Only weeks after George Lea’i helped Solomon Islands qualify for their second FIFA U-17 World Cup, the youngster has already been given an opportunity to experience the next level of international football — alongside his older brother Raphael Lea’i. The two brothers trained together with the Solomon Islands senior national team in Honiara, providing aContinue reading “From U-17 World Cup qualification to the senior team: Lea’i brothers share Solomon Islands training ground”
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Danford Fiumae’s rapid rise continues as Solomon Islands teenager targets MSG breakthrough and professional future
Danford Fiumae has travelled a long way in a short time. From playing football on the streets and grass fields of Auki, the young midfielder has progressed through Solomon Islands futsal and youth football, earned his first senior national-team call-up and is now preparing for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup with another ambition inContinue reading “Danford Fiumae’s rapid rise continues as Solomon Islands teenager targets MSG breakthrough and professional future”
John Orobulu breaks silence after Solomon Islands omission: “I respect the coach’s decision”
John Orobulu has spoken to Oceania Football Center about his absence from the Solomon Islands squad for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup, responding calmly after his omission became one of the main talking points among supporters following Ben Cahn’s selection. The Ba striker was not included in the 20-man squad that travelled to FijiContinue reading “John Orobulu breaks silence after Solomon Islands omission: “I respect the coach’s decision””
Solomon Islands name 20-man squad for MSG Prime Minister’s Cup as Cahn begins first competitive test
Solomon Islands have officially named their 20-man squad for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji, with head coach Ben Cahn combining experienced internationals, Solomon Kings regulars, domestic standouts and emerging players as the Bonitos prepare for the first competitive tournament of his tenure. The tournament will be Cahn’s first official competition since takingContinue reading “Solomon Islands name 20-man squad for MSG Prime Minister’s Cup as Cahn begins first competitive test”
Tahiti stun Solomon Islands to reach OFC U-19 final and secure FIFA U-20 World Cup qualification
Tahiti completed a remarkable turnaround at the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship by defeating previously unbeaten Solomon Islands 2-1 in the first semi-final at Football HQ in Apia, securing both a place in the continental final and qualification for the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Second-half goals from Bradley Ruiz and Herehei Teaha decided a matchContinue reading “Tahiti stun Solomon Islands to reach OFC U-19 final and secure FIFA U-20 World Cup qualification”
From futsal in Solomon Islands to leading Nasinu: Billy Afi makes his mark at the Battle of the Giants
Billy Afi’s journey from futsal in Solomon Islands to becoming one of Nasinu’s leading figures in Fiji has taken another significant step at the 2026 Battle of the Giants, where the midfielder has captained the side, scored important goals and helped them reach the semifinals. The Solomon Islander has been one of the standout figuresContinue reading “From futsal in Solomon Islands to leading Nasinu: Billy Afi makes his mark at the Battle of the Giants”
Jimson Abana eyes new challenge after nine-goal Nadi season as overseas and Solomon Islands ambitions grow
Jimson Abana could be approaching the end of his spell with Nadi after a productive individual season in Fiji, with the Solomon Islands forward considering several possibilities for 2027 while continuing to pursue opportunities abroad. Speaking exclusively to Oceania Football Center, Abana confirmed that Nadi management would like him to remain at the club, butContinue reading “Jimson Abana eyes new challenge after nine-goal Nadi season as overseas and Solomon Islands ambitions grow”
Central Coast send major SIFF Super League warning with six-goal demolition of Ghupo Wantoks
Central Coast FC produced one of their most emphatic performances of the SIFF Super League season, sweeping aside third-placed Ghupo Wantoks 6-0 in a result that underlined just how dangerous the former national champions can still be. The match was effectively decided before the interval. Central Coast overwhelmed Ghupo from the opening stages and wentContinue reading “Central Coast send major SIFF Super League warning with six-goal demolition of Ghupo Wantoks”
From Kurukuru champion to U-19 captain: Jayroll Patty stands one win from Solomon Islands history
Jayroll Patty is only 19, but the past year has already taken him through senior international futsal, professional football and now to the captaincy of a Solomon Islands side standing on the verge of history. The young midfielder has emerged as one of the outstanding players of the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship in Samoa, andContinue reading “From Kurukuru champion to U-19 captain: Jayroll Patty stands one win from Solomon Islands history”
Still great: Gagame Feni proves his goals have not gone anywhere at 34
There are players whose influence begins to fade quietly as a new generation takes centre stage. Gagame Feni continues to resist that process. At 34, the Solomon Islands international has once again placed himself among the main protagonists of a major tournament in Fiji, scoring four goals during the group stage of the 2026 BattleContinue reading “Still great: Gagame Feni proves his goals have not gone anywhere at 34”
