New Zealand starts U-20 World Cup preparation with a loss to Guatemala

The New Zealand U-20 side suffered a disappointing defeat against the Guatemala U-20 side in an invitational tournament in Jakarta, Indonesia. The match was an important preparation for the U-20 World Cup, which is also being held in Indonesia later this year. The loss against Guatemala followed a defeat suffered by another Oceania Football ConfederationContinue reading “New Zealand starts U-20 World Cup preparation with a loss to Guatemala”

Fiji U-20 side suffers heavy loss to Indonesia as three players are sent-off

In their first match of the invitational tournament in Jakarta, the Fiji U-20 side suffered a heavy defeat against Indonesia U-20. Despite managing to keep the scoreline at 1-0 in the first half, thanks to a goal scored by Arkham at the 35th minute, Fiji was totally dominated by the local team. In the secondContinue reading “Fiji U-20 side suffers heavy loss to Indonesia as three players are sent-off”

Tahiti: AS Pirae beats AS Dragon in the first leg of the OFC Champions League national play-off

🇫🇷 Français AS Dragon and AS Pirae took the field yesterday – 18th February – at the Stade Pater for the first game of the OFC Champions League national qualifier in Tahiti. Dragon was undefeated this season and had finished the first half of the Tahitian Ligue 1 with a 100% record. In their lastContinue reading “Tahiti: AS Pirae beats AS Dragon in the first leg of the OFC Champions League national play-off”

Chris Wood scores against Manchester City; his first as Forest player

Chris Wood scored his first goal for Nottingham Forest in the English Premier League – a key moment for the New Zealand international that received some critics from his past performances from the local fans. The game against the reigning English champions Manchester City was a tough one, but Wood was determined to make anContinue reading “Chris Wood scores against Manchester City; his first as Forest player”

Raphael Lea’i still unavailable for FK VeleĹľ Mostar’s competitive debut in 2023

Raphael Lea’i, the star player from the Solomon Islands, has yet to make his debut for his new team, VeleĹľ Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. According to a team staff member, Adnan Dizdarević, Lea’i is still not fully registered to play in the Bosnia Cup match against HSK Posušje, which is scheduled to be playedContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i still unavailable for FK VeleĹľ Mostar’s competitive debut in 2023”

New Caledonia: Tiga Sport proceeds to OFC Champions League group stage for the first time

🇫🇷 Français Tiga Sport secured an impressive 2-0 win over former OFC Champions League winners Hienghène Sport at Stade Numa Daly in NoumĂ©a. This victory was all the more remarkable as it allowed Tiga Sport to progress to the OFC Champions League group stage tournament for the first time in their history. The game startedContinue reading “New Caledonia: Tiga Sport proceeds to OFC Champions League group stage for the first time”

Revenge is complete: Hekari United eliminates Lae City FC and takes OFC Champions League spot

Hekari United pulled off a stunning victory over more experienced opponents Lae City in the Papua New Guinea capital of Port Moresby, securing their spot in the OFC Champions League group stage. At Sir John Guise Stadium, the young squad of Hekari put on an impressive display, winning 2-0 thanks to goals from midfielder YagiContinue reading “Revenge is complete: Hekari United eliminates Lae City FC and takes OFC Champions League spot”

O-League: Michael Tumua Leo’s show highlights strong performance as Lupe o le Soaga hammers Ilaoa & To’omata

Lupe o le Soaga from Samoa put on a stunning performance in their first match of the OFC Champions League qualifying stage, defeating Ilaoa & To’omata from American Samoa by 13-0. The team, coached by Paul Ualesi, were dominant from start to finish, with 20-year-old Michael Tumua Leo putting in a standout performance. Leo wasContinue reading “O-League: Michael Tumua Leo’s show highlights strong performance as Lupe o le Soaga hammers Ilaoa & To’omata”

OFC Champions League: Tupapa Maraerenga beats Veitongo in competition opener

In the opening game of the OFC Champions League qualifying stage, Veitongo FC from Tonga faced Tupapa Maraerenga from the Cook Islands. The match took place at the Apia, Samoa, and it was an intense encounter between the two teams. However, it was Tupapa Maraerenga who came out on top with a 1-0 victory. TheContinue reading “OFC Champions League: Tupapa Maraerenga beats Veitongo in competition opener”

New postponement: Digicel Fiji Premier League 2023 start is delayed

The Fijian Premier League – Digicel Premier League (DPL) for sponsorship reasons – is the top-tier football league in Fiji. It is organized by the Fiji Football Association and features the best clubs from across the country. Unfortunately, the league’s start has been delayed due to adverse weather conditions. Heavy rains have been hitting Fiji,Continue reading “New postponement: Digicel Fiji Premier League 2023 start is delayed”