The Cook Islands produced one of the biggest results in their senior men’s football history on Wednesday, defeating Tahiti 3-2 at the CIFA Complex in Rarotonga to record their first-ever victory over the Toa Aito. Benjamin Mata scored twice during an extraordinary opening nine minutes before Tremaine Rimene-Albrett struck the decisive third goal shortly afterContinue reading “Cook Islands rewrite 55 years of history with first-ever win over Tahiti in Rarotonga”
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Tahiti claim win as Cook Islands begin new chapter on historic Rarotonga return
Tahiti began a new chapter under head coach Joël Fréchet with a 3-1 victory over Cook Islands in Rarotonga, marking a successful return to international football for the Toa Aito after more than a year away from senior international competition. Saturday’s friendly carried significance for both nations. For Tahiti, it was their first senior internationalContinue reading “Tahiti claim win as Cook Islands begin new chapter on historic Rarotonga return”
Joël Fréchet names first Tahiti squad as Toa Aito begin new cycle in Cook Islands
Tahiti are ready to begin a new chapter at senior international level, with new head coach Joël Fréchet naming his first Toa Aito squad for two friendly matches against Cook Islands in Rarotonga. The national team will face Cook Islands at the CIFA Complex on Saturday, 26 September, with kick-off scheduled for 6pm local time,Continue reading “Joël Fréchet names first Tahiti squad as Toa Aito begin new cycle in Cook Islands”
All Whites dominates Tahiti to confirm favouritism and clinch berth at OFC Nations Cup grand final
New Zealand dominated Tahiti with a resounding 5-0 victory in the semi-final of the OFC Men’s Nations Cup at VFF Freshwater Stadium in Port Vila on Thursday, securing their place in the final. Coach Darren Bazeley made only one change to the squad that beat Vanuatu 4-0, reintroducing Ben Waine to replace Max Mata. Tahiti,Continue reading “All Whites dominates Tahiti to confirm favouritism and clinch berth at OFC Nations Cup grand final”
Tahiti’s Eddy Kaspard to miss semifinal clash against New Zealand
Tahiti’s national team will face a significant challenge in their upcoming OFC Nations Cup semifinal clash against New Zealand at Freshwater Stadium in Port Vila. The team will be without their key defender Eddy Kaspard, who is sidelined due to an injury. Kaspard, who sustained a fracture during the match against Fiji, expressed his disappointment:Continue reading “Tahiti’s Eddy Kaspard to miss semifinal clash against New Zealand”
Mateo Degrumelle: Tahiti’s talented prodigy confident in upsetting New Zealand
Mateo Degrumelle, the dynamic winger for the Tahiti national team, has been making headlines with his stellar performances in the ongoing OFC Nations Cup. At just 20 years old, Degrumelle has already scored twice, leading his team to the semifinals where they will face the formidable New Zealand. Reflecting on the team’s journey so far,Continue reading “Mateo Degrumelle: Tahiti’s talented prodigy confident in upsetting New Zealand”
Former Cagous and Hienghène Sport defender Pothin Poma makes his debut for Tahiti national team
Pothin Poma, 26-year-old, has emerged as a formidable defender for the Tahitian club AS Dragon and the Tahiti national team. Poma’s football journey is a tale of dedication, talent, and a significant national allegiance switch that has shaped his career. Poma began his footballing career in New Caledonia, representing the nation at both youth andContinue reading “Former Cagous and Hienghène Sport defender Pothin Poma makes his debut for Tahiti national team”
Fiji finishes perfect campaign as they beat Tahiti at OFC Nations Cup final group matchday
In a tense final group stage match at the OFC Men’s Nations Cup 2024, Fiji emerged victorious over Tahiti with a 1-0 win, ensuring both teams progress to the semi-finals in Vanuatu next week. Roy Krishna’s historic 40th international goal, scored from a penalty, was the defining moment of the match, marking his third successfulContinue reading “Fiji finishes perfect campaign as they beat Tahiti at OFC Nations Cup final group matchday”
Thrilling Deadlock: Papua New Guinea improves their game to keep the semi-finals chances alive as they draw against Tahiti
The OFC Men’s Nations Cup 2024 Group B match between Tahiti and Papua New Guinea ended in a thrilling 1-1 draw on match day two. Both teams remain in contention for a semi-final spot as they prepare for the final group match to be played in Suva. Papua New Guinea dominated the early stages ofContinue reading “Thrilling Deadlock: Papua New Guinea improves their game to keep the semi-finals chances alive as they draw against Tahiti”
Tahiti’s star Teaonui Tehau confident in Toa Aito for OFC Nations Cup
Following Tahiti’s 2-0 victory over Samoa, where Teaonui Tehau scored the second goal, the captain of the Toa Aito graciously shared his thoughts with Oceania Football Center. The first goal in this match was netted by French-based attacker Mateo Degrumelle and the second of his own, one more for his tally as the all-time topContinue reading “Tahiti’s star Teaonui Tehau confident in Toa Aito for OFC Nations Cup”
