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Kossa and Laugu United share the spoils in Telekom S-League

Laugu United faced Kossa at Lawson Tama Stadium in the tenth matchweek of Telekom S-League – the national football league from the Solomon Islands – thinking about the possibility of getting closer to league leaders Henderson Eels.

Local star Gagame Feni opened the scoreboard for Laugu in the 30th minute after a nice pass by Augustine Samani. Kossa’s forward Ian Paia equalized in the second half by pushing the ball into the net after a cross from the left wing.

Kossa and Laugu shared the spoils in the tenth matchweek of Telekom S-League – *Telekom S-League Media*

Things got worse for Kossa in the 85th minute when Lency Ruania saw the red card after fouling Atkin Kaua. Laugu’s head coach Paul Kakai took advantage of the situation: Jared Rongosulia left the pitch and Coleman Makau came from the bench for the final minutes of the contest.

Laugu put a lot of pressure on 10-men Kossa but they did not manage to find the net. At the final whistle, the score was an 1-1 draw that prevented Laugu from getting closer to league leaders Henderson Eels. You can check the current Telekom S-League standings, results and top scorers by clicking here.

Late goal denies Malaita Kingz a point against Isabel United in Telekom S-League

Malaita Kingz and Isabel United clashed in the tenth matchweek of Telekom S-League – the national football league from the Solomon Islands – at Lawson Tama Stadium in Honiara. This game was almost special for Kingz, as they were just a few moments away from getting their first points of the season.

Edward Huniuehu opened the scoreboard for Isabel United in the fifteenth minute while youngster Bradley Irosaea equalized from the penalty spot as the match was drawn at the halftime. Both teams worked hard to find the net but the scoreboard did not change until the 94th minute when Thomas Amasia scored a penalty kick to put Isabel United ahead.

Isabel United and Malaita Kingz clashed at Lawson Tama Stadium in Honiara – *Telekom S-League Media*

Isabel United reached the sixth position in the table with thirteen points in nine matches while Malaita Kignz remain on bottom of the table with no points. You can check the current Telekom S-League standings, results and top scorers by clicking here.

Tahiti: AS Vénus and AS Pirae have a powerful start at 2020-21 Ligue 1 VINI

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The 2020-21 Ligue 1 VINI has kicked-off in Tahiti and two teams had a powerful start at 2020-21 Ligue 1 VINI: AS Pirae and AS Vénus. Both sides have smashed their opponents in the first matchweek of the season in the French territory.

AS Vénus debuted in the season against AS Arue at Stade Mahina. Tauhiti Keck and Mauarii Tehina scored two goals each while Teaonui Tehau scored from the penalty spot to seal the 5-0 win. Meanwhile, current league champions AS Pirae thrashed AS Mataiea by 7-2 at Stade Pater. Gervais Chan Kat, Roonui Tinirauarii and Sandro Tau scored two goals each while Benoit Mathon scored the remaining goal.

AS Pirae (orange kit) have beaten AS Mataiea by 7-2 – *FTF Media*

The opening match of the season was contested on Friday and AS Central Sport defeated AS Tefana by 1-0. You can check more details about 2020-21 Ligue 1 VINI season by clicking here.

Qalica shines as Nadroga clinches Senior Division’s IDC title in Fiji

Bua and Nadroga clashed at ANZ Stadium in Suva to decide which team would lift the trophy of 2020 Senior Division’s Inter-District Championship. After facing some problems in the first minutes, Nadroga got back on track to beat their opponents by 3-0.

Bua started the match putting lots of pressure on Nadroga’s defense but they did not manage to score while Leisari Qalica opening the scoreboard for Nadroga with a shot from outside the box in the 27th minute. Things got worse for Bua as goalkeeper Ritesh Chand got injured. He was replaced by Sumit Chand in the 33rd minute.

Nadroga extended their lead in the beginning of the second half when Osea Vakatalesau scored from the penalty spot. Fifteen minutes later, Qalica managed to score his second goal of the day to put the Stallions ahead by three goals. At the final whistle, the score was 3-0 in favour of Nadroga that lifted the trophy. You can check the highlights of this match by clicking here.

Nadroga players and staff celebrating 2020 Senior Division’s IDC title – *Fiji FA Media*

Nadroga is having a wonderful season as the team coached by Johnny Williams is still unbeaten in 2020. Despite that, they need to stay focused on their main goal: winning Vodafone Senior League to book a spot at Vodafone Premier League – the top-tier league from Fiji. Nadroga will face Bua in the Senior League’s final next month.

Labasa makes history with back-to-back titles in Fiji

Labasa and Lautoka clashed at ANZ Stadium to decide which team would lift 2020 Inter-District Championship’s trophy. Labasa came from behind to beat their opponents by 2-1 to clinch the title for the second straight year.

In the first minutes of the second half, Labasa’s goalkeeper Akuila Mateisuva fouled Dave Radrigai inside the box. Lautoka’s captain Zibraaz Sahib took the ball and scored from the penalty spot to put the Bluez ahead.

Labasa did not give in and their efforts paid off. Ilisoni Lolaivalu equalized in the 68th minute after a free kick taken by a teammate while Ratu Anare used his head to push the ball into the net to put a smile on Labasa fans’ face. After the final whistle, the score was 2-1 in favour of Labasa that clinched the Inter-District Championship for the sixth time in the history. You can check the highlights of the match by clicking here.

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Labasa players celebrating the title – *Fiji FA Media*

The Babasiga Lions were not having a good season but the team coached by Ronil Lal managed to make history as it was the first time that Labasa won back-to-back titles in Fiji. Winning this trophy is very important to boost the team’s morale for the next challenges in the season, including the final matches of Vodafone Premier League and FIJI Fact that will be contested later this year.

Kensi Tangis: a powerful striker from Vanuatu

The 2019-20 PVFA Premier League season reached its end as the final matchday was contested this Saturday in Port Vila – the capital of Vanuatu. Ifira Black Bird were crowned champions of the season while Galaxy finished in the second position.

Galaxy’s Kensi Tangis was the top scorer of the tournament with thirteen goals. The 30-year-old striker scored two goals against Tupuji Imere this weekend after spending some matches without scoring. It is important to remember that Tangis missed part of the season after getting injured in the 1-0 loss to Sia-Raga in November.

That is his second season performing in a very good level. He was also the top scorer of Telekom S-League – the national football league from the Solomon Islands – in 2018 with 23 goals in thirteen matches. Tangis is a regular starter in Vanuatu National Team. He represented his country in 28 matches and scored eight goals.

Galaxy FC will play PVFA Top Four that will be contested later this month. The winner of the Top Four will advance to the National Super League. You can check 2019-20 PVFA Premier League standings, results and top scorers by clicking here.

Bua and Nadroga ready for Senior Division’s IDC final showdown in Fiji

The 2020 Inter-District Championship is reaching its end as the champions of both tournaments are going to be known in a few hours. While Labasa and Lautoka will clash at Premier Division’s Final, Bua and Nadroga are ready for a huge battle at Senior Division’s Final.

Both teams have already faced each other in the group stage and Nadroga have beaten Bua by 2-0 with goals scored by Jonas Naceva and Tomasi Tuicakau. However, it is important to remember that both teams were already qualified for the semifinals at that time, so Bua and Nadroga did not play their very best in this match.

Nadroga is having a wonderful campaign at Inter-District Championship as they won all their matches so far in the tournament. On the other hand, Bua had to work the extra mile to reach the final by beating Tailevu Naitasiri in the shootout.

SEE ALSO
Bua and the dream of reaching Vodafone Premier League;
Nadroga aiming for a perfect season in Fiji

Nadroga (left) and Bua (right) will clash at 2020 Senior Division’s IDC final – *Fiji FA Media*

Nadroga’s head coach Johnny Williams relies on a powerful attack that counts on great players like Taniela Raubula, Osea Vakatalesau and Jonas Naceva while Bua’s striker Mohammed Zaid has the tough mission to lead his side in the final.

The final clash between both sides will take place at ANZ Stadium in Suva. The match is scheduled to kick-off at 1pm (local time). You can check more information about 2020 Senior Division’s Inter-District Championship by clicking here.

Lae City win 2019-20 Papua New Guinea National Soccer League

The 2019-20 Papua New Guinea National Soccer League reached its end on this Saturday when Lae City and Vitiaz United clashed at PNG Football Stadium in Port Moresby. Lae City confirmed their favouritism as they have beaten their opponents by 1-0.

Obert Bika scored the winning goal in the 51st minute. Vitiaz’s goalkeeper Russell Chris saved a shot from Ecuadorian star Abdias Aguirre but Bika was there to push the ball into the net to put a smile on the face of Lae City supporters.

Abdias Aguirre from Ecuador celebrating Lae City’s title

In the third place play-off match, Michael Foster and Raymond Gunemba scored twice each as Hekari United smashed Gulf Komara by 5-0. You can check all details of this National Soccer League’s season by clicking here.

Former Vanuatu international Seule Soromon shines in New Zealand

The 2020 winter football season is over for many clubs from New Zealand as the Ultra Football Central League finished this weekend and Miramar Rangers were crowned league champions by beating Western Suburbs 1-0. Besides that, four other matches were contested this weekend in the final matchday of Central League’s season.

Wairarapa United hammered Waterside Karori by 6-0 at Masterton Memorial Turf Park. They were led by Seule Soromon and Josh Rudland who scored two goals each. Jonty Roubos and legendary Paul Ifill also scored in this match.

Seule Soromon scored a brace for Wairarapa United against Waterside Karori in 2020 Ultra Football Central League

Soromon finished the season in style as he scored four goals in his last two matches of the season. He scored another brace in the 2-2 draw against Napier City Rovers two weeks ago. The 36-year-old striker from Vanuatu finished 2020 Ultra Football Central League season with five goals in eight matches. He has a long career in New Zealand as he is playing in the country since 2008. He was part of Vanuatu National Team squad that played 2007 Pacific Games in Apia, Samoa.

Wairarapa United finished the season in the eighth position with sixteen points in eighteen matches. You can check 2020 Ultra Football Centra League standings, results and top scorers by clicking here.

Miramar Rangers clinch 2020 Ultra Football Central League title in New Zealand

Miramar Rangers and Western Suburbs clashed at David Farrington Park in the last matchday of 2020 Ultra Football Central League – one of the most important regional leagues from New Zealand – in a thrilling match.

Western Suburbs suffered a major blow in the first half when Ryan Feutz left the pitch due to an injury. Ihaia Delaney came from the bench to replace him. At the halftime, the score was a nil-nil draw and this result was enough for Miramar Rangers to clinch the Central League’s title.

Suburbs worked hard to open the scoreboard but they did not manage to find the net. On the other hand, Miramar Rangers’ forward Samuel Mason-Smith scored in the 67th minute to put his side ahead by 1-0. You can watch the goal by clicking here.

This goal put a lot of pressure on Suburbs as they would need to score two goals to win the match. Despite all efforts, the team coached by Ben Sippola did not score and Rangers lifted the Central League’s trophy with this result.

Miramar Rangers have beaten Western Suburbs by 1-0 to clinch 2020 Ultra Football Central League title – *Central League Media*

Mason-Smith was the top scorer of the season as the 28-year-old forward from England scored twenty goals in the season. Miramar Rangers now have seven Central League titles. They are the biggest champions in league history along with Western Suburbs. You can check 2020 Ultra Football Central League full standings by clicking here.