Solomon Islands national team player Micah Lea’alafa, a football legend from the Pacific nation, has confirmed his retirement from international football at the age of 32. The decision came as a surprise to many, especially considering Lea’alafa’s recent captaincy and impressive performances for his country. Coach Felipe Vega-Arango left Lea’alafa out of the squad forContinue reading “Solomon Islands: Legend Micah Lea’alafa retires from national team”
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Star Raphael Lea’i called up as Solomon Islands squad is announced for ‘Asian Tour’
The Solomon Islands national football team has announced its squad for the upcoming friendly matches against Malaysia and Singapore, scheduled to be played in Asia on June 14th and 18th respectively. The squad features a mix of local talent and foreign-based players, including the young prodigy Raphael Lea’i, who is the lone professional player inContinue reading “Star Raphael Lea’i called up as Solomon Islands squad is announced for ‘Asian Tour’”
Raphael Lea’i come as late substitute as FK Velež collects valuable three points in Bosnian Premier League
Raphael Lea’i and his team, FK Velež, secured a crucial 2-0 win over FK Borac in the m:tel Premier League on Monday, 1st April. Despite being subbed in only during injury time in the second half, the Solomon Islands’ star played his part in helping his team secure a valuable victory. FK Velež now sitsContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i come as late substitute as FK Velež collects valuable three points in Bosnian Premier League”
Raphael Lea’i has his first assist in European football as he puts another good performance
Solomon Islands international, Raphael Lea’i, showcased his impressive skills for FK Velež Mostar in their recent match against FK Tuzla City in the m:tel Premier League. Despite coming off the bench at the 61st minute of play, the 19-year-old striker made an immediate impact and helped his side take the lead with a well-placed assistContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i has his first assist in European football as he puts another good performance”
Raphael Lea’i displays very good performance in his second match for Velež Mostar
The Solomon Islands striker Raphael Lea’i made a real impact for Velež Mostar in his second professional match – also his second for the Bosnia and Herzegovina’s traditional club. Lea’i was introduced in the second half of the match against FK Sloga, coming in at the 65th minute of play. Just one minute later, theContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i displays very good performance in his second match for Velež Mostar”
Solomon Islands set friendly match against Malaysia this June
The Solomon Islands national team is set to take on Malaysia in a friendly match this June during the next FIFA window for Friendly Matches. This match is expected to be a tough challenge for the Solomon Islands, who are looking to build on their recent success in the Tri-Nations friendly tournament held in Lautoka,Continue reading “Solomon Islands set friendly match against Malaysia this June”
Raphael Lea’i speaks about his first professional experience and his expectations in European football
Since turning into the first ever Solomon Islands’ player to sign a full-pro contract in Europe, Raphael Lea’i has made the headlines of many media outlets not only in his country but also around the world. But since then, the 19-year-old has not spoken to media regarding his new adventure since leaving Henderson Eels forContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i speaks about his first professional experience and his expectations in European football”
Leon Kofana gives up Nadi’s deal in Fiji; set to rejoin Henderson Eels
Things have changed rapidly for the Jetsetters: Solomon Islands’ defender Leon Kofana had agreed to terms with Nadi and was expected to stay in Fiji after playing in international friendly matches for his country. However, he made a late decision to return to Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands. Kofana is not anymore playingContinue reading “Leon Kofana gives up Nadi’s deal in Fiji; set to rejoin Henderson Eels”
Gagame Feni double confirms Solomon Islands as winners of the Tri-Nations as they beat Fiji
In the final matchday of the Tri-Nations tournament played at Churchill Park in Lautoka, Fiji on the 26th of March 2023, Gagame Feni scored a brace for the Solomon Islands to secure a 2-0 win over Fiji. Feni, who was the top scorer of the previous season’s Telekom S-League for Kossa FC, opened the scoringContinue reading “Gagame Feni double confirms Solomon Islands as winners of the Tri-Nations as they beat Fiji”
Raphael Lea’i still unavailable as Velež Mostar loses local derby against Zrinjski
The local derby between Velež and Zrinjski in Mostar is always one of the most highly anticipated matches in the m:tel Premier League, and this year’s matchup lived up to expectations. Unfortunately for Velež, they were unable to come out on top, ultimately losing 3-1 to their fierce rivals. Despite the presence of a strongContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i still unavailable as Velež Mostar loses local derby against Zrinjski”
