As it was reported by Fijian media, 2020 Vodafone Premier League – the top-tier of Fijian football – resumption was delayed in a few days. According to reliable source the league is set resume on July 5th and the opening match is likely to be contested by current league champions Ba and current league runners-upContinue reading “Fiji: Vodafone Premier League likely to resume with a Ba vs Lautoka clash”
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Lautoka without two key players for Vodafone Premier League resumption
Lautoka had a very good start in 2020 Vodafone Premier League season. Led by a powerful attack the Bluez won their two first matches of the year by 6-0 against Nasinu and Nadi. However things got worse after these two matches – a 0-0 draw against Labasa and a 1-0 loss against Suva. After theseContinue reading “Lautoka without two key players for Vodafone Premier League resumption”
Rewa expects to confirm signing of Brazilian striker
Since January Oceania Football Center follows the situation of the possible signing of the Brazilian striker Matheus Medeiros to Rewa – a move that could be of one of the most important transfers in the past years in Oceania football. It is known Rewa applied for his transfer alongisde Fiji FA before the start ofContinue reading “Rewa expects to confirm signing of Brazilian striker”
Fiji: crowds allowed at sporting events
Football is slowly returning to action in Fiji and in most countries in Oceania – but certainly the game is not the same without the presence of the fans. Differently from European national leagues that recently returned to action but with no supporters, Fijian Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama stated “gyms, swimming pools, and fitness centersContinue reading “Fiji: crowds allowed at sporting events”
Vodafone Premier League: Rewa in search of national glory
Rewa is one of the most famous football clubs in Fiji; the Delta Tigers from Nausori already won nine editions of the Inter-District Championship and eight times the Battle of Giants, being their last major title in 2017 when they had beaten Nadi by 2-1 in the final match. But the Tigers are looking forContinue reading “Vodafone Premier League: Rewa in search of national glory”
Indian media confirms that Fijian-star Roy Krishna will stay in Kolkata
Fijian football legend Roy Krishna has already a new home to play football; well, it is not so new for the striker as he already played for this club in the past season. According to The Bridge, Roy Krishna has already signed a contract extension to ATK-Mohun Bagan to continue in the current title holdersContinue reading “Indian media confirms that Fijian-star Roy Krishna will stay in Kolkata”
Kishan Sami officially debuts in New Zealand as Manukau United lose in NRFL Premier opener
After some delay due to COVID-19 pandemics, the 2020 season of Lotto NRFL Premier League has finally kicked off in New Zealand and Fijian youngster Kishan Sami made his official debut for Manukau United. Sami was in Manukau’s starting eleven against Forrest Hill Milford in the first matchday of the season. However the Fijian playerContinue reading “Kishan Sami officially debuts in New Zealand as Manukau United lose in NRFL Premier opener”
Kris Naicker: Fijian blood representing New Zealand
Currently playing for Lower Hutt City AFC in New Zealand winter football season Kris Naicker is one of the most talented players from Wellington Phoenix Academy. The 17-year-old defender had some opportunities to play for Wellington Phoenix Reserves in 2019-20 ISPS Handa Premiership. Born in New Zealand, Naicker represented his homeland at FIFA U-17 WorldContinue reading “Kris Naicker: Fijian blood representing New Zealand”
Fiji: Vodafone Premier League resumption close to be delayed
Bad news for Fijian football. After being announced that Battle of the Giants, FIJI Fact and Inter-District Championship may not be held this year, Fiji Football Association (FFA) Chief Executive Officer Mohammed Yusuf revealed that changes will be made in accordance with government decisions on easing COVID-19 restrictions on contact sports. The 2020 Vodafone PremierContinue reading “Fiji: Vodafone Premier League resumption close to be delayed”
The teenage dream of Fijian forward Leroy Jennings
Leroy Jennings has a quite interesting story as a footballer. Born in Australia in 1998, the forward had the opportunity to join Los Angeles Galaxy from United States when he was just 13 years old after impressing former England National Team player David Bechkam. His moment of glory happened when he tackled David Beckham’s sonContinue reading “The teenage dream of Fijian forward Leroy Jennings”
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