Ata Inia, the 24-year-old Tongan winger, has signed a one-year contract with Chanthaburi, a club in Thailand’s second-tier football league. Inia, who played for Navy FC, Chainat FC, and Phrae United last season, continues his professional journey in Thailand with this new move. In the previous season, Inia played 29 matches for Phrae United, scoringContinue reading “Tonga’s football star Ata Inia signs for a new club in Thailand”
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Tongan football celebrates famous victory over Papua New Guinea as they finish second at U-16 OFC Men’s Championship – Qualifying Stage
Tonga’s victory over Papua New Guinea in the U-16 OFC Men’s Championship Qualifying Stage at Teufaiva Stadium, Nuku’alofa, was more than just a win; it was a historic milestone for Tongan football. The 7-0 triumph not only showcased their potential but also highlighted the growing talent within the Tongan youth ranks. At the forefront ofContinue reading “Tongan football celebrates famous victory over Papua New Guinea as they finish second at U-16 OFC Men’s Championship – Qualifying Stage”
Solomon Islands beats Tonga to confirm first place finish in OFC Olympic Qualifiers’ Group B
In the latest developments at the OFC Olympic Qualifier, the Solomon Islands U-23 team has emerged as a formidable force, clinching victory in all three of their pool matches. With an unwavering performance in the group stage, they have earned themselves a spot in the highly anticipated semi-final clash against Fiji. In a remarkable displayContinue reading “Solomon Islands beats Tonga to confirm first place finish in OFC Olympic Qualifiers’ Group B”
Vanuatu puts four past Tonga at OFC Olympic Qualifiers
Trusts Arena in Auckland is home of the OFC Olympic Qualifiers, the Vanuatu U23 football team displayed an impressive performance, securing a resounding 4-0 victory over Tonga. This victory marked a triumphant rebound for the Vanuatu side, coached by the experienced Etienne Mermer, after a disappointing 3-0 defeat at the hands of the Solomon Islands.Continue reading “Vanuatu puts four past Tonga at OFC Olympic Qualifiers”
Tonga’s only professional player Inia moves to Thailand’s second-tier
Ata Inia, Tonga’s only professional football player, is embarking on a new chapter in his career after his stint with Thailand’s third-division side, Navy FC. The 23-year-old forward has confirmed his move to Chainat Hornbill, a team that was once a participant in the top division of Thai football but now competes in the secondContinue reading “Tonga’s only professional player Inia moves to Thailand’s second-tier”
OFC Champions League qualifying stage: Veitongo and Ilaoa & To’omata is cancelled
The second match of the day (24th Feb) in Apia counting for the OFC Champions League qualifying stage between Veitongo from Tonga and Ilaoa & To’omata from American Samoa has been cancelled. According to multiple sources linked to the clubs, the bad weather conditions forced the match to be called off; the decisive encounter betweenContinue reading “OFC Champions League qualifying stage: Veitongo and Ilaoa & To’omata is cancelled”
OFC Champions League: Lupe o le Soaga has dominant performance and thrashes Veitongo in Apia
Lupe o le Soaga’s dominant 9-0 win over Veitongo in the OFC Champions League qualifying stage was a strong statement of the team’s capabilities. This victory marked their second consecutive win after their 13-0 win over Ilaoa & To’omata in their first match. The game saw a number of impressive performances from Lupe o leContinue reading “OFC Champions League: Lupe o le Soaga has dominant performance and thrashes Veitongo in Apia”
OFC Champions League: Tupapa Maraerenga beats Veitongo in competition opener
In the opening game of the OFC Champions League qualifying stage, Veitongo FC from Tonga faced Tupapa Maraerenga from the Cook Islands. The match took place at the Apia, Samoa, and it was an intense encounter between the two teams. However, it was Tupapa Maraerenga who came out on top with a 1-0 victory. TheContinue reading “OFC Champions League: Tupapa Maraerenga beats Veitongo in competition opener”
Veitongo celebrates national title in Tonga
Veitongo continues its dominance in Tongan football; recently the most succesful football club from the Kingdom of Tonga celebrated once again a national title in Nuku’alofa. The team will once again represent the country at the OFC Champions League as they hammered Navutoka in the final match of the national league – a comprehensive 9-1Continue reading “Veitongo celebrates national title in Tonga”
U-17 OFC Championship: Fiji beats Tonga in a rainy day in Suva
Fijians and Tongans needed to overcome the rain and wet pitch in Suva in the final match of the group stage of the U-17 OFC Championship. The Fijians were expected a massive victory over the minnows, but the weather was a fierce rival for the local side. Due to the rain, the match needed toContinue reading “U-17 OFC Championship: Fiji beats Tonga in a rainy day in Suva”
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