The traditional Independence Cup had kicked-off in Vanuatu’s capital with important matches in the starting matchweek of the competition. Four matches were going to take place in Port Vila Municipal Stadium, but the contest between Mauwia and Yatel were postponed to a date that is still to be determinated. In the Friday, the powerhouse GalaxyContinue reading “Galaxy and Tafea win as PVFA Independence Cup starts in Port Vila”
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Vanuatu: Lucien Hinge joins Yatel FC
Lucien Hinge is the newest player of Yatel FC from Vanuatu. The 28-year-old defender joined the team and he is already eligible to play. His first appearance with Yatel must be today against Mauwia at Korman Stadium in the first matchweek of 2020 PVFA Independence Cup. Hinge was playing for Tafea FC before joining hisContinue reading “Vanuatu: Lucien Hinge joins Yatel FC”
Vanuatu: PVFA Independence Cup begins today
After facing some problems with Tropical Cyclone Harold and COVID-19 pandemics, the wait for official football is over in Vanuatu after some months. The PVFA Premier League Independence Cup is set to begin today when Galaxy FC and Sia-Raga will face each other at Port Vila Stadium. Two other “Independence Cups” will also take placeContinue reading “Vanuatu: PVFA Independence Cup begins today”
Luganville: first football match after COVID-19 and TC Harold
Vanuatu was a special case during the COVID-19 pandemic – the country was hit by Harold, a tropical cyclone, during the lockdown forced by COVID-19. Football and all other activities were stopped due the pandemic, but also suffered a major blow from the natural disaster. Luganville’s football venues were heavily affected – the second mostContinue reading “Luganville: first football match after COVID-19 and TC Harold”
Brian Kaltak plays major role in Central United’s win over North Shore United
The Vanuatu National Team captain Brian Kaltak continues to impress in New Zealand as he played the entire match in a hard fought 2-1 win over his Lotto NRFL Premier League side Central United over the current title holders of the league North Shore United. Central comes strong to the season with the likes ofContinue reading “Brian Kaltak plays major role in Central United’s win over North Shore United”
Alex Saniel confirmed at Lautoka for the remaining of Vodafone Premier League season
Good news for Lautoka fans! After losing team captain’s Poasa Bainivalu who left the team to play in New Zealand and Shazil Ali due to a broken leg, it was confirmed that Vanuatu international Alex Saniel will remain in the team until the end of the current season. According to reliable sources, two teams fromContinue reading “Alex Saniel confirmed at Lautoka for the remaining of Vodafone Premier League season”
Vanuatu: PVFA Independence Cup draw is released
Football is very close to resume officially in Vanuatu as 2020 PVFA Independence Cup is set to kick-off in the first week of July at Port Vila Stadium. The eight teams from 2019-20 Port Vila Premier League were split in two groups of four teams each and you can check the complete draw by clickingContinue reading “Vanuatu: PVFA Independence Cup draw is released”
Seasonal working: a tough reality for football players from Vanuatu
Oceania is diverse – many cultures, languages and traditions are shaped by the environment of the 14 members and associate members of the Oceania Football Confederation. Football is a passion throughout the region, even if it is not as successful as the American and European countries are. Vanuatu is one of the most football-loving nationsContinue reading “Seasonal working: a tough reality for football players from Vanuatu”
Malampa Revivors’ stars prepare for OFC Champions League in Port Vila
Malampa Reviovors made history recently in Luganville where they hosted the Group B of the 2020 OFC Champions League; the current Ni-Vanuatu national champions qualified for the first time ever for the knock-out stage of the regional tournament as they topped the group beating Lae City from Papua New Guinea and having draws in theContinue reading “Malampa Revivors’ stars prepare for OFC Champions League in Port Vila”
Vanuatu: Galaxy and Ifira BB draw in friendly match
Another two friendly matches took place at Port Vila Stadium this Saturday as part of teams’ preparation for 2019-20 Port Vila Premier League resumption. In the opening match Tupuji Imere faced Erakor Golden Star and won by 3-1. The second match of the day was the most exciting one – living up to fans’ expectations.Continue reading “Vanuatu: Galaxy and Ifira BB draw in friendly match”
