Ghupo Wantoks produced an impressive response to their heavy midweek defeat by thrashing Laugu United 6-0 on Sunday, November 8, in the SIFF Super League. The victory was the standout result of a weather-affected weekend in Honiara, where Malaita Kingz were held to a 1-1 draw by SOSA and three Saturday fixtures were postponed dueContinue reading “Ghupo bounce back with six-goal victory as bad weather disrupts S-League weekend”
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Makira-Ulawa begin Solomon Cup title defence against Western Tomoko as full tournament schedule is revealed
Defending champions Makira-Ulawa will begin their 2026 Solomon Cup campaign against Western Tomoko on November 22, following the release of the tournament’s official match schedule. The competition will bring together ten provincial teams at Lawson Tama Stadium in Honiara, with the championship final scheduled for December 5. The opening match will see Makira-Ulawa face WesternContinue reading “Makira-Ulawa begin Solomon Cup title defence against Western Tomoko as full tournament schedule is revealed”
Eleven goals in two matches: Raphael Lea’i scores another double hat-trick as Central Coast take S-League lead
Raphael Lea’i is producing one of the most extraordinary goalscoring runs in Solomon Islands football. Just three days after scoring five times against KOSSA, the 23-year-old international delivered another remarkable performance on Wednesday, November 4, netting six goals as Central Coast FC demolished Ghupo Wantoks 8-1 at Lawson Tama Stadium in Honiara. The result tookContinue reading “Eleven goals in two matches: Raphael Lea’i scores another double hat-trick as Central Coast take S-League lead”
Guadalcanal strengthen Solomon Cup ambitions as Marlon Tahioa joins star-studded squad
Guadalcanal have received another boost ahead of the 2026 Solomon Cup, with Solomon Islands international midfielder Marlon Tahioa joining the provincial team’s preparations on Tuesday, November 3. The 27-year-old brings considerable experience from Fiji football and the OFC Champions League, adding further quality to a squad that already features John Orobulu and Paul Francis. TahioaContinue reading “Guadalcanal strengthen Solomon Cup ambitions as Marlon Tahioa joins star-studded squad”
Five-star Rafa Lea’i strikes again as Central Coast continue relentless S-League title pursuit
Raphael Lea’i delivered another extraordinary individual performance in the Solomon Islands SIFF Super League on Sunday, November 1, scoring five goals as Central Coast FC demolished KOSSA 7-0 at Lawson Tama Stadium. The 23-year-old international was once again unstoppable in front of goal, adding another remarkable achievement to a season in which he has rediscoveredContinue reading “Five-star Rafa Lea’i strikes again as Central Coast continue relentless S-League title pursuit”
Fiji make history as Solomon Islands return to Olympic youth futsal in Dakar
Fiji and Solomon Islands are representing Oceania at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, marking another important milestone for futsal development in the Pacific. While the Fijian women’s team are making their first appearance in the competition, Solomon Islands have returned to the men’s tournament eight years after their participation in Buenos Aires.Continue reading “Fiji make history as Solomon Islands return to Olympic youth futsal in Dakar”
Central Coast and Malaita Kingz run riot as Green Shield hold on to S-League lead
The 2026 SIFF Super League produced another remarkable weekend of attacking football, with 27 goals scored across five matches at Lawson Tama Stadium in Honiara. Rafa Lea’i stole the spotlight with five goals in Central Coast’s 7-0 demolition of KOSSA, while Malaita Kingz recorded an even bigger victory against Laugu United and leaders Green ShieldContinue reading “Central Coast and Malaita Kingz run riot as Green Shield hold on to S-League lead”
The Tiki Toa prevail: Tahiti overcomes a resilient Solomon Islands side to secure FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup qualification and regional glory
Tahiti have become the most successful nation in OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup history after defeating Solomon Islands in a dramatic final at Aorai Tini Hau in Pirae on Saturday, October 31. The Tiki Toa secured their fifth continental crown and Oceania’s qualification berth for the 2027 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup, completing anContinue reading “The Tiki Toa prevail: Tahiti overcomes a resilient Solomon Islands side to secure FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup qualification and regional glory”
John Orobulu joins Guadalcanal Hornets for Solomon Cup after historic season with Ba FC
Solomon Islands striker John Orobulu has joined the Guadalcanal Hornets for the 2026 Solomon Cup, returning to his home country after an outstanding season in Fiji, where he helped Ba FC win all four major domestic competitions. The prolific forward took part in his first training session with the provincial team on Thursday, October 29,Continue reading “John Orobulu joins Guadalcanal Hornets for Solomon Cup after historic season with Ba FC”
Solomon Islands secure final rematch with Tahiti as Salem breaks OFC beach soccer scoring record
Solomon Islands and Tahiti will meet in the final of the 2026 OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup after both nations completed the group stage with convincing victories in Pirae on Wednesday, October 28. The Bilikiki defeated Vanuatu 7-2 to secure the remaining place in the final, while the defending champions overcame New Caledonia 12-3Continue reading “Solomon Islands secure final rematch with Tahiti as Salem breaks OFC beach soccer scoring record”
