Solomon Islands will not play in the final of the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup, but their elimination tells only part of the story of a tournament that offered several encouraging signs for Ben Cahn’s developing national-team project. The Bonitos completed the round-robin stage unbeaten, collecting six points from four matches and finishing only oneContinue reading “Unbeaten but out: Solomon Islands miss MSG Cup final while new Bonitos project shows signs of progress”
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Ben Cahn: “You can play possession-based football with islands players” — the plan to reshape Solomon Islands
Before Ben Cahn began working in Solomon Islands football, he was told there was a style that simply would not work: possession football. The argument was that island players might possess individual flair, speed and attacking talent, but building a team capable of controlling matches consistently through the ball was another matter. A full seasonContinue reading “Ben Cahn: “You can play possession-based football with islands players” — the plan to reshape Solomon Islands”
From Royals to GHUPO: Moffat Konofilia returns to centre of Solomon Islands football amid fresh controversy
Joel Moffat Konofilia has returned to a prominent position in Solomon Islands football as head coach of GHUPO Wantoks FC, but an incident during the club’s recent S-League match against Green Shield has once again placed one of the country’s most controversial football figures under scrutiny. Video footage from the match on 15 August showsContinue reading “From Royals to GHUPO: Moffat Konofilia returns to centre of Solomon Islands football amid fresh controversy”
Josh Smith sacked as Solomon Islands national team head coach following disappointing tenure
Australian coach Josh Smith’s stint as manager of the Solomon Islands national team officially came to an end yesterday after SIFF agreed to sack him with immediate effect. Smith, who was appointed in August of 2024 ahead of the Oceanian World Cup Qualifiers, failed to deliver any solid results as head coach of the nationalContinue reading “Josh Smith sacked as Solomon Islands national team head coach following disappointing tenure”
Micah Lea’alafa returns: Solomon Islands announce extended training squad heading for upcoming international duties
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”
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”
