Fencibles United have written a new chapter in their history after defeating Cashmere Technical 2-1 in Christchurch to lift the Chatham Cup for the first time. The Auckland side entered Saturday’s final having never previously progressed beyond the quarter-finals of New Zealand’s premier knockout competition, but goals from Ronaldo Lopez Munoz and substitute Kodie NicolContinue reading “Fencibles make history in Christchurch with first-ever Chatham Cup title”
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New Zealand seal semi-final place as Tahiti deny Vanuatu late at OFC U-19 Championship
New Zealand became the second nation to secure a place in the semi-finals of the 2026 OFC U-19 Men’s Championship after defeating Fiji 2-0 in Apia, while Tahiti kept their own campaign alive with a late equaliser against Vanuatu in Saturday’s Group B action. The Junior All Whites joined Solomon Islands in the last fourContinue reading “New Zealand seal semi-final place as Tahiti deny Vanuatu late at OFC U-19 Championship”
Rewa through, Suva in control as Pacific stars shape opening two days of BOG 2026
The first two matchdays of the 2026 Battle of the Giants have already reshaped the tournament in Ba, with Rewa securing an early place in the semi-finals, Suva taking control of Group A and players from across the Pacific playing decisive roles throughout the opening rounds. Rewa emerged as the first team to guarantee progressionContinue reading “Rewa through, Suva in control as Pacific stars shape opening two days of BOG 2026”
Solomon Islands seal semi-final place as Papua New Guinea revive hopes in OFC U-19 Championship
Solomon Islands became the first team from Group A to secure their place in the semi-finals of the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship after another strong performance in Samoa, while Papua New Guinea kept their own campaign alive with a six-goal victory over the hosts. The second round of Group A matches produced wins for theContinue reading “Solomon Islands seal semi-final place as Papua New Guinea revive hopes in OFC U-19 Championship”
Raphael Lea’i explodes for six goals in Central Coast’s huge S-League win
Raphael Lea’i produced one of the standout individual performances of the Solomon Islands S-League season, scoring six times as Central Coast FC defeated SOSA FC 9-0 at Lawson Tama. The Solomon Islands international was at the centre of Central Coast’s dominant display, registering a double hat-trick as his side returned to domestic action with anContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i explodes for six goals in Central Coast’s huge S-League win”
“I was not playing in my right position”: John Orobulu explains Hekari struggles as goals return in Fiji
John Orobulu has quickly rediscovered his scoring touch in Fiji after a difficult spell in the inaugural OFC Professional League, with the Solomon Islands striker telling Oceania Football Center that being used away from his natural position was one of the factors behind his limited goal return with PNG Hekari. The 26-year-old has been oneContinue reading ““I was not playing in my right position”: John Orobulu explains Hekari struggles as goals return in Fiji”
Port Moresby Soccer Association suspended for two years by PNGFA
The Papua New Guinea Football Association has handed the Port Moresby Soccer Association a two-year suspension after accusing one of the country’s most prominent regional football bodies of repeatedly failing to comply with national regulations. The suspension took immediate effect after formal notice was issued to PMSA on Monday, with PNGFA citing Article 17 ofContinue reading “Port Moresby Soccer Association suspended for two years by PNGFA”
New Zealand and Fiji make emphatic starts as Group B explodes into life at OFC U-19 Championship
Group B of the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship began in emphatic fashion in Samoa, with New Zealand and Fiji combining for 15 goals as both sides made major statements in their opening matches. Defending champions New Zealand swept aside Tahiti 8-0, while Fiji recovered from an early setback to beat Vanuatu 7-2 in a remarkableContinue reading “New Zealand and Fiji make emphatic starts as Group B explodes into life at OFC U-19 Championship”
From the World Cup to a hat-trick at 36: All White Tommy Smith produces remarkable night in England
New Zealand international Tommy Smith has enjoyed plenty of memorable moments across a career spanning nearly two decades, but the experienced defender has now added something he had never previously achieved: a senior hat-trick. The 36-year-old All White scored all three of his goals with headers, including a dramatic winner in the fourth minute ofContinue reading “From the World Cup to a hat-trick at 36: All White Tommy Smith produces remarkable night in England”
All Whites star Callum McCowatt joins Danish champions in major transfer
New Zealand international Callum McCowatt has completed one of the biggest moves of his club career, leaving Silkeborg IF to join reigning Danish champions AGF on a contract running until the summer of 2030. The 27-year-old attacker makes the switch after three strong seasons with Silkeborg, where he established himself as one of the mostContinue reading “All Whites star Callum McCowatt joins Danish champions in major transfer”
