John Orobulu, the 23-year-old striking sensation from the Solomon Islands, has firmly established himself as one of the brightest talents in the region’s football landscape. His meteoric rise to prominence began with a stellar performance in the Telekom S-League last season, catching the eye of former Solomon Islands head coach Felipe Vega-Arango. Orobulu’s knack forContinue reading “Can Solomon Islands’ in-form striker Orobulu carry the momentum to OFC Nations Cup landscape?”
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After club relegation New Zealand’s Sarpreet Singh is released in Germany
New Zealand international midfielder Sarpreet Singh has become a free agent following his release from German club Hansa Rostock. Singh, along with 13 other players, will be leaving the club after its relegation to the 3rd tier of German football, 3. Bundesliga. Singh, 25, joined Hansa Rostock on a three-year contract in July 2023. However,Continue reading “After club relegation New Zealand’s Sarpreet Singh is released in Germany”
Raphael Lea’i signs with Adelaide City FC for remainder of NPL Season in Australia
Standout football talent from the Solomon Islands and the South Pacific Raphael Lea’i has officially signed with Adelaide City FC for the remainder of the National Premier League (NPL) South Australia season, Oceania Football Center can confirm. The 20-year-old forward, who recently concluded his contract with FK Velež Mostar in May, is set to makeContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i signs with Adelaide City FC for remainder of NPL Season in Australia”
The Tale of a Missed Opportunity: Derick Taebo’s penalty saved by now Premier League’s Alex Paulsen
In the annals of football, moments of heartbreak often become defining stories that players and fans alike carry with them. One such story unfolded during the 2018 OFC U-16 Championship, where a promising Solomon Islands team faced off against New Zealand in a dramatic penalty shootout. This event not only marked a significant moment inContinue reading “The Tale of a Missed Opportunity: Derick Taebo’s penalty saved by now Premier League’s Alex Paulsen”
Nicolas King: A star in the making, aiming to follow in Brian Kaltak’s Footsteps
Nicolas King, the towering 190cm, 20-year-old football talen, has recently made waves by leaving Mauriki FC in Vanuatu to join Valentine FC in Australia’s National Premier League (NPL) New South Wales. Since making the move, King has been adjusting to his new environment and the elevated style of play. “I’m getting used to the environmentContinue reading “Nicolas King: A star in the making, aiming to follow in Brian Kaltak’s Footsteps”
The End of an Era: Raymond Gunemba’s absence from the Kapuls
Papua New Guinea football fans recently learned about the national team squad called-up for the OFC Nations Cup; with the exclusion of Raymond Gunemba from the list by head coach Warren Moon for the OFC Nations Cup it may signalize the end of his tenure as national team rep. At 38 years old, Gunemba, aContinue reading “The End of an Era: Raymond Gunemba’s absence from the Kapuls”
Roy Krishna at the helm: Fiji National Team squad is set for OFC Nations Cup challenge
Fiji’s head coach, Rob Sherman, has called up the national team for the OFC Nations Cup, with the Group B matches set to be held in Suva, Fiji. The Fijians are grouped alongside Papua New Guinea, Tahiti and Samoa. Should the Bula Boys advance, the knockout stage will take place in Port Vila, Vanuatu. TheContinue reading “Roy Krishna at the helm: Fiji National Team squad is set for OFC Nations Cup challenge”
PNG Kapuls: Komolong, Semmy and Warisan included in Moon’s call-up for OFC Nations Cup
The Papua New Guinea national football team has officially announced its squad for the upcoming OFC Nations Cup. Set to compete in Group B against Samoa, Fiji, and Tahiti, the team is preparing for a challenging tournament held in Suva, Fiji – the knockout stage, if the Kapuls advance, will be played at Freshwater StadiumContinue reading “PNG Kapuls: Komolong, Semmy and Warisan included in Moon’s call-up for OFC Nations Cup”
OFC Nations Cup: Brian Kaltak to lead local talent as Vanuatu enters new era under new coach Juliano Schmeling
The Vanuatu national football team, under the guidance of newly appointed head coach Juliano Schmeling, is set to compete in the OFC Nations Cup, to be held in the vibrant capital of Port Vila. The squad announcement has generated significant excitement among fans, especially with the inclusion of national hero and team captain, Brian Kaltak.Continue reading “OFC Nations Cup: Brian Kaltak to lead local talent as Vanuatu enters new era under new coach Juliano Schmeling”
The Cagous are out: current Pacific Games gold medallists withdraw from OFC Nations Cup participation
The anticipated OFC Nations Cup will not count on the participation of the 2012 edition runners-up New Caledonia after the local federation announced in a media statement the Cagous will not be travelling to Vanuatu to take part in the regional competition. The current Pacific Games gold medallists are posed with definitive real difficulties andContinue reading “The Cagous are out: current Pacific Games gold medallists withdraw from OFC Nations Cup participation”
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