The battle for the 2026 Solomon Islands S-League title intensified on Wednesday, 21 October, as defending champions Central Coast FC produced a dramatic comeback to defeat Laugu United 4-3, while league leaders Green Shield maintained their advantage with a 3-0 victory over Ghupo FC. Both teams collected three important points in contrasting circumstances, with CentralContinue reading “Central Coast survive Laugu thriller as Green Shield extend S-League lead with another victory”
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Tahiti chase fourth consecutive title as five nations prepare for OFC Beach Soccer Nations Cup
Tahiti will attempt to extend their dominance of Oceania beach soccer when the 2026 OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup begins on Thursday, 22 October, at Aorai Tini Hau in Pirae, with five Pacific nations competing for the regional title and qualification for the 2027 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup. The Tiki Toa enter theContinue reading “Tahiti chase fourth consecutive title as five nations prepare for OFC Beach Soccer Nations Cup”
Moffat Konofilia backs young GHUPO squad for S-League title challenge despite rebuilding difficulties
GHUPO FC head coach Moffat Konofilia believes his young squad can compete for the SIFF S-League title despite losing several experienced players, while expressing concerns about refereeing standards and the challenges faced by his emerging talents in the Solomon Islands’ top division. In an exclusive interview with Oceania Football Center, Konofilia discussed his first seasonContinue reading “Moffat Konofilia backs young GHUPO squad for S-League title challenge despite rebuilding difficulties”
Jayroll Patty targets Solomon Kings starting role after breakthrough year with Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands youngster Jayroll Patty Eremae is determined to earn a place in the Solomon Kings FC starting lineup for the 2027 OFC Pro League season, following a year that has seen him captain his country at youth level and score his first senior international goal. Speaking exclusively to Oceania Football Center, the 19-year-old midfielderContinue reading “Jayroll Patty targets Solomon Kings starting role after breakthrough year with Solomon Islands”
Solomon Kings retain Lofthouse and Higashide as Australian defender Krayem joins for 2027
Solomon Kings FC have completed their latest round of squad announcements ahead of the 2027 OFC Pro League season, confirming the return of attacking midfielder Jez Lofthouse and Japanese player Sota Higashide alongside the arrival of Australian defender Jacob Krayem. Lofthouse, who wore the number 10 shirt during the club’s inaugural campaign, has committed toContinue reading “Solomon Kings retain Lofthouse and Higashide as Australian defender Krayem joins for 2027”
Solomon Kings, Bula or Hekari? The OFC Pro League question surrounding John Orobulu
Solomon Islands international John Orobulu has once again become one of the most discussed names among supporters as clubs continue assembling their squads for the 2027 OFC Pro League. After an outstanding return to Fijian football with Ba, the prolific striker is attracting renewed attention from fans eager to see him back in Oceania’s professionalContinue reading “Solomon Kings, Bula or Hekari? The OFC Pro League question surrounding John Orobulu”
Solomon Kings build for 2027 with strong core of re-signings and first wave of new faces
Solomon Kings FC have moved decisively to shape their squad for the 2027 OFC Pro League season, combining a strong retention drive with the first confirmed additions of the offseason. After several days of announcements, the club has now confirmed 14 re-signings and three new signings, underlining its intention to build continuity around the groupContinue reading “Solomon Kings build for 2027 with strong core of re-signings and first wave of new faces”
Fresh from Ba’s historic triumph, David Supa leads four more Solomon Kings renewals for 2027
Solomon Kings FC have announced four more contract renewals ahead of the 2027 OFC Pro League season, retaining defenders David Supa, Gordon Iro and Javin Wae, alongside goalkeeper Junior Petua. The announcement strengthens the core of the squad that represented the Solomon Islands in Oceania’s inaugural professional football competition, with Supa returning to the spotlightContinue reading “Fresh from Ba’s historic triumph, David Supa leads four more Solomon Kings renewals for 2027”
Rovu Boyers reflects on Solomon Islands’ unbeaten MSG Cup campaign: “Plenty to learn, plenty to build on”
Solomon Islands international Rovu Boyers has expressed pride in his national team’s performances at the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup, highlighting the squad’s resilience and potential despite missing out on a place in the final. The 23-year-old midfielder shared a personal message on social media, reflecting on the disappointment of the result, the importance ofContinue reading “Rovu Boyers reflects on Solomon Islands’ unbeaten MSG Cup campaign: “Plenty to learn, plenty to build on””
From homemade footballs to the world stage: Micah Lea’alafa shares the remarkable story of his career
Before representing Solomon Islands in football and futsal, winning the OFC Champions League with Auckland City and becoming a professional footballer in South Africa, Micah Lea’alafa had to make his own footballs. Sometimes an empty plastic bottle was enough. On other occasions, he used old floaters or coconut leaves. Now 35, the Solomon Islands internationalContinue reading “From homemade footballs to the world stage: Micah Lea’alafa shares the remarkable story of his career”
