Former Labasa FC captain Nemani Rasiga, who helped the Babasiga Lions end Ba’s long-standing dominance in Fiji’s Champion versus Champion competition in 2008, has passed away after his body was discovered in the Labasa River on Friday, 16 October. According to FijiVillage, Rasiga’s body was recovered from the river at approximately 10:40am. Police have launchedContinue reading “Fiji football mourns the loss of Nemani Rasiga, the captain who led Labasa to historic triumph over Ba”
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From Labasa to Ba: Golden Ball winner Ilisoni Logaivau caps dream season with historic quadruple
Ilisoni Logaivau’s decision to leave Labasa for Ba at the beginning of 2026 has culminated in one of the most remarkable seasons of his football career. The experienced midfielder was named the Extra Premier League Golden Ball winner on Friday, October 9, recognising his contribution to Ba’s return to the top of Fijian league football.Continue reading “From Labasa to Ba: Golden Ball winner Ilisoni Logaivau caps dream season with historic quadruple”
IDC: Ba survive Labasa penalty drama to set up Navua rematch and keep historic clean sweep alive
Ba are just one victory away from completing an extraordinary sweep of Fiji’s four major domestic football titles after surviving a dramatic penalty shootout against Labasa in the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship semi-finals. The Men in Black were held to a 1-1 draw after extra time at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva on Saturday, beforeContinue reading “IDC: Ba survive Labasa penalty drama to set up Navua rematch and keep historic clean sweep alive”
Rex Naime breaks silence on Labasa IDC absence, denies money dispute and explains OFC Pro League return
Papua New Guinea international Rex Naime has clarified the circumstances behind his absence from Labasa’s squad for the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship, revealing exclusively to Oceania Football Center that he returned home to begin preparations for the upcoming OFC Pro League season rather than because of a financial disagreement with the Fijian club. Naime andContinue reading “Rex Naime breaks silence on Labasa IDC absence, denies money dispute and explains OFC Pro League return”
IDC 2026 semi-finals: Ba chase historic clean sweep as Rewa, Navua and Labasa fight for final places
The 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship has reached its decisive stage, with four of Fiji’s leading football districts preparing for a dramatic Super Premier semi-final day at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. Defending champions Rewa will meet Navua in Saturday’s opening contest, while Ba and Labasa renew their traditional rivalry in the second semi-final, with placesContinue reading “IDC 2026 semi-finals: Ba chase historic clean sweep as Rewa, Navua and Labasa fight for final places”
Labasa reshuffle IDC squad as PNG stars Rex Naime and Joseph Joe miss tournament
Labasa will begin their 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship campaign with a significantly altered squad after making four late changes to their final 22-player list. Papua New Guinea international Rex Naime, Joseph Joe, Akeimi Ralulu and Melvin Mani have all been removed from the squad ahead of the tournament opener against Suva. Naime’s absence is oneContinue reading “Labasa reshuffle IDC squad as PNG stars Rex Naime and Joseph Joe miss tournament”
Labasa turn to Jerry Sam as Alvin Chand steps down after BOG elimination
Labasa FC have made a major change to their technical leadership only days after the Babasiga Lions were eliminated from the 2026 Battle of the Giants, with Alvin Chand stepping down as head coach and experienced Solomon Islands coach Jerry Sam taking over the position. The Labasa Football Association officially announced the decision on Tuesday,Continue reading “Labasa turn to Jerry Sam as Alvin Chand steps down after BOG elimination”
‘Hekari built me’: Rex Naime targets BOG glory with Labasa and sees Pro League as pathway overseas
Papua New Guinea international Rex Naime is preparing for another major challenge in Fiji as he targets the Battle of the Giants title with Labasa, while looking back at a period of his career that has taken him from a standout OFC Champions League campaign with Hekari United to the inaugural OFC Pro League andContinue reading “‘Hekari built me’: Rex Naime targets BOG glory with Labasa and sees Pro League as pathway overseas”
Atkin Kaua rejects Labasa FC offer, remains in Solomon Islands
Atkin Kaua, the seasoned midfielder of the Solomon Islands national team, has made the decision to stay in his home country, rejecting a finalized offer from Labasa FC in Fiji. Kaua, who recently showcased his skills at the OFC Nations Cup in Vanuatu, was expected to join Labasa alongside his compatriots Junior Fordney and TigiContinue reading “Atkin Kaua rejects Labasa FC offer, remains in Solomon Islands”
Labasa FC bolsters squad with Solomon Islands trio for Digicel Fiji Premier League push
Labasa FC has announced the addition of three Solomon Islands national team players for the remainder of the season. The new signings include Solomon Warriors midfielder Tigi Molea, Galaxy FC’s Atkin Kaua, and Central Coast FC’s striker Junior Fordney. All three players recently represented Solomon Islands at the OFC Nations Cup in Vanuatu. Labasa currentlyContinue reading “Labasa FC bolsters squad with Solomon Islands trio for Digicel Fiji Premier League push”
