Just days after completing one of the most successful seasons in Fijian football history, Ravinesh Kumar’s departure from Ba FC has developed into a major controversy. A three-page termination letter attributed to the Ba Football Association, dated 20 October 2026 and circulated on social media, outlines seven alleged breaches of conduct against the championship-winning coach,Continue reading “From four titles to dismissal: Ba FA letter reveals serious allegations against Ravinesh Kumar”
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Bula FC sign Australian-New Zealand defender Michael Boffey for 2027 OFC Pro League
Bula FC have announced the signing of Australian-New Zealand defender Michael Boffey for the 2027 OFC Professional League season, bringing in a player with experience across three countries as the Fijian franchise strengthens its squad ahead of its second campaign in Oceania’s professional competition. The 23-year-old centre-back arrives from Bentleigh Greens SC, where he spentContinue reading “Bula FC sign Australian-New Zealand defender Michael Boffey for 2027 OFC Pro League”
GHUPO head coach Moffat Konofilia sentenced to seven months in prison over 2021 Honiara unrest
GHUPO FC head coach and former Solomon Islands international Moffat Joel Konofilia has been sentenced to seven months in prison after being convicted of unlawful assembly in connection with the November 2021 civil unrest in Honiara, bringing fresh uncertainty to his involvement in the Telekom S-League. The sentence was delivered by the Honiara Magistrates’ CourtContinue reading “GHUPO head coach Moffat Konofilia sentenced to seven months in prison over 2021 Honiara unrest”
Paul Francis captains Eastern Frigates to Guadalcanal title as Terison Weni seals victory over East Central
Eastern Frigates FC have been crowned champions of the 2026 Guadalcanal Football Championship after defeating defending champions East Central FC 2-0 in the grand final at Lawson Tama Stadium in Honiara on Monday, 19 October, completing a remarkable turnaround after losing to the same opponents earlier in the competition. The victory was particularly significant forContinue reading “Paul Francis captains Eastern Frigates to Guadalcanal title as Terison Weni seals victory over East Central”
Central Coast survive Laugu thriller as Green Shield extend S-League lead with another victory
The battle for the 2026 Solomon Islands S-League title intensified on Wednesday, 21 October, as defending champions Central Coast FC produced a dramatic comeback to defeat Laugu United 4-3, while league leaders Green Shield maintained their advantage with a 3-0 victory over Ghupo FC. Both teams collected three important points in contrasting circumstances, with CentralContinue reading “Central Coast survive Laugu thriller as Green Shield extend S-League lead with another victory”
Tahiti chase fourth consecutive title as five nations prepare for OFC Beach Soccer Nations Cup
Tahiti will attempt to extend their dominance of Oceania beach soccer when the 2026 OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup begins on Thursday, 22 October, at Aorai Tini Hau in Pirae, with five Pacific nations competing for the regional title and qualification for the 2027 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup. The Tiki Toa enter theContinue reading “Tahiti chase fourth consecutive title as five nations prepare for OFC Beach Soccer Nations Cup”
Samoa’s historic 17-0 defeat to United States exposes gulf in women’s football — but World Cup experience remains vital
Samoa suffered the heaviest defeat in FIFA World Cup history on Monday, 19 October, losing 17-0 to the United States in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. The extraordinary scoreline highlighted the enormous gap that still separates some of Oceania’s developing football nations from the world’s established powers,Continue reading “Samoa’s historic 17-0 defeat to United States exposes gulf in women’s football — but World Cup experience remains vital”
Bula FC retain Fiji internationals Thomas Dunn and Ryan Naresh for 2027 OFC Pro League
Bula FC have confirmed the return of Fiji internationals Thomas Dunn and Ryan Naresh for the 2027 OFC Professional League season, securing two members of their inaugural squad who enjoyed considerable success on the domestic and international stage during 2026. Both players helped Bula FC finish third in the regular season and qualify for theContinue reading “Bula FC retain Fiji internationals Thomas Dunn and Ryan Naresh for 2027 OFC Pro League”
New Zealand fall 4-0 to Morocco in difficult start to FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
New Zealand suffered a 4-0 defeat to hosts Morocco in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup on Saturday, 17 October, conceding four second-half goals after holding the North African side scoreless during the opening 45 minutes. Playing at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Salé, the Young Football Ferns facedContinue reading “New Zealand fall 4-0 to Morocco in difficult start to FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup”
Kaïlé Auvray extends Bula FC stay for 2027 OFC Professional League season
Bula FC have confirmed that Trinidad and Tobago international Kaïlé Auvray will remain with the Fijian club for the 2027 OFC Professional League season, securing the services of one of their most promising attacking players for a second consecutive campaign. The 22-year-old winger was an important member of the Bula Warriors during the inaugural editionContinue reading “Kaïlé Auvray extends Bula FC stay for 2027 OFC Professional League season”
