New Zealand left no room for another surprise at the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship, sweeping aside New Caledonia 6-1 in the second semi-final in Apia to book their place in the final and confirm qualification for the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup. The defending champions controlled the contest from the opening stages and gradually turnedContinue reading “New Zealand hammer New Caledonia to reach OFC U-19 final and secure FIFA U-20 World Cup place”
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Tahiti stun Solomon Islands to reach OFC U-19 final and secure FIFA U-20 World Cup qualification
Tahiti completed a remarkable turnaround at the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship by defeating previously unbeaten Solomon Islands 2-1 in the first semi-final at Football HQ in Apia, securing both a place in the continental final and qualification for the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Second-half goals from Bradley Ruiz and Herehei Teaha decided a matchContinue reading “Tahiti stun Solomon Islands to reach OFC U-19 final and secure FIFA U-20 World Cup qualification”
From Kurukuru champion to U-19 captain: Jayroll Patty stands one win from Solomon Islands history
Jayroll Patty is only 19, but the past year has already taken him through senior international futsal, professional football and now to the captaincy of a Solomon Islands side standing on the verge of history. The young midfielder has emerged as one of the outstanding players of the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship in Samoa, andContinue reading “From Kurukuru champion to U-19 captain: Jayroll Patty stands one win from Solomon Islands history”
New Caledonia hit PNG for seven as Solomon Islands complete perfect OFC U-19 group stage
Solomon Islands confirmed themselves as one of the leading contenders at the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship by completing a perfect Group A campaign, while New Caledonia produced the performance of the final matchday with a remarkable 7-0 demolition of Papua New Guinea to secure the second semi-final berth. The final round in Apia began withContinue reading “New Caledonia hit PNG for seven as Solomon Islands complete perfect OFC U-19 group stage”
Solomon Islands seal semi-final place as Papua New Guinea revive hopes in OFC U-19 Championship
Solomon Islands became the first team from Group A to secure their place in the semi-finals of the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship after another strong performance in Samoa, while Papua New Guinea kept their own campaign alive with a six-goal victory over the hosts. The second round of Group A matches produced wins for theContinue reading “Solomon Islands seal semi-final place as Papua New Guinea revive hopes in OFC U-19 Championship”
Solomon Islands and New Caledonia make winning starts at OFC U-19 Championship
Solomon Islands and New Caledonia opened their OFC U-19 Men’s Championship campaigns with victories in Apia, taking early control of Group A on the first day of competition in Samoa. Solomon Islands began with a narrow but deserved 1-0 win over Papua New Guinea, while New Caledonia produced a fast start to defeat hosts SamoaContinue reading “Solomon Islands and New Caledonia make winning starts at OFC U-19 Championship”
OFC U-19 Championship 2026: Players to watch, contenders and everything you need to know
Eight nations, two places at the FIFA U-20 World Cup and some of Oceania’s most promising young footballers will take centre stage in Samoa as the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship begins on 1 September. The tournament runs until 14 September in Apia and brings together New Zealand, Fiji, Tahiti, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, New Caledonia, hostsContinue reading “OFC U-19 Championship 2026: Players to watch, contenders and everything you need to know”
Born in New Zealand, carrying the Totori-Feni legacy: Ona Sabetian ready to make Solomon Islands proud
For Ona Sabetian, wearing the Solomon Islands shirt will mean much more than simply representing another country on the football pitch. Born in New Zealand to a Solomon Islands mother and an Iranian father, the 19-year-old attacker is preparing to embrace one of the most important moments of his young career after being selected forContinue reading “Born in New Zealand, carrying the Totori-Feni legacy: Ona Sabetian ready to make Solomon Islands proud”
New Zealand edges out Fiji to secure spot in FIFA U20 World Cup
New Zealand will face New Caledonia in the final of the OFC U19 Men’s Championship 2024 after a narrow 1-0 semi-final victory over Fiji in Apia. The win also secured New Zealand’s qualification for the FIFA U20 World Cup. The semi-final match was slow to start, with Fiji dominating possession and creating early chances. IbraheemContinue reading “New Zealand edges out Fiji to secure spot in FIFA U20 World Cup”
New Zealand proceeds to knockout stage as New Caledonia beats Papua New Guinea with late drama at OFC U-19 Men’s Championship – Group B
New Caledonia grabbed their first win in the tournament while New Zealand secured a commanding 5-0 victory over Samoa to proceed to the knockout stage on the second matchday of Group B at the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship in Apia, Samoa. New Caledonia bounced back with a crucial victory against Papua New Guinea in aContinue reading “New Zealand proceeds to knockout stage as New Caledonia beats Papua New Guinea with late drama at OFC U-19 Men’s Championship – Group B”
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