Matt Acton originally arrived at Vanuatu United with the profile of a goalkeeper who could bring professional experience to the Pacific’s newest club competition. Less than a year later, his role has become considerably broader. Acton is still a goalkeeper. He is also Vanuatu United’s goalkeeper coach, has worked as goalkeeper coach within the VanuatuContinue reading “Matt Acton sees Vanuatu differently now — and coaching has become part of his future”
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Shankar cleared for IDC, but disciplinary case costs him Bula FC offer and OFC Auckland opportunity
Delon Shankar will be allowed to return to the field for Rewa at the FMF Inter-District Championship, but the consequences of his recent disciplinary case have extended well beyond the domestic tournament, with the 19-year-old losing both a Bula FC opportunity and a proposed placement with the Oceania Football Confederation in Auckland. The Fiji FootballContinue reading “Shankar cleared for IDC, but disciplinary case costs him Bula FC offer and OFC Auckland opportunity”
OFC Pro League expands across Pacific for 2027 as Vanuatu joins host circuit and Solomon Islands land the final
The OFC Pro League will look considerably different in its second season. The full 2027 calendar has been released with a wider geographical footprint, a first opportunity for Vanuatu to stage league matches, the decisive stages moved to Solomon Islands and, perhaps most significantly, a completely reworked route from the regular season to the championshipContinue reading “OFC Pro League expands across Pacific for 2027 as Vanuatu joins host circuit and Solomon Islands land the final”
Godfrey Haro reflects on Hekari’s professional leap and admits PNG Kapuls omission remains a mystery
After five seasons with Hekari, Papua New Guinea defender Godfrey Haro has experienced almost every level of the club’s recent journey. From domestic football in PNG to repeated appearances in the OFC Champions League, a continental final and now the first season of the OFC Pro League, the 28-year-old has been part of a periodContinue reading “Godfrey Haro reflects on Hekari’s professional leap and admits PNG Kapuls omission remains a mystery”
Vanuatu United part ways with Lars Hopp and appoint Albert Riera for 2027 OFC Pro League
Vanuatu United have officially moved on from Lars Hopp, confirming the German coach will not continue with the club for the second season of the OFC Pro League and appointing former Auckland City boss Albert Riera as part of a new technical direction for 2027. The decision brings a formal end to Hopp’s time withContinue reading “Vanuatu United part ways with Lars Hopp and appoint Albert Riera for 2027 OFC Pro League”
Kosta Barbarouses joins South Melbourne as All Whites veteran prepares for new chapter in Australia and Oceania
New Zealand international Kosta Barbarouses has joined South Melbourne FC, bringing one of the most experienced careers in Australasian football to a club preparing to compete on several fronts over the coming months. The 36-year-old forward moves to Lakeside Stadium following the end of his spell with Western Sydney Wanderers. Barbarouses spent one season withContinue reading “Kosta Barbarouses joins South Melbourne as All Whites veteran prepares for new chapter in Australia and Oceania”
Vanuatu United secure William Tønning and retain Tony Kaltack as Chiefs continue reshaping squad
Vanuatu United have continued building their squad for the next OFC Pro League season, confirming the signing of Danish goalkeeper William Tønning while also securing the return of experienced Vanuatu forward Tony Kaltack. The two announcements represent different sides of the Chiefs’ ongoing recruitment work. Tønning arrives as a new addition after spending time onContinue reading “Vanuatu United secure William Tønning and retain Tony Kaltack as Chiefs continue reshaping squad”
Vanuatu United confirm Bong Kalo and Semici Kaltack as Chiefs continue major local rebuild
Vanuatu United have added two more Vanuatu internationals to their squad, officially confirming the signings of experienced midfielder Bong Kalo and left-back Semici Kaltack as the Chiefs continue reshaping their group ahead of the next OFC Pro League season. Kalo’s arrival had been developing for several weeks. The 29-year-old was among the group of GalaxyContinue reading “Vanuatu United confirm Bong Kalo and Semici Kaltack as Chiefs continue major local rebuild”
Vanuatu United confirm Wanemut, Namatak and Malakai as Chiefs continue building new-look squad
Vanuatu United have continued shaping their squad for the next OFC Pro League season, officially confirming the additions of Vanuatu players Jack Wanemut, Henry Namatak and Andrew Malakai. The announcements provide confirmation of a process that had already become visible during the club’s preparations in Port Vila. All three players had been seen around theContinue reading “Vanuatu United confirm Wanemut, Namatak and Malakai as Chiefs continue building new-look squad”
Vanuatu United officially sign Claude Aru as midfield rebuild continues
Vanuatu United have officially announced the signing of Vanuatu international midfielder Claude Aru, adding another experienced and technically capable player to their growing squad ahead of the next OFC Pro League season. Aru, 29, arrives after being part of the Galaxy FC group that competed in the 2026 OFC Men’s Champions League. He had alreadyContinue reading “Vanuatu United officially sign Claude Aru as midfield rebuild continues”
