Tuvalu international Jason Alama is hoping to turn his two-week training opportunity with Dutch club VVV-Venlo into a professional contract, as the 23-year-old defender looks to take the next step in his football career after several seasons in New Zealand. Alama was scheduled to arrive in the Netherlands on October 29 to begin his spellContinue reading “Jason Alama targets professional contract at VVV-Venlo as Tuvalu international embraces Dutch opportunity”
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Maikah Dau sets sights on overseas career after Fiji’s MSG Cup triumph and breakthrough OFC Pro League season
At just 17 years old, Maikah Dau has already experienced several important milestones in his football career. From captaining Fiji at the FIFA U-17 World Cup to making his professional debut with Bula FC and scoring twice for the senior national team during the country’s victorious MSG Prime Minister’s Cup campaign, the Nasinu youngster hasContinue reading “Maikah Dau sets sights on overseas career after Fiji’s MSG Cup triumph and breakthrough OFC Pro League season”
Moffat Konofilia backs young GHUPO squad for S-League title challenge despite rebuilding difficulties
GHUPO FC head coach Moffat Konofilia believes his young squad can compete for the SIFF S-League title despite losing several experienced players, while expressing concerns about refereeing standards and the challenges faced by his emerging talents in the Solomon Islands’ top division. In an exclusive interview with Oceania Football Center, Konofilia discussed his first seasonContinue reading “Moffat Konofilia backs young GHUPO squad for S-League title challenge despite rebuilding difficulties”
From primary school to the Golden Ball: Nabetari Itiata reflects on Kiribati’s historic IDC triumph
At just 21 years old, Nabetari Itiata Ioera has become one of the leading figures in Kiribati’s historic triumph at the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship in Fiji. The forward scored four goals during the competition, including twice in the 6-1 victory over Seaqaqa in the Premier Division final, and received the Golden Ball as theContinue reading “From primary school to the Golden Ball: Nabetari Itiata reflects on Kiribati’s historic IDC triumph”
Jayroll Patty targets Solomon Kings starting role after breakthrough year with Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands youngster Jayroll Patty Eremae is determined to earn a place in the Solomon Kings FC starting lineup for the 2027 OFC Pro League season, following a year that has seen him captain his country at youth level and score his first senior international goal. Speaking exclusively to Oceania Football Center, the 19-year-old midfielderContinue reading “Jayroll Patty targets Solomon Kings starting role after breakthrough year with Solomon Islands”
“Get the f*** out of Ba FC”: goalkeeper exposes abuse from his own supporters
Ba FC goalkeeper Misiwani “Misi” Nairube has spoken openly about the personal abuse he received from supporters during the 2026 Inter-District Championship (IDC), revealing that some fans sent him offensive messages following the team’s 2-2 draw against Navua in the group stage. Speaking directly to Oceania Football Center, the experienced Fijian international questioned the treatmentContinue reading ““Get the f*** out of Ba FC”: goalkeeper exposes abuse from his own supporters”
Hassan Ramazani reflects on Australia Cup triumph and sees brighter future for Vanuatu football
Australian defender Hassan Ramazani has described winning the Australia Cup with South Melbourne FC as a dream come true, while expressing his determination to return to Vanuatu United and help the club challenge for the OFC Pro League title in 2027. Speaking exclusively to Oceania Football Center, the 25-year-old reflected on a remarkable year thatContinue reading “Hassan Ramazani reflects on Australia Cup triumph and sees brighter future for Vanuatu football”
“With them, we felt strong”: Kiribati captain’s heartfelt tribute to the nation following historic IDC triumph
Kiribati national team captain Teweia Butibara has sent a heartfelt message to his country following Te Itei’s historic triumph at the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship in Fiji. After leading his side to the Premier Division title with a commanding 6-1 victory over Seaqaqa, the 27-year-old expressed his gratitude to the supporters, coaches and teammates whoContinue reading ““With them, we felt strong”: Kiribati captain’s heartfelt tribute to the nation following historic IDC triumph”
No warm-up, no fear: Jovilisi Borisi reflects on his penalty heroics as Navua prepare for Ba final
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”
“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”
