Jovilisi Borisi was not expecting to be the centre of attention when Navua faced defending champions Rewa in the semi-finals of the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship. The reserve goalkeeper had not even warmed up before coach Rodicks Singh called him into action specifically for the penalty shootout. Minutes later, his two saves had helped NavuaContinue reading “No warm-up, no fear: Jovilisi Borisi reflects on his penalty heroics as Navua prepare for Ba final”
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From Butaritari to IDC history: meet Bauro Martin Jr, Kiribati’s 19-year-old goalscoring sensation
At just 19 years old, Bauro Martin Jr has become one of the most remarkable stories of the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship. The Kiribati forward has scored five goals in three matches, helping his country secure its first recorded senior football victory and reach the Premier Division final in its debut appearance at the traditionalContinue reading “From Butaritari to IDC history: meet Bauro Martin Jr, Kiribati’s 19-year-old goalscoring sensation”
IDC: Ba survive Labasa penalty drama to set up Navua rematch and keep historic clean sweep alive
Ba are just one victory away from completing an extraordinary sweep of Fiji’s four major domestic football titles after surviving a dramatic penalty shootout against Labasa in the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship semi-finals. The Men in Black were held to a 1-1 draw after extra time at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva on Saturday, beforeContinue reading “IDC: Ba survive Labasa penalty drama to set up Navua rematch and keep historic clean sweep alive”
“Nobody expected us to reach the final”: Navua coach Rodicks Singh praises his players after stunning Rewa
Navua FC head coach Rodicks Singh has praised his players for overcoming the absence of several important squad members to reach the final of the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship (IDC). Speaking exclusively to Oceania Football Center following Saturday’s dramatic victory over defending champions Rewa, Singh admitted that few people expected his team to make itContinue reading ““Nobody expected us to reach the final”: Navua coach Rodicks Singh praises his players after stunning Rewa”
Borisi’s penalty heroics stun Rewa as depleted Navua reach IDC final
Navua have produced one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship, eliminating defending champions Rewa 4-1 on penalties after a goalless draw in their Super Premier Division semi-final at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva on Saturday. Substitute goalkeeper Jovilisi Borisi emerged as the hero, saving attempts from Scott Wara and Semi NabenuContinue reading “Borisi’s penalty heroics stun Rewa as depleted Navua reach IDC final”
Rex Naime breaks silence on Labasa IDC absence, denies money dispute and explains OFC Pro League return
Papua New Guinea international Rex Naime has clarified the circumstances behind his absence from Labasa’s squad for the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship, revealing exclusively to Oceania Football Center that he returned home to begin preparations for the upcoming OFC Pro League season rather than because of a financial disagreement with the Fijian club. Naime andContinue reading “Rex Naime breaks silence on Labasa IDC absence, denies money dispute and explains OFC Pro League return”
Back where it all began: Merrill Nand rediscovers scoring touch at Rewa as IDC title defence intensifies
Merrill Abel Nand’s return to Rewa FC has brought the Fiji international back to the club where his footballing journey began, and the move is already producing results. After spending several seasons with Suva, the 26-year-old forward has established himself as an important attacking figure for the Delta Tigers, scoring four goals in the openingContinue reading “Back where it all began: Merrill Nand rediscovers scoring touch at Rewa as IDC title defence intensifies”
IDC 2026 semi-finals: Ba chase historic clean sweep as Rewa, Navua and Labasa fight for final places
The 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship has reached its decisive stage, with four of Fiji’s leading football districts preparing for a dramatic Super Premier semi-final day at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. Defending champions Rewa will meet Navua in Saturday’s opening contest, while Ba and Labasa renew their traditional rivalry in the second semi-final, with placesContinue reading “IDC 2026 semi-finals: Ba chase historic clean sweep as Rewa, Navua and Labasa fight for final places”
Rewa finish IDC group stage unbeaten as hosts Suva bow out without a win
Defending champions Rewa FC completed an unbeaten group-stage campaign at the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship following a 1-1 draw against hosts Suva FC at HFC Bank Stadium on Thursday evening. Goals from Semi Matalau for Rewa and New Zealand-based James Hoyt for Suva settled the final Super Premier fixture of the day, leaving the DeltaContinue reading “Rewa finish IDC group stage unbeaten as hosts Suva bow out without a win”
IDC: Orobulu strikes twice as Ba crush Nadi and keep historic four-title dream alive
Solomon Islands international John Orobulu continued his remarkable scoring form in Fijian football with two goals in Ba FC’s convincing 3-0 victory over Nadi on Thursday, October 8, securing top spot in Group B of the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship. The prolific striker needed just 26 seconds to open the scoring at HFC Bank StadiumContinue reading “IDC: Orobulu strikes twice as Ba crush Nadi and keep historic four-title dream alive”
