The anticipation is building as the semifinals of the OFC U19 Men’s Championship approach, with New Caledonia set to face Solomon Islands and New Zealand preparing to clash with Fiji. These critical matches not only determine the finalists of the tournament but also secure spots in the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile forContinue reading “Semifinals set for OFC U19 Championship: High stakes and dreams of World Cup qualification”
Category Archives: New Caledonia
New Zealand proceeds to knockout stage as New Caledonia beats Papua New Guinea with late drama at OFC U-19 Men’s Championship – Group B
New Caledonia grabbed their first win in the tournament while New Zealand secured a commanding 5-0 victory over Samoa to proceed to the knockout stage on the second matchday of Group B at the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship in Apia, Samoa. New Caledonia bounced back with a crucial victory against Papua New Guinea in aContinue reading “New Zealand proceeds to knockout stage as New Caledonia beats Papua New Guinea with late drama at OFC U-19 Men’s Championship – Group B”
New Zealand and Samoa dominate in Group B openers at OFC U-19 Men’s Championship
The OFC U-19 Men’s Championship continued in Apia, Samoa, with defending champions New Zealand and hosts Samoa securing impressive victories in their Group B debut matches. New Zealand showcased their dominance with a 3-0 win over New Caledonia, while Samoa celebrated a famous 3-1 triumph against Papua New Guinea. In the first match of theContinue reading “New Zealand and Samoa dominate in Group B openers at OFC U-19 Men’s Championship”
Former Cagous and Hienghène Sport defender Pothin Poma makes his debut for Tahiti national team
Pothin Poma, 26-year-old, has emerged as a formidable defender for the Tahitian club AS Dragon and the Tahiti national team. Poma’s football journey is a tale of dedication, talent, and a significant national allegiance switch that has shaped his career. Poma began his footballing career in New Caledonia, representing the nation at both youth andContinue reading “Former Cagous and Hienghène Sport defender Pothin Poma makes his debut for Tahiti national team”
The Cagous are out: current Pacific Games gold medallists withdraw from OFC Nations Cup participation
The anticipated OFC Nations Cup will not count on the participation of the 2012 edition runners-up New Caledonia after the local federation announced in a media statement the Cagous will not be travelling to Vanuatu to take part in the regional competition. The current Pacific Games gold medallists are posed with definitive real difficulties andContinue reading “The Cagous are out: current Pacific Games gold medallists withdraw from OFC Nations Cup participation”
O-League: Auckland City’s teen sensation Stipe Ukich secures semifinal victory over AS Magenta
In a gripping semifinal clash at Stade Pater, reigning OFC Champions League titleholders Auckland City FC edged out New Caledonian champions AS Magenta with a narrow 1-0 victory. The match’s sole goal came from 17-year-old sensation Stipe Ukich in the second half, ensuring Auckland City’s quest for a record-extending 12th title remains alive. The NewContinue reading “O-League: Auckland City’s teen sensation Stipe Ukich secures semifinal victory over AS Magenta”
It’s do-or-die: OFC Champions League semifinals set for exciting showdown
The 2024 edition of the most important club football tournament of Oceania is set for its decisive moments; today (22th May) the fans will get to know which sides will play the grand final in the upcoming Friday (24th May) at Stade Pater in Papeete, Tahiti. In the last season teams from New Zealand, Tahiti,Continue reading “It’s do-or-die: OFC Champions League semifinals set for exciting showdown”
Ifira Black Bird falls to AS Magenta; New Caledonians celebrate semifinal spot at OFC Champions League
AS Magenta scored in the dying seconds to beat Ifira Black Bird FC 2-1 in the final group stage match at the OFC Men’s Champions League 2024, a result that sees the New Caledonia side clinch a semi-final place. The Vanuatu side, who have dealt with their travel issues admirably, knew victory was the onlyContinue reading “Ifira Black Bird falls to AS Magenta; New Caledonians celebrate semifinal spot at OFC Champions League”
OFC Champions League: Jean Claude Jewine to lead by example as AS Magenta against decisive clash against Ifira Black Bird
🇫🇷 Français AS Magenta will do its best to return to a grand final of the OFC Champions League; the most decorated football club from New Caledonia already ended up as runners-up of the tournament twice (losing to Sydney FC from Australia in 2005 and for their compatriots of Hienghène Sport in 2019). The teamContinue reading “OFC Champions League: Jean Claude Jewine to lead by example as AS Magenta against decisive clash against Ifira Black Bird”
AS Pirae and AS Magenta battle ends in stalemate
🇫🇷 Français AS Pirae have cemented their place in the semi-finals of the OFC Men’s Champions League 2024 following a hard-fought goalless draw against New Caledonia’s AS Magenta at Stade Pater. The host nation side went into the match knowing that a single point would suffice to ensure their progression, having already secured victories inContinue reading “AS Pirae and AS Magenta battle ends in stalemate”
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