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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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”
PNGFA still owes coach behind Kapuls’ historic OFC Nations Cup run nine years later
Almost a decade after guiding Papua New Guinea to one of the greatest achievements in the country’s football history, former Kapuls head coach Flemming Serritslev says an old chapter remains unresolved. The Danish coach, who took PNG to the final of the 2016 OFC Nations Cup, has told Oceania Football Center that he is stillContinue reading “PNGFA still owes coach behind Kapuls’ historic OFC Nations Cup run nine years later”
“If Solomon Islands call, I have to go”: David Supa on Ba title, BOG pressure and MSG return
David Supa’s first experience of Fijian football has already brought silverware, a new challenge outside the Solomon Islands and another important chapter in a season that began in the inaugural OFC Professional League. Now, with Ba fighting to keep their Battle of the Giants campaign alive, the Solomon Islands international is looking to finish hisContinue reading ““If Solomon Islands call, I have to go”: David Supa on Ba title, BOG pressure and MSG return”
“I was not playing in my right position”: John Orobulu explains Hekari struggles as goals return in Fiji
John Orobulu has quickly rediscovered his scoring touch in Fiji after a difficult spell in the inaugural OFC Professional League, with the Solomon Islands striker telling Oceania Football Center that being used away from his natural position was one of the factors behind his limited goal return with PNG Hekari. The 26-year-old has been oneContinue reading ““I was not playing in my right position”: John Orobulu explains Hekari struggles as goals return in Fiji”
‘Hekari built me’: Rex Naime targets BOG glory with Labasa and sees Pro League as pathway overseas
Papua New Guinea international Rex Naime is preparing for another major challenge in Fiji as he targets the Battle of the Giants title with Labasa, while looking back at a period of his career that has taken him from a standout OFC Champions League campaign with Hekari United to the inaugural OFC Pro League andContinue reading “‘Hekari built me’: Rex Naime targets BOG glory with Labasa and sees Pro League as pathway overseas”
Willian Medina on historic OFC Champions League run and his journey to Galaxy FC
Willian Medina has become one of the outstanding names of the 2026 OFC Champions League, with the Brazilian striker producing an extraordinary nine goals in three matches to help Galaxy FC reach the semi-finals in Fiji. Three matches have brought three hat-tricks for the 33-year-old, an unprecedented sequence in the competition and a remarkable beginningContinue reading “Willian Medina on historic OFC Champions League run and his journey to Galaxy FC”
Rising star Jimson Abana: the next ‘Big Thing’ for Henderson Eels and Solomon Islands football
Henderson Eels’ 19-year-old striker, Jimson Abana, has made a significant impact in his debut Telekom S-League match. After catching the eye during the OFC U19 Men’s Championship, where he represented the Solomon Islands, Abana has returned home with high aspirations. In the recent match at Lawson Tama Stadium, Abana scored his first goal for EelsContinue reading “Rising star Jimson Abana: the next ‘Big Thing’ for Henderson Eels and Solomon Islands football”
Solomon Islands’ Sterward Toata ready for Battle of Giants tournament with Nadroga FC
Sterward Toata, the 23-year-old forward from the Solomon Islands, has been making strides in Fiji, playing for Nadroga FC. As he and his team gear up for the prestigious Battle of Giants (BOG) tournament this coming weekend, Toata reflects on his journey and the preparations ahead. Toata, who previously played for Marist FC in theContinue reading “Solomon Islands’ Sterward Toata ready for Battle of Giants tournament with Nadroga FC”
Navua’s Jackson Wale is over the moon after Solomon Islands’ extended squad call-up
Jackson Wale, the 23-year-old forward for Navua FC in Fiji, has been called up for the extended squad of the Solomon Islands national team. This marks Wale’s first call-up to the national team, even if it’s just for a training period. Wale’s journey to this point has been marked by dedication and hard work. HeContinue reading “Navua’s Jackson Wale is over the moon after Solomon Islands’ extended squad call-up”
