Solomon Islands have officially named their 20-man squad for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji, with head coach Ben Cahn combining experienced internationals, Solomon Kings regulars, domestic standouts and emerging players as the Bonitos prepare for the first competitive tournament of his tenure. The tournament will be Cahn’s first official competition since takingContinue reading “Solomon Islands name 20-man squad for MSG Prime Minister’s Cup as Cahn begins first competitive test”
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Two records, one name: questions over Vilitati Kautoga’s BOG registration await Fiji FA clarification
Questions have emerged over the registration of Ba striker Vilitati Kautoga during the 2026 Battle of the Giants after publicly shared material appeared to show two separate player records carrying the same name but different identification numbers, dates of birth and photographs. The existence of two records does not, by itself, establish that Ba fieldedContinue reading “Two records, one name: questions over Vilitati Kautoga’s BOG registration await Fiji FA clarification”
Fiji name 20-man squad for home MSG Prime Minister’s Cup as Auvray blends experience and youth
Fiji have named a 20-man Bula Boys squad for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup, with head coach Stéphane Auvray combining established internationals with several younger players as the national team begins a new cycle on home soil. Captain and all-time leading goalscorer Roy Krishna provides the biggest name in the squad, while experienced internationalsContinue reading “Fiji name 20-man squad for home MSG Prime Minister’s Cup as Auvray blends experience and youth”
Ben Cahn sets winning target for MSG Cup as Solomon Islands begin road towards 2030 World Cup
Ben Cahn will take charge of Solomon Islands in his first competitive tournament as senior national team head coach when the Bonitos begin their campaign at the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji, and the Australian-English coach has made clear that the immediate target is not simply development. Solomon Islands are travelling to FijiContinue reading “Ben Cahn sets winning target for MSG Cup as Solomon Islands begin road towards 2030 World Cup”
New Zealand defeat Tahiti to secure 10th OFC U-19 Men’s Championship title
New Zealand have once again been crowned champions of Oceania at youth level, defeating Tahiti 2-0 in the final of the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship at the Samoa Football HQ in Apia. The Junior All Whites secured their tenth title in the competition and their fifth consecutive crown, although Monday’s final proved considerably more difficultContinue reading “New Zealand defeat Tahiti to secure 10th OFC U-19 Men’s Championship title”
Papua New Guinea name 20-man Kapuls squad for 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji
Papua New Guinea have confirmed a 20-man squad for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji, with head coach Bob Morris combining senior internationals, OFC Pro League players and a younger generation that has emerged strongly through domestic and regional competitions this year. The Kapuls squad includes experienced names such as Ronald Warisan, DanielContinue reading “Papua New Guinea name 20-man Kapuls squad for 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji”
Raymond Gunemba calls on PNGFA to stand with players as unpaid MSG allowances remain unresolved
Papua New Guinea international Raymond Gunemba has called on the PNG Football Association to stand firmly behind its players and reconsider sending a national team to the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup if outstanding payments from previous editions remain unpaid. The experienced striker has again raised concerns over money owed to players and officials followingContinue reading “Raymond Gunemba calls on PNGFA to stand with players as unpaid MSG allowances remain unresolved”
New Caledonia go all-local for MSG Cup as financial constraints keep overseas contingent out
New Caledonia will head to the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup with a dramatically different national team, as new head coach Félix Tagawa has named an 18-man squad made up entirely of players currently based in the territory. The Fédération Calédonienne de Football confirmed the final selection ahead of the tournament in Fiji, where TagawaContinue reading “New Caledonia go all-local for MSG Cup as financial constraints keep overseas contingent out”
Ba complete domestic treble with 18th BOG crown after defeating Rewa at packed Govind Park
Ba FC have completed a remarkable domestic treble in Fiji after defeating Rewa FC 2-1 in the final of the 2026 Battle of the Giants, lifting the trophy on home soil at 4R Stadium, Govind Park. The Men in Black entered the competition having already secured the Extra Premier League and BiC Fiji FACT titlesContinue reading “Ba complete domestic treble with 18th BOG crown after defeating Rewa at packed Govind Park”
Cylo Gope makes history as Horizon Patho bring the Coupe de Calédonie to Maré for the first time
Horizon Patho have written a new chapter in New Caledonian football history after defeating AS Kunié 1-0 in the Coupe de Calédonie final, bringing the trophy to the island of Maré for the first time.In front of more than 4,000 spectators at Stade Numa-Daly, the 70th edition of the competition was decided late in theContinue reading “Cylo Gope makes history as Horizon Patho bring the Coupe de Calédonie to Maré for the first time”
