The Kurukuru, Solomon Islands national futsal team, is the powerhouse of the sport in the South Pacific; the likes of Elliot Ragomo, Anthony Talo and Jack Whitney always helped the national team to dominate the competitions of the region. Solomon Islands took part of four World Cups and they are hoping to take part ofContinue reading “Meet Calvin Do’oro: the new Kurukuru’s superstar”
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Talented striker Barrie Limoki leaves Nadi as he returns to Solomon Islands
In a surprising turn of events, Solomon Islands striker Barrie Limoki has made the decision to leave Nadi, in the Digicel Fiji Premier League, and return to his home country. The striker left Fiji some weeks ago and he is already out of the squad for Fiji FACT. The 19-year-old player, who had previously playedContinue reading “Talented striker Barrie Limoki leaves Nadi as he returns to Solomon Islands”
Raphael Lea’i has his first full match as a professional player in European football
Solomon Islands football star Raphael Lea’i played his second match for FK Velež Mostar in the starting team in a game against FK Sarajevo. It was a significant milestone for the 19-year-old as he played the entire 90 minutes, marking his first full match as a professional player in Europe. Despite the unfavorable outcome forContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i has his first full match as a professional player in European football”
Telekom S-League: Southern United’s Orobulu rises as ‘Golden Boot’ surprise candidate
John Orobulu, the striker for Southern United in the Telekom S-League, has taken the league by storm with his exceptional performances in the early stages of the season. The talented number 7 has already netted an impressive five goals in just four matches, which includes a remarkable hattrick against the reigning champions, Solomon Warriors, inContinue reading “Telekom S-League: Southern United’s Orobulu rises as ‘Golden Boot’ surprise candidate”
Oceania Football Center presents: ‘Best XI’ of O-League’s group stage
As the final whistle blew for the OFC Champions League 2023 group stage, Oceania Football Center presents its ‘Best XI’ of the O-League’s group stage’ From the eight teams qualified for the process, four continue in the competition: Auckland City, Suva, AS Pirae and Ifira Black Bird – from all these clubs the ‘Best XI’Continue reading “Oceania Football Center presents: ‘Best XI’ of O-League’s group stage”
Ifira Black Bird makes history as they beat Tiga Sport to proceed to O-League’s semifinals
In a thrilling and hard-fought match at Freshwater Stadium, hosts Ifira Black Bird emerged victorious with a 1-0 win against Tiga Sport from New Caledonia in the quarterfinals of the OFC Champions League. The win propelled the current Vanuatu champions into the semifinals, securing their continued journey in the prestigious tournament. Ifira started the gameContinue reading “Ifira Black Bird makes history as they beat Tiga Sport to proceed to O-League’s semifinals”
O-League: AS Pirae sends Hekari United home with hard-fought win at Freshwater Stadium
In a thrilling and decisive matchday of Group B in the Freshwater Stadium, Port Vila, AS Pirae emerged victorious over Hekari United with a hard-fought 2-1 win. The Tahitian side only needed a draw to secure their place in the semifinals, but they displayed their determination by securing the three points against the Papua NewContinue reading “O-League: AS Pirae sends Hekari United home with hard-fought win at Freshwater Stadium”
Solomon Islands’ talented Javin Wae set to depart overseas
Solomon Islands’ international football player, Javin Wae, is set to leave Central Coast FC in the Solomon Islands and make a move to New Zealand to continue his football career. The 20-year-old central defender has confirmed his departure after the national team’s friendly matches scheduled for June. Wae has expressed his intention to join ManukauContinue reading “Solomon Islands’ talented Javin Wae set to depart overseas”
Brian Kaltak will play A-League’s Grand Final as Mariners beat Adelaide in semifinals
In a thrilling encounter, Brian Kaltak‘s Central Coast Mariners emerged victorious in the second leg of the A-League semifinal, defeating Adelaide United with a commanding 2-0 scoreline. The win secured their place in the grand final of the A-League for the current season. This remarkable achievement comes in Kaltak’s debut season as a professional footballer,Continue reading “Brian Kaltak will play A-League’s Grand Final as Mariners beat Adelaide in semifinals”
The gap is immense: Fiji suffers heavy defeat against Slovakia in U-20 World Cup
In their debut match at the U-20 World Cup, the Fiji national team faced Slovakia and unfortunately suffered a 4-0 defeat. The Junior Bula Boys, as they are known, displayed resolute defending in the early stages of the game. However, it was Adam Gazi of Slovakia who managed to break the deadlock with a back-postContinue reading “The gap is immense: Fiji suffers heavy defeat against Slovakia in U-20 World Cup”
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