Vanuatu players receive significant bonuses for OFC Nations Cup historic performance

Vanuatu’s national football team players have received substantial financial rewards for their performance in the OFC Nations Cup. Each player was awarded VT190,000 for their efforts, as reported by the Vanuatu Daily Post. The value converted into US Dollars is around U$ 1.580. “The Vanuatu Football Federation (VFF) confirmed the payment as a recognition ofContinue reading “Vanuatu players receive significant bonuses for OFC Nations Cup historic performance”

OFC Nations Cup: Brian Kaltak to lead local talent as Vanuatu enters new era under new coach Juliano Schmeling

The Vanuatu national football team, under the guidance of newly appointed head coach Juliano Schmeling, is set to compete in the OFC Nations Cup, to be held in the vibrant capital of Port Vila. The squad announcement has generated significant excitement among fans, especially with the inclusion of national hero and team captain, Brian Kaltak.Continue reading “OFC Nations Cup: Brian Kaltak to lead local talent as Vanuatu enters new era under new coach Juliano Schmeling”

Vanuatu Football Federation appoints Brazilian head coach to national team spot

The Vanuatu Football Federation (VFF) announced the appointment of Juliano Schmeling from Brazil as the new head coach of the national senior football team – the news were confirmed by local media in Vanuatu. Schmeling, who brings a wealth of experience in both football and futsal, will also lend his expertise to the national futsalContinue reading “Vanuatu Football Federation appoints Brazilian head coach to national team spot”

Changes announced for OFC Nations Cup 2024

The eagerly anticipated OFC Men’s Nations Cup, set to take place next month, has undergone significant changes with the relocation of Group B games from Luganville in Espiritu Santo island, Vanuatu, to Suva, Fiji. This decision comes amidst concerns over flight schedules, particularly with Air Vanuatu, prompting the need for swift adjustments to ensure theContinue reading “Changes announced for OFC Nations Cup 2024”

Vanuatu’s Azariah Soromon undergoes knee surgery in Australia after community support

Azariah Soromon, the dynamic Vanuatu international striker, has recently faced a significant setback in his promising football career. Known for his agility, skill, and goal-scoring prowess, Soromon suffered a devastating injury to his knee, rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). This injury not only put his career on hold but also posed a serious threatContinue reading “Vanuatu’s Azariah Soromon undergoes knee surgery in Australia after community support”

Vanuatu’s win over Mongolia was the first-ever victory against a non-OFC opposition

Vanuatu made history in the world of football with a remarkable victory over Mongolia in the Intercontinental Cup, securing their first-ever win against a non-OFC (Oceania Football Confederation) team. After valiantly battling against Lebanon and India, but falling short, Vanuatu’s national team finally tasted victory in a momentous encounter against Mongolia, winning by a narrowContinue reading “Vanuatu’s win over Mongolia was the first-ever victory against a non-OFC opposition”

Vanuatu beats Mongolia on its final match at Intercontinental Cup

Vanuatu’s national football team celebrated a victory in their final game at the Intercontinental Cup in India, defeating Mongolia with a score of 1-0. After experiencing two defeats earlier in the tournament, Vanuatu was determined to end on a positive note and they certainly did. Right from the start, Vanuatu displayed an aggressive playing style,Continue reading “Vanuatu beats Mongolia on its final match at Intercontinental Cup”

Vanuatu national team to take part of Intercontinental Cup in India this June

Vanuatu’s national football team has accepted an invitation from the All Indian Football Federation (AIFF) to participate in the Intercontinental Cup 2023 tournament in India. The tournament is scheduled to take place from June 9 to 18 in Bhubaneswar, India, and will feature four teams, including Vanuatu, Lebanon, Mongolia, and host nation India. The VanuatuContinue reading “Vanuatu national team to take part of Intercontinental Cup in India this June”

Spokeyjack happy with Vanuatu national team performance after natural disasters affected the country

Vanuatu has still one more match to be played at Churchill Park, in Lautoka. The team coached by Etienne Mermer is set to play against Fiji U-20 side in the Tri-Nations invitational friendly. The first match saw Vanuatu win Fiji national team by 2-1 and in their second game a 2-0 defeat against Solomon Islands.Continue reading “Spokeyjack happy with Vanuatu national team performance after natural disasters affected the country”

Lambert Maltock elected for a second four-year term as OFC president

Lambert Maltock, the current president of the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC), has been re-elected to the position for another four-year term following the FIFA Congress held this week in Kigali, Rwanda. Maltock is also the current president of Vanuatu Football Federation, his home nation. Maltock has been the president of the OFC since 2019, andContinue reading “Lambert Maltock elected for a second four-year term as OFC president”