Vanuatu’s government has awarded financial incentives to members of its men’s and women’s national football teams following their successful campaigns at the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji. Each player from the women’s championship-winning squad received VT200,000, while members of the men’s team were awarded VT150,000 each in recognition of their runners-up finish. TheContinue reading “Vanuatu rewards women’s MSG Cup champions with VT200,000 each as men’s team also recognised”
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Brian Kaltak nearing training return after missing Perth Glory’s opening A-League matches
Vanuatu international defender Brian Kaltak could soon return to training with Perth Glory after missing the opening three matches of the 2026/27 A-League Men season due to a knee injury. The 32-year-old centre-back has been unavailable since the beginning of the campaign, but the latest update from head coach Adam Griffiths suggests that his recoveryContinue reading “Brian Kaltak nearing training return after missing Perth Glory’s opening A-League matches”
“A no-brainer”: William Tønning explains why he chose Vanuatu United over staying in New Zealand
Danish goalkeeper William Tønning has revealed that the warmth of the people of Vanuatu played a decisive role in his decision to join Vanuatu United for the 2027 OFC Professional League season. Speaking exclusively to Oceania Football Center, the 27-year-old reflected on his experience in Port Vila, his emotional departure from Napier City Rovers andContinue reading ““A no-brainer”: William Tønning explains why he chose Vanuatu United over staying in New Zealand”
Galaxy FC defeat Ifira Black Bird to win PVFA Super League Opening Cup in Vanuatu
Galaxy FC have claimed the first trophy of the 2026/27 football season in Vanuatu after defeating Ifira Black Bird FC 1-0 in the Port Vila Football Association (PVFA) Super League Opening Cup final on Saturday, 31 October, at Port Vila Stadium. The victory gives the reigning Super League champions another domestic honour as they prepareContinue reading “Galaxy FC defeat Ifira Black Bird to win PVFA Super League Opening Cup in Vanuatu”
From Wrexham winner to Vanuatu: Luke Flowerdew joins the Chiefs for OFC Pro League 2027
Vanuatu United FC have strengthened their attacking options ahead of the 2027 OFC Professional League season with the signing of New Zealand striker Luke Flowerdew. The 20-year-old forward, who developed through the Wellington Phoenix academy, arrives with experience in New Zealand’s domestic competitions and a memorable goal against English club Wrexham AFC. Flowerdew attracted considerableContinue reading “From Wrexham winner to Vanuatu: Luke Flowerdew joins the Chiefs for OFC Pro League 2027”
Vanuatu beach soccer team pays emotional tribute to late Tahiti international Eddy Kaspard
Vanuatu’s national beach soccer team paid a touching tribute to the late Tahiti international Eddy Kaspard during their visit to French Polynesia for the 2026 OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup, visiting his family in Papara to honour a footballer whose life connected both Pacific nations. The visit was confirmed by the Oceania Football Confederation,Continue reading “Vanuatu beach soccer team pays emotional tribute to late Tahiti international Eddy Kaspard”
Tafea face Galaxy as PVFA Opening Cup semifinals promise exciting clashes in Port Vila
The 2026/27 Port Vila Football Association Super League Opening Cup reaches its semifinal stage on Saturday, 24 October, with Tafea FC facing reigning league champions Galaxy FC and Ifira Black Bird FC meeting North Efate United FC at Port Vila Stadium. All four clubs advanced from the group stage unbeaten, each collecting four points fromContinue reading “Tafea face Galaxy as PVFA Opening Cup semifinals promise exciting clashes in Port Vila”
Football returns to Port Vila as PVFA Opening Cup launches 2026/27 season in Vanuatu
Domestic football has returned to Port Vila with the start of the 2026/27 PVFA Opening Cup, bringing clubs from Vanuatu’s capital back into competitive action ahead of the new league season. The tournament, organised by the Port Vila Football Association, features teams from different divisions and serves as preparation for the regular championship, which isContinue reading “Football returns to Port Vila as PVFA Opening Cup launches 2026/27 season in Vanuatu”
Hassan Ramazani reflects on Australia Cup triumph and sees brighter future for Vanuatu football
Australian defender Hassan Ramazani has described winning the Australia Cup with South Melbourne FC as a dream come true, while expressing his determination to return to Vanuatu United and help the club challenge for the OFC Pro League title in 2027. Speaking exclusively to Oceania Football Center, the 25-year-old reflected on a remarkable year thatContinue reading “Hassan Ramazani reflects on Australia Cup triumph and sees brighter future for Vanuatu football”
Supa, Orobulu and Alick leave Pacific Island mark on Ba’s historic IDC triumph
Solomon Islands duo David Supa and John Orobulu, alongside Vanuatu international John Alick, played important roles in Ba FC’s successful 2026 Inter-District Championship (IDC) campaign, helping the Men in Black defeat Navua 2-0 in Sunday’s grand final at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. Their contributions were part of a historic season for the Fijian club,Continue reading “Supa, Orobulu and Alick leave Pacific Island mark on Ba’s historic IDC triumph”
