Fiji’s MSG Prime Minister’s Cup triumph may have provided another trophy for the national team, but for Nabil Begg the tournament also offered evidence of a wider transition taking place within Fijian football. The midfielder was part of the Fiji side that recovered during the competition to eventually claim the Melanesian crown on home soil,Continue reading “Nabil Begg sees professional experience shaping Fiji’s new generation after MSG triumph”
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Roy Krishna after Fiji’s MSG Cup triumph: “It was long overdue to win a trophy at home”
Fiji captain Roy Krishna described the Bula Boys’ MSG Prime Minister’s Cup success as a long-awaited moment for the country after Fiji defeated defending champions Vanuatu 1-0 in the final in Suva, ending a 26-year wait for a senior Melanesian title. Thomas Dunn scored the decisive goal after only ten minutes at HFC Bank Stadium,Continue reading “Roy Krishna after Fiji’s MSG Cup triumph: “It was long overdue to win a trophy at home””
Thomas Dunn fires Fiji past Vanuatu as Bula Boys end 26-year wait for Melanesian crown
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”
Bill Kaltack’s composed finish gives Vanuatu vital MSG Cup win over Fiji
Vanuatu recovered from their opening-day disappointment to claim a crucial 1-0 victory over hosts Fiji in the second men’s matchday of the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. Bill Kaltack scored the only goal of the game during the second half, finishing an excellent Vanuatu attacking move inside Fiji’s penaltyContinue reading “Bill Kaltack’s composed finish gives Vanuatu vital MSG Cup win over Fiji”
Meet Abdullah Khairati: the Canadian-Fijian midfielder taking his first steps with the Bula Boys
Abdullah Khairati may still be a new name to many followers of Fiji football, but the 18-year-old midfielder has already taken a significant step in his international career. Born and developed in Canada, Khairati represents a new generation of overseas-based Fijian players beginning to emerge through the national-team system. After featuring for Fiji at theContinue reading “Meet Abdullah Khairati: the Canadian-Fijian midfielder taking his first steps with the Bula Boys”
Isimeli Gavidi makes Fiji debut in dramatic MSG Cup draw against Solomon Islands
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”
Roy Krishna backs Abdullah Khairati after teenager completes rapid rise to Fiji senior team
Abdullah Khairati’s rapid progression through Fiji football has reached another important milestone, with the Vancouver-based youngster making his senior international debut for the Bula Boys at the MSG Prime Minister’s Cup — and receiving public backing from national team captain Roy Krishna shortly afterwards. Khairati featured for Fiji against Solomon Islands in the Bula Boys’Continue reading “Roy Krishna backs Abdullah Khairati after teenager completes rapid rise to Fiji senior team”
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”
Setareki Hughes is set to join Auckland City FC: A major move for the Fijian football star
Setareki Hughes, the star midfielder of Rewa and a standout performer for the Fiji national team, is poised to make a significant move to Auckland City, one of the powerhouses of New Zealand and Oceania football. This move comes after Hughes recently helped Fiji reach the semifinals of the OFC Nations Cup, where the nationalContinue reading “Setareki Hughes is set to join Auckland City FC: A major move for the Fijian football star”
Roy Krishna: Fiji’s Golden Boot winner and Oceania’s all-time top scorer
Fijian football star Roy Krishna has once again etched his name in the annals of football history. At 36 years old, Krishna has earned the prestigious Golden Boot award at the OFC Nations Cup, scoring five goals in five games for the Fiji National Team. His remarkable performance not only secured him this accolade butContinue reading “Roy Krishna: Fiji’s Golden Boot winner and Oceania’s all-time top scorer”
