Nasinu will be without Solomon Islands attacker Paul Francis for the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship after the forward returned home to take part in the Guadalcanal Football Championship 2026 in Honiara. Francis is representing Eastern Frigates FC in the competition and has been handed the captain’s armband. Matches are being played at Lawson Tama Stadium,Continue reading “Paul Francis to miss Nasinu’s IDC campaign after returning to Solomon Islands for Guadalcanal Championship”
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Nabil Begg sees professional experience shaping Fiji’s new generation after MSG triumph
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”
Lucas Santos set to become first Brazilian ever recorded to play Fiji’s IDC
Brazilian midfielder Lucas Santos is on the verge of a unique place in Fijian football history, with the Rewa player set to become the first Brazilian ever recorded to play in the country’s famous Inter-District Championship. The 2026 FMF IDC begins in Suva on October 6, and research by Oceania Football Center through Fiji FAContinue reading “Lucas Santos set to become first Brazilian ever recorded to play Fiji’s IDC”
FMF IDC 2026 complete guide: Ba chase a clean sweep as Rewa defend their crown in Suva
The final major trophy of the Fijian domestic season is on the line as the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship brings eight Super Premier districts to Suva for five days of tournament football between October 6 and 11. Few editions in recent years have arrived with such a clearly defined team to beat. Ba have alreadyContinue reading “FMF IDC 2026 complete guide: Ba chase a clean sweep as Rewa defend their crown in Suva”
Fiji FA suspends Delon Shankar and Melvin Mani indefinitely as camp breaches rule both players out of IDC
Fiji Football Association has taken major disciplinary action against two national-team players, suspending Rewa’s Delon Shankar and Labasa’s Melvin Mani from all football until further notice following separate breaches connected to Fiji’s national-team camp. The decision immediately rules both players out of the upcoming FMF Inter-District Championship and creates an important setback for Rewa andContinue reading “Fiji FA suspends Delon Shankar and Melvin Mani indefinitely as camp breaches rule both players out of IDC”
Suva turn to New Zealand-based reinforcements in push for 15th IDC crown
Suva FC have added four New Zealand-based players to their squad for the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship, strengthening the Capital City side ahead of a demanding tournament they will play on home soil. Former Ba player Emosi Navaba has been included alongside James Hoyt, Andrew Naicker and Shiville Salesh Kumar in the 22-man squad submittedContinue reading “Suva turn to New Zealand-based reinforcements in push for 15th IDC crown”
Scott Wara joins Rewa for IDC title defence after completing Australian season
Fiji international defender Scott Wara will strengthen Rewa FC for the upcoming FMF Inter-District Championship, adding experience to the defending champions as they prepare for another major domestic campaign. Fiji Football Association chief executive Mohammed Yusuf has confirmed that Wara will be available to represent the Delta Tigers, with his International Transfer Certificate already receivedContinue reading “Scott Wara joins Rewa for IDC title defence after completing Australian season”
Kiribati step into Fiji’s IDC with locally-built national team ready for rare international test
Kiribati will enter one of Fiji football’s most historic competitions in October with something the country rarely receives: a genuine run of competitive matches outside its own borders. The Kiribati national team has been invited to participate in the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship, becoming the first overseas national side to enter the tournament. Kiribati willContinue reading “Kiribati step into Fiji’s IDC with locally-built national team ready for rare international test”
