Fiji are champions of the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup after defeating defending champions Vanuatu 1-0 in the men’s final at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva, completing a remarkable recovery from a difficult start to the tournament and lifting a Melanesian senior men’s title for the first time since 2000. Thomas Dunn scored the goalContinue reading “Thomas Dunn fires Fiji past Vanuatu as Bula Boys end 26-year wait for Melanesian crown”
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Vanuatu stun defending champions PNG on penalties to win first Women’s MSG Prime Minister’s Cup title
Vanuatu have produced the biggest result in their recent women’s football history, defeating defending champions Papua New Guinea on penalties to lift the 2026 Women’s MSG Prime Minister’s Cup at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. The final finished 1–1 after regulation time before Vanuatu held their nerve in the decisive shootout to take the trophy.Continue reading “Vanuatu stun defending champions PNG on penalties to win first Women’s MSG Prime Minister’s Cup title”
Vanuatu defend their Melanesian crown against hosts Fiji in MSG Prime Minister’s Cup final
Vanuatu arrived in Fiji carrying the title of Melanesian champions. On Saturday, they will have to defeat the host nation in its own stadium to take it home again. The defending champions face Fiji in the men’s MSG Prime Minister’s Cup final at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva, bringing together two teams that finished levelContinue reading “Vanuatu defend their Melanesian crown against hosts Fiji in MSG Prime Minister’s Cup final”
PNG stand one win away from another Melanesian crown as Vanuatu prepare for second chance in MSG women’s tournament final
Papua New Guinea have been the dominant force of the 2026 Women’s MSG Prime Minister’s Cup, but one final challenge remains as the defending champions prepare to face Vanuatu for the title at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva on Saturday. The final brings together the top two teams from the round-robin stage, although their routesContinue reading “PNG stand one win away from another Melanesian crown as Vanuatu prepare for second chance in MSG women’s tournament final”
Fiji join Vanuatu in MSG Prime Minister’s Cup final after decisive final day
Fiji will face defending champions Vanuatu in the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup final after a tense final round in Suva saw the Bula Boys come from behind to defeat New Caledonia 2-1, while Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea shared a 1-1 draw. The two results completed a compelling round-robin stage at HFC BankContinue reading “Fiji join Vanuatu in MSG Prime Minister’s Cup final after decisive final day”
Everything comes down to Suva as MSG Cup men’s final race reaches decisive last round
The round-robin stage of the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup reaches its conclusion on Wednesday at HFC Bank Stadium, with Vanuatu already having completed their schedule and the other four Melanesian nations entering one final day that will determine who advances to Saturday’s grand final. After four rounds that have produced dramatic comebacks, late goalsContinue reading “Everything comes down to Suva as MSG Cup men’s final race reaches decisive last round”
PNG hit five as Vanuatu secure Women’s MSG Prime Minister’s Cup final place
Papua New Guinea finished the Women’s MSG Prime Minister’s Cup round-robin stage in emphatic fashion, defeating Solomon Islands 5–1 to confirm top spot and send Vanuatu into Saturday’s final. The Bilums had already secured their place in the decider before the final round, but they left no doubt about who has been the tournament’s dominantContinue reading “PNG hit five as Vanuatu secure Women’s MSG Prime Minister’s Cup final place”
Vanuatu United secure William Tønning and retain Tony Kaltack as Chiefs continue reshaping squad
Vanuatu United have continued building their squad for the next OFC Pro League season, confirming the signing of Danish goalkeeper William Tønning while also securing the return of experienced Vanuatu forward Tony Kaltack. The two announcements represent different sides of the Chiefs’ ongoing recruitment work. Tønning arrives as a new addition after spending time onContinue reading “Vanuatu United secure William Tønning and retain Tony Kaltack as Chiefs continue reshaping squad”
Vanuatu United confirm Bong Kalo and Semici Kaltack as Chiefs continue major local rebuild
Vanuatu United have added two more Vanuatu internationals to their squad, officially confirming the signings of experienced midfielder Bong Kalo and left-back Semici Kaltack as the Chiefs continue reshaping their group ahead of the next OFC Pro League season. Kalo’s arrival had been developing for several weeks. The 29-year-old was among the group of GalaxyContinue reading “Vanuatu United confirm Bong Kalo and Semici Kaltack as Chiefs continue major local rebuild”
Vanuatu turn late pressure into 4-1 win over New Caledonia to strengthen MSG Cup title defence
Defending champions Vanuatu have placed themselves in a strong position in the race for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup final after coming from behind to defeat New Caledonia 4-1 at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. The final score suggested a comfortable victory, but the contest was far tighter for most of the afternoon. NewContinue reading “Vanuatu turn late pressure into 4-1 win over New Caledonia to strengthen MSG Cup title defence”
