The Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF) has announced a 42-man extended training squad for the senior national team, aiming to prepare for crucial competitions in the latter half of 2024. The highlight of this announcement is the inclusion of national football icon Micah Lea’alafa. At 33 years old, Lea’alafa’s return to the national fold isContinue reading “Micah Lea’alafa returns: Solomon Islands announce extended training squad heading for upcoming international duties”
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Suva FC adds Solomon Warriors’ strikers duo
Jaygray Sipakana and Gagame Feni have officially been confirmed as new players for Suva FC, the Digicel Fiji Premier League side, according to an announcement by the Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF). This confirmation puts an end to recent rumors regarding the transfer of these two key players from the Solomon Warriors. In a pressContinue reading “Suva FC adds Solomon Warriors’ strikers duo”
Raphael Lea’i officially announced by his new club in Australia
Adelaide City FC of NPL South Australia has officially announced the signing of Raphael Lea’i, the 20-year-old international from the Solomon Islands. Lea’i, fresh from participating in the OFC Nations Cup with his national team, brings a wealth of talent and potential to his new club. In their announcement, Adelaide City FC expressed their excitementContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i officially announced by his new club in Australia”
Joses Nawo: Solomon Islands did its best despite lack of preparation for OFC Nations Cup
In the aftermath of the OFC Nations Cup, Solomon Islands national team forward and captain Joses Nawo offered to Oceania Football Center his reflections on the tournament, the team’s performance, and his personal journey in football. The Solomon Islands, coached on an interim basis by Jacob Moli, faced disappointing results, losing 1-0 to Vanuatu andContinue reading “Joses Nawo: Solomon Islands did its best despite lack of preparation for OFC Nations Cup”
“Not the Actual Coach”: Moli’s words reflect Solomon Islands’ OFC Nations Cup struggles
In a performance that has left fans and analysts alike scratching their heads, the Solomon Islands national football team bowed out of the OFC Nations Cup after disappointing defeats to Vanuatu (1-0) and New Zealand (3-0). The aftermath of this exit has put interim coach Jacob Moli in the spotlight, not for strategic brilliance, butContinue reading ““Not the Actual Coach”: Moli’s words reflect Solomon Islands’ OFC Nations Cup struggles”
Solomon Islands: SIFF bids farewell to esteemed coach Felipe Vega-Arango
The Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF) along with the broader football community has paid tributes to Felipe Vega-Arango, the outgoing Head Coach of the National Team. A farewell dinner was hosted in his honor, marking the end of his renewed tenure as Head Coach, which he decided not to extend further. Vega-Arango’s journey with SIFFContinue reading “Solomon Islands: SIFF bids farewell to esteemed coach Felipe Vega-Arango”
Eddie Marahare declines interim Head Coach position for Solomon Islands National Team to avoid conflict of interest
The experienced Eddie Marahare, the head coach of Kossa FC in the Telekom S-League, has declined the offer to serve as the interim head coach of the Solomon Islands national team for the upcoming OFC Nations Cup scheduled for June. The position will now be filled by Jacob Moli of Central Coast FC. Marahare, whoContinue reading “Eddie Marahare declines interim Head Coach position for Solomon Islands National Team to avoid conflict of interest”
Jacob Moli appointed Interim Head Coach for Solomon Islands national team ahead of OFC Nations Cup 2024
Central Coast FC Head Coach Jacob Moli has been appointed as the interim head coach for the Solomon Islands national football team for the upcoming OFC Nations Cup 2024 in Vanuatu. Moli steps into the role following the unavailability of initially appointed caretaker coach Eddie Marahare. Jacob Moli is no stranger to the national team,Continue reading “Jacob Moli appointed Interim Head Coach for Solomon Islands national team ahead of OFC Nations Cup 2024”
Raphael Lea’i situation explained: Green light is given for international duties and homecoming permission by FK Velež Mostar
After the recent news on Raphael Lea’i possible departure of his club in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s top-tier, Velež Mostar, a number of fans had questioned the reasons behind the player’s decision. The still 19-year-old Solomon Islands’ football star did not have enough game time as expected, allegated homesickness as stated by Bosnian media outlets andContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i situation explained: Green light is given for international duties and homecoming permission by FK Velež Mostar”
Solomon Islands: Javin Wae’s transfer to New Zealand announced by SIFF; still pending Central Coast’s release
Javin Wae, talented defender from the Solomon Islands, is on the verge of a much-anticipated move to Manukau United in New Zealand. As a key player for Central Coast FC, Wae’s transfer has been eagerly anticipated by fans and football enthusiasts alike. The Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF) recently confirmed the transfer via their socialContinue reading “Solomon Islands: Javin Wae’s transfer to New Zealand announced by SIFF; still pending Central Coast’s release”
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