After the recent news on Raphael Lea’i possible departure of his club in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s top-tier, Velež Mostar, a number of fans had questioned the reasons behind the player’s decision. The still 19-year-old Solomon Islands’ football star did not have enough game time as expected, allegated homesickness as stated by Bosnian media outlets andContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i situation explained: Green light is given for international duties and homecoming permission by FK Velež Mostar”
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Raphael Lea’i set to leave his club in Europe amidst unforeseen challenges
Breaking news are coming from Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina; Solomon Islands football star Raphael Lea’i is considering to leave his club Velež Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina in order to return to his home country, Oceania Football Center can confirm. The 19-year-old striker told his advisors and his club board he wants to go home:Continue reading “Raphael Lea’i set to leave his club in Europe amidst unforeseen challenges”
Raphael Lea’i has his first full match as a professional player in European football
Solomon Islands football star Raphael Lea’i played his second match for FK Velež Mostar in the starting team in a game against FK Sarajevo. It was a significant milestone for the 19-year-old as he played the entire 90 minutes, marking his first full match as a professional player in Europe. Despite the unfavorable outcome forContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i has his first full match as a professional player in European football”
Raphael Lea’i ready to make impact as Velež Mostar faces local rivals in Bosnian Cup grand final
Raphael Lea’i‘s team, FK Velež Mostar, is gearing up for the highly anticipated grand final match of the BiH Kup, the Bosnian Cup, against their local rivals Zrinjski. The match is scheduled to take place this Wednesday, May 17th, at the renowned Bilino Polje Stadium in Zenica, which has been chosen as a neutral venueContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i ready to make impact as Velež Mostar faces local rivals in Bosnian Cup grand final”
Raphael Lea’i makes history as he scores his first ever professional goal in his debut as starter in Europe
Raphael Lea’i, the 19-year-old star footballer from the Solomon Islands, has made history by becoming the first player from his country to play professional football in Europe. He made his debut as a starter for FK Velež Mostar in the m:tel Premier League, Bosnia and Herzegovina’s top-tier league, and made an immediate impact by scoringContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i makes history as he scores his first ever professional goal in his debut as starter in Europe”
Raphael Lea’i come as late substitute as FK Velež collects valuable three points in Bosnian Premier League
Raphael Lea’i and his team, FK Velež, secured a crucial 2-0 win over FK Borac in the m:tel Premier League on Monday, 1st April. Despite being subbed in only during injury time in the second half, the Solomon Islands’ star played his part in helping his team secure a valuable victory. FK Velež now sitsContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i come as late substitute as FK Velež collects valuable three points in Bosnian Premier League”
FK Velež Mostar loses in Bosnian Premier League as Raphael Lea’i comes as late substitute
Raphael Lea’i, the 19-year-old Solomon Islands football sensation, was subbed in during the 88th minute of play in FK Velež Mostar’s match against NK Široki Brijeg on Wednesday, 26th April. Unfortunately, Lea’i’s side could not secure an equaliser, resulting in a 1-0 loss while playing away from home. The match was a part of theContinue reading “FK Velež Mostar loses in Bosnian Premier League as Raphael Lea’i comes as late substitute”
Raphael Lea’i and Velež Mostar proceeds to Bosnian Cup final
Raphael Lea’i’s club FK Velež Mostar is making waves in the Bosnian football scene after securing a place in the Bosnian Cup final. The team’s recent win against FK Željezničar in the semifinals was a thrilling and hard-fought match that saw Velež overcome the odds to secure a 2-1 victory away from home. Although VeležContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i and Velež Mostar proceeds to Bosnian Cup final”
Raphael Lea’i has his first assist in European football as he puts another good performance
Solomon Islands international, Raphael Lea’i, showcased his impressive skills for FK Velež Mostar in their recent match against FK Tuzla City in the m:tel Premier League. Despite coming off the bench at the 61st minute of play, the 19-year-old striker made an immediate impact and helped his side take the lead with a well-placed assistContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i has his first assist in European football as he puts another good performance”
History: Solomon Islands’ star Raphael Lea’i makes his professional debut in European football
Solomon Islands football fans can be extremily happy: the 19-year-old football star Raphael Lea’i made his professional debut as his new club FK Velež Mostar draw this Sunday (20th March) against FK Sloboda Tuzla – the young star came from the bench at the 80th minute of play to substituve Samir Zeljković. Lea’i had beenContinue reading “History: Solomon Islands’ star Raphael Lea’i makes his professional debut in European football”
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