Billy Afi’s journey from futsal in Solomon Islands to becoming one of Nasinu’s leading figures in Fiji has taken another significant step at the 2026 Battle of the Giants, where the midfielder has captained the side, scored important goals and helped them reach the semifinals. The Solomon Islander has been one of the standout figuresContinue reading “From futsal in Solomon Islands to leading Nasinu: Billy Afi makes his mark at the Battle of the Giants”
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BOG drug-testing total rises to three positive cases as Fiji FA scrutiny intensifies
Fiji Football Association has confirmed that three players returned positive drug tests during the group stage of the 2026 Battle of the Giants, adding another development to an issue that has increasingly surrounded one of the country’s biggest football tournaments. According to FBC News, 72 tests were conducted across the three days of group-stage competition.Continue reading “BOG drug-testing total rises to three positive cases as Fiji FA scrutiny intensifies”
Jimson Abana eyes new challenge after nine-goal Nadi season as overseas and Solomon Islands ambitions grow
Jimson Abana could be approaching the end of his spell with Nadi after a productive individual season in Fiji, with the Solomon Islands forward considering several possibilities for 2027 while continuing to pursue opportunities abroad. Speaking exclusively to Oceania Football Center, Abana confirmed that Nadi management would like him to remain at the club, butContinue reading “Jimson Abana eyes new challenge after nine-goal Nadi season as overseas and Solomon Islands ambitions grow”
Labasa turn to Jerry Sam as Alvin Chand steps down after BOG elimination
Labasa FC have made a major change to their technical leadership only days after the Babasiga Lions were eliminated from the 2026 Battle of the Giants, with Alvin Chand stepping down as head coach and experienced Solomon Islands coach Jerry Sam taking over the position. The Labasa Football Association officially announced the decision on Tuesday,Continue reading “Labasa turn to Jerry Sam as Alvin Chand steps down after BOG elimination”
Still great: Gagame Feni proves his goals have not gone anywhere at 34
There are players whose influence begins to fade quietly as a new generation takes centre stage. Gagame Feni continues to resist that process. At 34, the Solomon Islands international has once again placed himself among the main protagonists of a major tournament in Fiji, scoring four goals during the group stage of the 2026 BattleContinue reading “Still great: Gagame Feni proves his goals have not gone anywhere at 34”
Fiji FA unveils six-team professional league plan to extend pathway beyond Bula FC
Fiji Football Association has revealed plans for a new six-team professional franchise league that could begin in late 2027, in what would represent one of the most significant changes to the structure of domestic football in the country. The proposed competition would introduce privately owned franchises, professional coaching structures and televised matches, creating a newContinue reading “Fiji FA unveils six-team professional league plan to extend pathway beyond Bula FC”
From Real Kakamora to Nasinu: Paul Francis fuels another underdog run
Paul Francis has found himself at the centre of another football story few would have predicted. Two years after becoming one of the main figures in Real Kakamora’s extraordinary rise in the Solomon Islands S-League, the attacker is now helping Nasinu challenge the established order in Fiji, with the Giant Killers reaching the Battle ofContinue reading “From Real Kakamora to Nasinu: Paul Francis fuels another underdog run”
Ba tunnel controversy adds to turbulent BOG as semifinals loom
The 2026 Battle of the Giants is heading into its decisive weekend with four teams still in contention for the title, but events away from the pitch have increasingly become part of the story. Hosts Ba secured the final semifinal place with a 3-1 victory over Lautoka, only for their qualification to be followed byContinue reading “Ba tunnel controversy adds to turbulent BOG as semifinals loom”
“There should be no room for match-fixing”: Navua coach Rodicks Singh makes strong integrity statement after BOG exit
Navua head coach Rodicks Singh has made one of the strongest public statements of the 2026 Battle of the Giants after his side bowed out of the tournament, using a social media post to stress the importance of integrity and fair play following Navua’s final group-stage match against Labasa. Although Navua were already out ofContinue reading ““There should be no room for match-fixing”: Navua coach Rodicks Singh makes strong integrity statement after BOG exit”
Fiji FA plans tougher drug policy following BOG controversy
The Fiji Football Association is preparing to review its social drug policy, with tougher sanctions for offending players potentially on the way following renewed concerns surrounding drug cases in domestic football. Fiji FA chief executive Mohammed Yusuf confirmed that the association intends to conduct a full review of the existing policy before October, with proposedContinue reading “Fiji FA plans tougher drug policy following BOG controversy”
