The Solomon Islands national futsal team, also known as the Kurukuru, emerged victorious in the recently held Melanesian Futsal Cup in Suva, Fiji. The Kurukuru dominated the tournament, winning all their matches and finishing at the top of the table in the group stage. In the grand final, Solomon Islands faced off against Vanuatu, whoContinue reading “Solomon Islands’ Kurukuru are champions of Melanesian Futsal Cup”
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Recovered: Solomon Islands’ star Micah Lea’alafa showcases his class in Australia
Micah Lea’alafa, the Solomon Islands national team player, has made a successful return to FK Beograd after an injury that sidelined him for a while. The 31-year-old forward has already played two matches for the team in the NPL South Australia, both of them as a starter. Lea’alafa showed his class and skills in hisContinue reading “Recovered: Solomon Islands’ star Micah Lea’alafa showcases his class in Australia”
Raphael Lea’i has his first assist in European football as he puts another good performance
Solomon Islands international, Raphael Lea’i, showcased his impressive skills for FK Velež Mostar in their recent match against FK Tuzla City in the m:tel Premier League. Despite coming off the bench at the 61st minute of play, the 19-year-old striker made an immediate impact and helped his side take the lead with a well-placed assistContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i has his first assist in European football as he puts another good performance”
Solomon Islands’ head coach Vega-Arango gives strong statement: “No tolerance with addictions”
Unfortunately, it is still common in Oceania to come accross cases of football players involved in polemics around addictions; such as alcohol, drugs and different types of hallucinogen substances. Felipe Vega-Arango, the Spanish head coach of Solomon Islands national team, gave a strong statement to local media about the culture of acceptance that is underContinue reading “Solomon Islands’ head coach Vega-Arango gives strong statement: “No tolerance with addictions””
Solomon Warriors set to sign in-form striker Milton Taolo
Recently, Oceania Football Center confirmed new signings for the current Telekom S-League champions Solomon Warriors: Jaygray Sipakana, Don Keana and Alwin Hou. The traditional football team that is set to represent Solomon Islands in the upcoming OFC Champions League also is close to sign another player for their frontline: Milton Taolo, coming from Isabel United.Continue reading “Solomon Warriors set to sign in-form striker Milton Taolo”
Raphael Lea’i comes from the bench as Velež Mostar collects another win in national league
Raphael Lea’i, the man of the moment of Solomon Islands, made his return to action on Saturday, 8th April, for FK Velež Mostar in the m:tel Premier League of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The 19-year-old striker came off the bench in the 82nd minute of play in the match against FK Leotar. Lea’i’s return to actionContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i comes from the bench as Velež Mostar collects another win in national league”
Henderson Eels announce key additions for the upcoming Telekom S-League season
Henderson Eels of Solomon Islands have made some exciting new signings for the upcoming season of the Telekom S-League, which is sure to make them a formidable team to watch out for. The club has confirmed that Waneagu United duo Paul Francis, winger of 18 years old and the 22-year-old striker Bobby Leslie, will beContinue reading “Henderson Eels announce key additions for the upcoming Telekom S-League season”
Raphael Lea’i displays very good performance in his second match for Velež Mostar
The Solomon Islands striker Raphael Lea’i made a real impact for Velež Mostar in his second professional match – also his second for the Bosnia and Herzegovina’s traditional club. Lea’i was introduced in the second half of the match against FK Sloga, coming in at the 65th minute of play. Just one minute later, theContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i displays very good performance in his second match for Velež Mostar”
Solomon Islands set friendly match against Malaysia this June
The Solomon Islands national team is set to take on Malaysia in a friendly match this June during the next FIFA window for Friendly Matches. This match is expected to be a tough challenge for the Solomon Islands, who are looking to build on their recent success in the Tri-Nations friendly tournament held in Lautoka,Continue reading “Solomon Islands set friendly match against Malaysia this June”
Raphael Lea’i speaks about his first professional experience and his expectations in European football
Since turning into the first ever Solomon Islands’ player to sign a full-pro contract in Europe, Raphael Lea’i has made the headlines of many media outlets not only in his country but also around the world. But since then, the 19-year-old has not spoken to media regarding his new adventure since leaving Henderson Eels forContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i speaks about his first professional experience and his expectations in European football”
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