The Papua New Guinea women’s team played a historic match against Panama in the FIFA Women’s World Cup play-off at North Harbour Stadium in New Zealand this Sunday (19th Feb). Despite their best efforts, the Papua New Guinea team lost 2-0 to a much more experienced and professional Panama team. This was the first everContinue reading “FIFA Women’s World Cup play-off: Papua New Guinea fell short to Panama after gigantic effort”
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Fiji: Lautoka announces new head coach
Lautoka Football Association in Fiji recently announced the appointment of Ronil Kumar as the new head coach of the team. This appointment comes after the departure of the former coach, Anginesh Prasad, who left to pursue study commitments in Australia. Ronil Kumar is a well-known figure in Fijian football circles, having previously coached the BaContinue reading “Fiji: Lautoka announces new head coach”
New Zealand starts U-20 World Cup preparation with a loss to Guatemala
The New Zealand U-20 side suffered a disappointing defeat against the Guatemala U-20 side in an invitational tournament in Jakarta, Indonesia. The match was an important preparation for the U-20 World Cup, which is also being held in Indonesia later this year. The loss against Guatemala followed a defeat suffered by another Oceania Football ConfederationContinue reading “New Zealand starts U-20 World Cup preparation with a loss to Guatemala”
Fiji U-20 side suffers heavy loss to Indonesia as three players are sent-off
In their first match of the invitational tournament in Jakarta, the Fiji U-20 side suffered a heavy defeat against Indonesia U-20. Despite managing to keep the scoreline at 1-0 in the first half, thanks to a goal scored by Arkham at the 35th minute, Fiji was totally dominated by the local team. In the secondContinue reading “Fiji U-20 side suffers heavy loss to Indonesia as three players are sent-off”
Chris Wood scores against Manchester City; his first as Forest player
Chris Wood scored his first goal for Nottingham Forest in the English Premier League – a key moment for the New Zealand international that received some critics from his past performances from the local fans. The game against the reigning English champions Manchester City was a tough one, but Wood was determined to make anContinue reading “Chris Wood scores against Manchester City; his first as Forest player”
Raphael Lea’i still unavailable for FK Velež Mostar’s competitive debut in 2023
Raphael Lea’i, the star player from the Solomon Islands, has yet to make his debut for his new team, Velež Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. According to a team staff member, Adnan Dizdarević, Lea’i is still not fully registered to play in the Bosnia Cup match against HSK Posušje, which is scheduled to be playedContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i still unavailable for FK Velež Mostar’s competitive debut in 2023”
New Caledonia: Tiga Sport proceeds to OFC Champions League group stage for the first time
🇫🇷 Français Tiga Sport secured an impressive 2-0 win over former OFC Champions League winners Hienghène Sport at Stade Numa Daly in Nouméa. This victory was all the more remarkable as it allowed Tiga Sport to progress to the OFC Champions League group stage tournament for the first time in their history. The game startedContinue reading “New Caledonia: Tiga Sport proceeds to OFC Champions League group stage for the first time”
Revenge is complete: Hekari United eliminates Lae City FC and takes OFC Champions League spot
Hekari United pulled off a stunning victory over more experienced opponents Lae City in the Papua New Guinea capital of Port Moresby, securing their spot in the OFC Champions League group stage. At Sir John Guise Stadium, the young squad of Hekari put on an impressive display, winning 2-0 thanks to goals from midfielder YagiContinue reading “Revenge is complete: Hekari United eliminates Lae City FC and takes OFC Champions League spot”
O-League: Michael Tumua Leo’s show highlights strong performance as Lupe o le Soaga hammers Ilaoa & To’omata
Lupe o le Soaga from Samoa put on a stunning performance in their first match of the OFC Champions League qualifying stage, defeating Ilaoa & To’omata from American Samoa by 13-0. The team, coached by Paul Ualesi, were dominant from start to finish, with 20-year-old Michael Tumua Leo putting in a standout performance. Leo wasContinue reading “O-League: Michael Tumua Leo’s show highlights strong performance as Lupe o le Soaga hammers Ilaoa & To’omata”
OFC Champions League: Tupapa Maraerenga beats Veitongo in competition opener
In the opening game of the OFC Champions League qualifying stage, Veitongo FC from Tonga faced Tupapa Maraerenga from the Cook Islands. The match took place at the Apia, Samoa, and it was an intense encounter between the two teams. However, it was Tupapa Maraerenga who came out on top with a 1-0 victory. TheContinue reading “OFC Champions League: Tupapa Maraerenga beats Veitongo in competition opener”
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