Plans to expand the Papua New Guinea National Soccer League to a two-tier competition were confirmed by the Papua New Guinea Football Association (PNGFA) this week, with the potential for a record-breaking 32 teams taking part across two divisions. PNGFA President John Kapi Natto had dropped hints immediately following the conclusion of the 2019 seasonContinue reading “PNG National Soccer League Plans Two-Tier Expansion”
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Navua looks for sponsorship
After lifting the Inter-District Championship trophy this weekend, Navua is looking ahead making plans for 2020 season after a unforgettable 2019. Navua was promoted to 2020 Vodafone Premier League after being champions of 2019 Vodafone Senior League with an incredible campaign winning all their 16 matches. Taking Inter-District Championship into consideration, they won 21 ofContinue reading “Navua looks for sponsorship”
Henderson Eels remains 100% in S-League
The sixth round of 2019 S-League was played this weekend in Lawson Tama Stadium, Honiara. Four matches were played and 15 goals were scored. Solomon Warriors didn’t play because they were on a bye this round. Let’s check what happened on each match! Henderson Eels 2-0 Real Kakamora After a 0-0 first half Hudson FelaniContinue reading “Henderson Eels remains 100% in S-League”
Two thrilling matches between Kurukuru and Futsalroos
Solomon Islands National Futsal Team faced higher ranked Australia twice this weekend in two breathtaking matches played in Sydney and Canberra. Kurukuru lost both games but really impressed people by pushing Futsalroos to their limit. In the first match, Kurukuru ended the first half leading by 2-1 with a fantastic performance but the hosts tookContinue reading “Two thrilling matches between Kurukuru and Futsalroos”
Wellington Phoenix fails at Season Home Opener
The Wellington Phoenix could not secure a positive result at their first match in the 2019/20 A-League season after a 1-0 defeat against the newcomers Western United FC. The New Zealand based club had chances to draw or even win the match but could not find the nets of their former goalkeeper Filip Kurto. UfukContinue reading “Wellington Phoenix fails at Season Home Opener”
Dennis Ifunaoa sends Labasa to IDC Glory
The so waited grand final match of the Inter-District Championship was a real battle between Suva and Labasa. After a hard win against Ba in the semifinals, the Capital Boys promised a huge fight against Labasa, the current Battle of Giantes champions that smashed Nadi with a 5-0 win in their semifinal match. A lotContinue reading “Dennis Ifunaoa sends Labasa to IDC Glory”
Navua wins IDC Senior Division
Navua has done it again! The 2019 Fiji Senior League winners complete the double and win the Inter-District Championship 2019 – Senior Division. Navua made a fantastic season and will play next year Vodafone Fiji Premier League and also the Fijian Cups as a first-tier team. They have beaten by 1-0 Nadroga in the grandContinue reading “Navua wins IDC Senior Division”
Wellington Phoenix starts A-League campaign against Western United
The unique full professional football team of Oceania starts their run at A-League – Australian football top tier – 2019/20 season against the newcomers Western United playing at home ground in Wellington. The Phoenix will be facing a very harsh challenge to receive back their former coach Mark Rudan after his polemical departure at theContinue reading “Wellington Phoenix starts A-League campaign against Western United”
Keana’s dream: is it over or just postponed?
The dream of playing a FIFA World Cup is over for Maxwell Keana. He was ruled out of U17 squad just two weeks before Solomon Islands’ debut in the World Cup that’s going to be held in Brazil. The 17 years old midfielder failed to a medical test which the whole squad underwent in aContinue reading “Keana’s dream: is it over or just postponed?”
Suva overcomes Ba to play IDC final for second straight year
Suva won Ba by 1-0 in 2019 Inter-District Championship in a thrilling semifinal. Christopher Wasasala scored a late goal in the 88th minute to take Suva to IDC final for second straight year to face Labasa. After losing 2018 final for Lautoka, Suva comes back to final ready to lift this trophy for the 14thContinue reading “Suva overcomes Ba to play IDC final for second straight year”
