Ba defender Isimeli Gavidi made his senior international debut for Fiji on the opening day of the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup, starting in the Bula Boys’ dramatic 3-3 draw against Solomon Islands at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. At 20 years old, Gavidi was given a major opportunity by head coach Stéphane Auvray inContinue reading “Isimeli Gavidi makes Fiji debut in dramatic MSG Cup draw against Solomon Islands”
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“It’s hard to remain a champion”: Etonia Dogalau on Ba’s treble, Fiji omission and what comes next
Ba have returned to the top of Fijian football in emphatic fashion in 2026, and Etonia Dogalau has been one of the players directly involved in a season that has restored the Men in Black’s status as the country’s dominant domestic force. With the Fiji FACT, Extra Premier League and Battle of the Giants alreadyContinue reading ““It’s hard to remain a champion”: Etonia Dogalau on Ba’s treble, Fiji omission and what comes next”
John Orobulu breaks silence after Solomon Islands omission: “I respect the coach’s decision”
John Orobulu has spoken to Oceania Football Center about his absence from the Solomon Islands squad for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup, responding calmly after his omission became one of the main talking points among supporters following Ben Cahn’s selection. The Ba striker was not included in the 20-man squad that travelled to FijiContinue reading “John Orobulu breaks silence after Solomon Islands omission: “I respect the coach’s decision””
Patrick Joseph omission sparks questions after strong BOG campaign as Fiji turn to MSG Cup
Patrick Joseph has emerged as one of the most discussed omissions from Stéphane Auvray’s Fiji squad for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup, with a number of local supporters questioning why the Ba midfielder was left out after a strong Battle of the Giants campaign. Fiji confirmed a 20-man squad for the tournament this week,Continue reading “Patrick Joseph omission sparks questions after strong BOG campaign as Fiji turn to MSG Cup”
Ba complete domestic treble with 18th BOG crown after defeating Rewa at packed Govind Park
Ba FC have completed a remarkable domestic treble in Fiji after defeating Rewa FC 2-1 in the final of the 2026 Battle of the Giants, lifting the trophy on home soil at 4R Stadium, Govind Park. The Men in Black entered the competition having already secured the Extra Premier League and BiC Fiji FACT titlesContinue reading “Ba complete domestic treble with 18th BOG crown after defeating Rewa at packed Govind Park”
Ten-man Ba survive Suva fightback to reach BOG final and keep treble dream alive
Ba are through to the final of the 2026 Battle of the Giants after overcoming Suva 2-1 in a dramatic semifinal at 4R Stadium, Govind Park, keeping alive the possibility of completing a remarkable domestic treble. Playing in front of their home crowd, the Men in Black established a two-goal advantage through Etonia Dogalau andContinue reading “Ten-man Ba survive Suva fightback to reach BOG final and keep treble dream alive”
Ba coach Ravinesh Kumar hits back after Fiji FA punishment, claims children were mistreated in tunnel incident
The controversy surrounding Ba FC following last weekend’s Battle of the Giants match against Lautoka has escalated, with head coach Ravinesh Kumar publicly challenging the account of the incident that led to disciplinary action from the Fiji Football Association. Fiji FA issued Kumar with a final warning and an undisclosed monetary fine following an incidentContinue reading “Ba coach Ravinesh Kumar hits back after Fiji FA punishment, claims children were mistreated in tunnel incident”
Ba tunnel controversy adds to turbulent BOG as semifinals loom
The 2026 Battle of the Giants is heading into its decisive weekend with four teams still in contention for the title, but events away from the pitch have increasingly become part of the story. Hosts Ba secured the final semifinal place with a 3-1 victory over Lautoka, only for their qualification to be followed byContinue reading “Ba tunnel controversy adds to turbulent BOG as semifinals loom”
Nasinu stun Suva, Ba deliver when it matters as BOG semi-final lineup is completed
The group stage of the 2026 Battle of the Giants came to a dramatic conclusion at Govind Park on Sunday, with Nasinu defeating Suva, Nadi upsetting Rewa, defending champions Labasa winning but still being eliminated, and hosts Ba producing their best performance when qualification was on the line. By the end of the day, theContinue reading “Nasinu stun Suva, Ba deliver when it matters as BOG semi-final lineup is completed”
“If Solomon Islands call, I have to go”: David Supa on Ba title, BOG pressure and MSG return
David Supa’s first experience of Fijian football has already brought silverware, a new challenge outside the Solomon Islands and another important chapter in a season that began in the inaugural OFC Professional League. Now, with Ba fighting to keep their Battle of the Giants campaign alive, the Solomon Islands international is looking to finish hisContinue reading ““If Solomon Islands call, I have to go”: David Supa on Ba title, BOG pressure and MSG return”
