From BOG disappointment to national duty: Gabriele Matanisiga turns focus to Fiji’s MSG Cup challenge

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”

Danford Fiumae’s rapid rise continues as Solomon Islands teenager targets MSG breakthrough and professional future

Danford Fiumae has travelled a long way in a short time. From playing football on the streets and grass fields of Auki, the young midfielder has progressed through Solomon Islands futsal and youth football, earned his first senior national-team call-up and is now preparing for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup with another ambition inContinue reading “Danford Fiumae’s rapid rise continues as Solomon Islands teenager targets MSG breakthrough and professional future”

John Orobulu breaks silence after Solomon Islands omission: “I respect the coach’s decision”

John Orobulu has spoken to Oceania Football Center about his absence from the Solomon Islands squad for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup, responding calmly after his omission became one of the main talking points among supporters following Ben Cahn’s selection. The Ba striker was not included in the 20-man squad that travelled to FijiContinue reading “John Orobulu breaks silence after Solomon Islands omission: “I respect the coach’s decision””

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”

Solomon Islands name 20-man squad for MSG Prime Minister’s Cup as Cahn begins first competitive test

Solomon Islands have officially named their 20-man squad for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji, with head coach Ben Cahn combining experienced internationals, Solomon Kings regulars, domestic standouts and emerging players as the Bonitos prepare for the first competitive tournament of his tenure. The tournament will be Cahn’s first official competition since takingContinue reading “Solomon Islands name 20-man squad for MSG Prime Minister’s Cup as Cahn begins first competitive test”

Fiji name 20-man squad for home MSG Prime Minister’s Cup as Auvray blends experience and youth

Fiji have named a 20-man Bula Boys squad for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup, with head coach Stéphane Auvray combining established internationals with several younger players as the national team begins a new cycle on home soil. Captain and all-time leading goalscorer Roy Krishna provides the biggest name in the squad, while experienced internationalsContinue reading “Fiji name 20-man squad for home MSG Prime Minister’s Cup as Auvray blends experience and youth”

Papua New Guinea name 20-man Kapuls squad for 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji

Papua New Guinea have confirmed a 20-man squad for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji, with head coach Bob Morris combining senior internationals, OFC Pro League players and a younger generation that has emerged strongly through domestic and regional competitions this year. The Kapuls squad includes experienced names such as Ronald Warisan, DanielContinue reading “Papua New Guinea name 20-man Kapuls squad for 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji”

Raymond Gunemba calls on PNGFA to stand with players as unpaid MSG allowances remain unresolved

Papua New Guinea international Raymond Gunemba has called on the PNG Football Association to stand firmly behind its players and reconsider sending a national team to the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup if outstanding payments from previous editions remain unpaid. The experienced striker has again raised concerns over money owed to players and officials followingContinue reading “Raymond Gunemba calls on PNGFA to stand with players as unpaid MSG allowances remain unresolved”

New Caledonia go all-local for MSG Cup as financial constraints keep overseas contingent out

New Caledonia will head to the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup with a dramatically different national team, as new head coach Félix Tagawa has named an 18-man squad made up entirely of players currently based in the territory. The Fédération Calédonienne de Football confirmed the final selection ahead of the tournament in Fiji, where TagawaContinue reading “New Caledonia go all-local for MSG Cup as financial constraints keep overseas contingent out”

Vanuatu leave out Alex Saniel as Richard Iwai names reshaped squad for MSG Prime Minister’s Cup title defence

Vanuatu will defend their MSG Prime Minister’s Cup crown with a significantly reshaped national team after the Vanuatu Football Federation confirmed a 20-man squad for the 2026 tournament in Fiji. The selection, which will be led by Richard Iwai, contains a mixture of experienced internationals and a considerable number of players with limited exposure atContinue reading “Vanuatu leave out Alex Saniel as Richard Iwai names reshaped squad for MSG Prime Minister’s Cup title defence”