Gabriele Matanisiga is already looking ahead. Only days after the disappointment of Rewa’s defeat in the Battle of the Giants final, the defender has shifted his attention to a new responsibility: representing Fiji at the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup on home soil. The timing creates an interesting contrast. Matanisiga arrives in the national campContinue reading “From BOG disappointment to national duty: Gabriele Matanisiga turns focus to Fiji’s MSG Cup challenge”
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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”
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”
Two records, one name: questions over Vilitati Kautoga’s BOG registration await Fiji FA clarification
Questions have emerged over the registration of Ba striker Vilitati Kautoga during the 2026 Battle of the Giants after publicly shared material appeared to show two separate player records carrying the same name but different identification numbers, dates of birth and photographs. The existence of two records does not, by itself, establish that Ba fieldedContinue reading “Two records, one name: questions over Vilitati Kautoga’s BOG registration await Fiji FA clarification”
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”
Rewa fight back twice to end Nasinu’s BOG run and book final against Ba
Rewa are through to the final of the 2026 Battle of the Giants after surviving a major challenge from Nasinu to claim a 3-2 victory in an entertaining semifinal at 4R Stadium, Govind Park. The Giant Killers led twice during the contest through Ranit Maharaj and Solomon Islands international Paul Francis, but Rewa responded onContinue reading “Rewa fight back twice to end Nasinu’s BOG run and book final against Ba”
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”
From futsal in Solomon Islands to leading Nasinu: Billy Afi makes his mark at the Battle of the Giants
Billy Afi’s journey from futsal in Solomon Islands to becoming one of Nasinu’s leading figures in Fiji has taken another significant step at the 2026 Battle of the Giants, where the midfielder has captained the side, scored important goals and helped them reach the semifinals. The Solomon Islander has been one of the standout figuresContinue reading “From futsal in Solomon Islands to leading Nasinu: Billy Afi makes his mark at the Battle of the Giants”
BOG drug-testing total rises to three positive cases as Fiji FA scrutiny intensifies
Fiji Football Association has confirmed that three players returned positive drug tests during the group stage of the 2026 Battle of the Giants, adding another development to an issue that has increasingly surrounded one of the country’s biggest football tournaments. According to FBC News, 72 tests were conducted across the three days of group-stage competition.Continue reading “BOG drug-testing total rises to three positive cases as Fiji FA scrutiny intensifies”
