Solomon Islands secured a hard-fought 4-2 victory over Fiji to clinch third place at the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship, with rising star Paul Francis delivering a standout performance with a hat-trick. Both teams entered the match looking to rebound from narrow semi-final losses. Solomon Islands had conceded late in their 3-2 defeat to New Caledonia,Continue reading “Paul Francis shines with Hattrick as Solomon Islands secure third place at OFC U-19 Championship”
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Solomon Islands star Leon Kofana amidst turmoil, eyes potential Telekom S-League return
Solomon Islands national team defender Leon Kofana is heavily linked to be on the verge of signing with Telekom S-League side Real Kakamora. The 22-year-old, who did not return to Fiji to rejoin his club Rewa after the OFC Nations Cup in Vanuatu, has been training with Kakamora, according to multiple sources in Honiara andContinue reading “Solomon Islands star Leon Kofana amidst turmoil, eyes potential Telekom S-League return”
Tonga’s football star Ata Inia signs for a new club in Thailand
Ata Inia, the 24-year-old Tongan winger, has signed a one-year contract with Chanthaburi, a club in Thailand’s second-tier football league. Inia, who played for Navy FC, Chainat FC, and Phrae United last season, continues his professional journey in Thailand with this new move. In the previous season, Inia played 29 matches for Phrae United, scoringContinue reading “Tonga’s football star Ata Inia signs for a new club in Thailand”
“We gave away the game” says Solomon Islands’ Gordon Iro on New Caledonia’s decisive clash at OFC U19 Championship
Gordon Iro, the 19-year-old central defender from the Solomon Islands, has been a standout player for Real Kakamora in the Telekom S-League (TSL) and recently represented his country in the OFC Men’s U19 Championship. Despite his team’s valiant effort, Solomon Islands fell just short of qualifying for the FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile inContinue reading ““We gave away the game” says Solomon Islands’ Gordon Iro on New Caledonia’s decisive clash at OFC U19 Championship”
Quiet game for Raphael Lea’i as Adelaide City falls to NPL South Australia leaders Modbury Jets
Raphael Lea’i, Solomon Islands’ brightest football talent, had a subdued performance in his second match for Adelaide City, as they suffered a 2-0 defeat to league leaders Modbury Jets on Saturday, July 13th, in the NPL South Australia. The 20-year-old forward was introduced into the attack at the 57th minute, but despite his presence onContinue reading “Quiet game for Raphael Lea’i as Adelaide City falls to NPL South Australia leaders Modbury Jets”
Gagame Feni’s homecoming debut: Suva falls short against Labasa
In the latest match of the Digicel Fiji Premier League, Solomon Islands’ striker Gagame Feni made his much-anticipated debut for Suva after rejoining the club. Wearing the number 10 jersey, Feni came off the bench in the second half but could not prevent his team’s 1-0 defeat to Labasa. Feni’s compatriot, Jaygray Sipakana, also featuredContinue reading “Gagame Feni’s homecoming debut: Suva falls short against Labasa”
New Zealand edges out Fiji to secure spot in FIFA U20 World Cup
New Zealand will face New Caledonia in the final of the OFC U19 Men’s Championship 2024 after a narrow 1-0 semi-final victory over Fiji in Apia. The win also secured New Zealand’s qualification for the FIFA U20 World Cup. The semi-final match was slow to start, with Fiji dominating possession and creating early chances. IbraheemContinue reading “New Zealand edges out Fiji to secure spot in FIFA U20 World Cup”
Solomon Islands second half’s downfall ends U20 World Cup dreams
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Solomon Islands’ dream of qualifying for the FIFA U20 World Cup was dashed in the semifinal of the OFC U19 Men’s Championship. They surrendered a last-minute goal in extra time, losing 3-2 to New Caledonia after a dissapointing second half and extra time performance. New Caledonia pulled ahead earlyContinue reading “Solomon Islands second half’s downfall ends U20 World Cup dreams”
Solomon Islands surrender last-minute goal as New Caledonia clinches FIFA U20 World Cup spot
In a thrilling semi-final at the OFC U19 Men’s Championship, New Caledonia secured their place in the final and a coveted spot in the FIFA U20 World Cup 2025 in Chile with a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory against Solomon Islands. New Caledonia started the match strongly, with early attempts from Paul Qaeze and Louis BrunetContinue reading “Solomon Islands surrender last-minute goal as New Caledonia clinches FIFA U20 World Cup spot”
Solomon Islands’ Leon Kofana is yet to return to Rewa FC, absence still unclear
Leon Kofana, the 22-year-old central back from the Solomon Islands, has not returned to Fiji to rejoin his club, Rewa FC. Oceania Football Center reached out to some of his teammates, who expressed their surprise and lack of knowledge about the reasons behind his prolonged absence. Rewa FC has already played two games in theContinue reading “Solomon Islands’ Leon Kofana is yet to return to Rewa FC, absence still unclear”
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