Solomon Islands international Alvin Hou enjoyed an outstanding weekend across two different forms of football, receiving the Golden Ball award as the best player of the 2026 SIFF Super Futsal League with SALT FC before scoring twice for Malaita Kingz in their 5-1 victory over Ghupo FC in the Solomon Islands S-League. Hou’s individual recognitionContinue reading “From futsal’s best player to S-League double: Alvin Hou enjoys remarkable weekend in Solomon Islands”
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Raphael Lea’i leads Solomon Kings’ latest contract renewals ahead of OFC Pro League
Solomon Kings FC have confirmed the return of four players ahead of the inaugural OFC Pro League season, with Solomon Islands international Raphael Lea’i headlining the latest round of contract renewals announced by the club. Alongside Lea’i, the Kings have secured the services of Clivert Sam, Junior David and Fordney Junior, retaining four familiar facesContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i leads Solomon Kings’ latest contract renewals ahead of OFC Pro League”
Gordon Iro’s late equaliser denies Central Coast as S-League Round 12 delivers more drama
Green Shield FC rescued a dramatic 1-1 draw against defending champions Central Coast FC in the biggest encounter of Round 12 of the Solomon Islands S-League, with Gordon Iro scoring deep into stoppage time at Lawson Tama Stadium on Saturday. The weekend also brought a convincing victory for Malaita Kingz, another hat-trick from Southern United’sContinue reading “Gordon Iro’s late equaliser denies Central Coast as S-League Round 12 delivers more drama”
Supa, Orobulu and Alick leave Pacific Island mark on Ba’s historic IDC triumph
Solomon Islands duo David Supa and John Orobulu, alongside Vanuatu international John Alick, played important roles in Ba FC’s successful 2026 Inter-District Championship (IDC) campaign, helping the Men in Black defeat Navua 2-0 in Sunday’s grand final at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. Their contributions were part of a historic season for the Fijian club,Continue reading “Supa, Orobulu and Alick leave Pacific Island mark on Ba’s historic IDC triumph”
SALT FC complete unbeaten season with dominant 11–3 victory in Solomon Islands futsal final
SALT FC have crowned an exceptional 2026 campaign in Solomon Islands futsal, defeating Haura FC 11–3 in the SIFF Super Futsal Top 8 Championship final at Friendship Hall in Honiara on Friday, 9 October. The emphatic victory completed a domestic double for SALT, who had already secured the 2026 SIFF Super Futsal League title withContinue reading “SALT FC complete unbeaten season with dominant 11–3 victory in Solomon Islands futsal final”
Solomon Kings keep faith in familiar faces as Keana, Mango and Leslie sign on for 2027
Solomon Kings FC have taken further steps towards shaping their squad for the 2027 OFC Pro League season, retaining three Solomon Islands internationals in goalkeeper Phillip Mango and forwards Don Keana and Bobby Leslie. The announcements follow the confirmation that head coach Ben Cahn will remain in charge for another campaign, suggesting the club intendsContinue reading “Solomon Kings keep faith in familiar faces as Keana, Mango and Leslie sign on for 2027”
Ben Cahn stays at Solomon Kings for 2027 as long-term Solomon Islands football project continues
Solomon Kings FC have confirmed that Ben Cahn will remain as head coach for the 2027 OFC Pro League season, securing continuity for the club as it prepares for its second campaign in Oceania’s professional football competition. The decision follows an encouraging but challenging inaugural season and comes as Cahn continues to lead the SolomonContinue reading “Ben Cahn stays at Solomon Kings for 2027 as long-term Solomon Islands football project continues”
From Royals to the courtroom: Konofilia’s legacy in Solomon Islands football under scrutiny ahead of sentencing
Moffat Konofilia’s contributions to Solomon Islands football have become a central part of his efforts to secure a favourable outcome in court, with the former national team player and current GHUPO Wantoks coach relying on his record in youth development as he awaits sentencing over his involvement in the November 2021 Honiara unrest. However, hisContinue reading “From Royals to the courtroom: Konofilia’s legacy in Solomon Islands football under scrutiny ahead of sentencing”
Leon Kofana set for S-League return with Malaita Kingz after spell away from the spotlight
Solomon Islands international defender Leon Kofana is set to return to the Telekom S-League with Malaita Kingz after completing his current futsal commitments with SALT Futsal Club. SALT confirmed directly to Oceania Football Center that Kofana is currently focused on futsal but will return to the outdoor game once the club finishes its Top 8Continue reading “Leon Kofana set for S-League return with Malaita Kingz after spell away from the spotlight”
OFC Pro League expands across Pacific for 2027 as Vanuatu joins host circuit and Solomon Islands land the final
The OFC Pro League will look considerably different in its second season. The full 2027 calendar has been released with a wider geographical footprint, a first opportunity for Vanuatu to stage league matches, the decisive stages moved to Solomon Islands and, perhaps most significantly, a completely reworked route from the regular season to the championshipContinue reading “OFC Pro League expands across Pacific for 2027 as Vanuatu joins host circuit and Solomon Islands land the final”
