Center follows the situation of the possible signing of the Brazilian striker Matheus Medeiros to Rewa – a move that could be of one of the most important transfers in the past years in Oceania football. It is known Rewa applied for his transfer alongisde Fiji FA before the start ofContinue reading “Rewa expects to confirm signing of Brazilian striker”
Fiji: crowds allowed at sporting events
Football is slowly returning to action in Fiji and in most countries in Oceania – but certainly the game is not the same without the presence of the fans. Differently from European national leagues that recently returned to action but with no supporters, Fijian Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama stated “gyms, swimming pools, and fitness centersContinue reading “Fiji: crowds allowed at sporting events”
Vodafone Premier League: Rewa in search of national glory
Rewa is one of the most famous football clubs in Fiji; the Delta Tigers from Nausori already won nine editions of the Inter-District Championship and eight times the Battle of Giants, being their last major title in 2017 when they had beaten Nadi by 2-1 in the final match. But the Tigers are looking forContinue reading “Vodafone Premier League: Rewa in search of national glory”
Malampa Revivors’ stars prepare for OFC Champions League in Port Vila
Malampa Reviovors made history recently in Luganville where they hosted the Group B of the 2020 OFC Champions League; the current Ni-Vanuatu national champions qualified for the first time ever for the knock-out stage of the regional tournament as they topped the group beating Lae City from Papua New Guinea and having draws in theContinue reading “Malampa Revivors’ stars prepare for OFC Champions League in Port Vila”
John Kapi Natto unopposed as he is re-elected PNGFA-chairman
Football fans may be eagerly awaiting the restart of the PNG National Soccer League – the national league is due to restart after the forced break due to the COVID-19 pandemic in August this year. During this time, there is another very important event for football fans in Papua New Guinea: PNGFA’s current president, JohnContinue reading “John Kapi Natto unopposed as he is re-elected PNGFA-chairman”
Indian media confirms that Fijian-star Roy Krishna will stay in Kolkata
Fijian football legend Roy Krishna has already a new home to play football; well, it is not so new for the striker as he already played for this club in the past season. According to The Bridge, Roy Krishna has already signed a contract extension to ATK-Mohun Bagan to continue in the current title holdersContinue reading “Indian media confirms that Fijian-star Roy Krishna will stay in Kolkata”
NRFL set to kick-off in New Zealand and many Pacific Islanders have a chance to shine
The new season of the Northern Regional Football League is about to kick off. After many doubts during the football break due to the COVID-19 pandemic, football is definitely back in New Zealand. The clubs had two weeks to prepare for the leagues – many friendly matches were played to get ready for the newContinue reading “NRFL set to kick-off in New Zealand and many Pacific Islanders have a chance to shine”
The adventure of Elliot Ragomo in Brazilian professional futsal
Solomon Islands are impressive when it comes to futsal – the Kurukuru have already taken part in three FIFA Futsal World Cups and will travel to Lithuania in 2021 to represent OFC at the 2021 FIFA Futsal World Cup, where they will play in the fourth consecutive competition at world level. With Elliot Ragomo asContinue reading “The adventure of Elliot Ragomo in Brazilian professional futsal”
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