Vanuatu’s government has awarded financial incentives to members of its men’s and women’s national football teams following their successful campaigns at the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji. Each player from the women’s championship-winning squad received VT200,000, while members of the men’s team were awarded VT150,000 each in recognition of their runners-up finish. TheContinue reading “Vanuatu rewards women’s MSG Cup champions with VT200,000 each as men’s team also recognised”
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Brian Kaltak nearing training return after missing Perth Glory’s opening A-League matches
Vanuatu international defender Brian Kaltak could soon return to training with Perth Glory after missing the opening three matches of the 2026/27 A-League Men season due to a knee injury. The 32-year-old centre-back has been unavailable since the beginning of the campaign, but the latest update from head coach Adam Griffiths suggests that his recoveryContinue reading “Brian Kaltak nearing training return after missing Perth Glory’s opening A-League matches”
“A no-brainer”: William Tønning explains why he chose Vanuatu United over staying in New Zealand
Danish goalkeeper William Tønning has revealed that the warmth of the people of Vanuatu played a decisive role in his decision to join Vanuatu United for the 2027 OFC Professional League season. Speaking exclusively to Oceania Football Center, the 27-year-old reflected on his experience in Port Vila, his emotional departure from Napier City Rovers andContinue reading ““A no-brainer”: William Tønning explains why he chose Vanuatu United over staying in New Zealand”
Galaxy FC defeat Ifira Black Bird to win PVFA Super League Opening Cup in Vanuatu
Galaxy FC have claimed the first trophy of the 2026/27 football season in Vanuatu after defeating Ifira Black Bird FC 1-0 in the Port Vila Football Association (PVFA) Super League Opening Cup final on Saturday, 31 October, at Port Vila Stadium. The victory gives the reigning Super League champions another domestic honour as they prepareContinue reading “Galaxy FC defeat Ifira Black Bird to win PVFA Super League Opening Cup in Vanuatu”
From Wrexham winner to Vanuatu: Luke Flowerdew joins the Chiefs for OFC Pro League 2027
Vanuatu United FC have strengthened their attacking options ahead of the 2027 OFC Professional League season with the signing of New Zealand striker Luke Flowerdew. The 20-year-old forward, who developed through the Wellington Phoenix academy, arrives with experience in New Zealand’s domestic competitions and a memorable goal against English club Wrexham AFC. Flowerdew attracted considerableContinue reading “From Wrexham winner to Vanuatu: Luke Flowerdew joins the Chiefs for OFC Pro League 2027”
Tahiti reach Beach Soccer Nations Cup final as New Caledonia keep qualification hopes alive
Tahiti have secured their place in the final of the 2026 OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup after defeating Solomon Islands 7-4 in an entertaining encounter at Aorai Tini Hau in Pirae on Monday, 26 October, while New Caledonia recovered from a dramatic Vanuatu comeback to claim a crucial 7-5 victory. The results leave theContinue reading “Tahiti reach Beach Soccer Nations Cup final as New Caledonia keep qualification hopes alive”
Tahiti and Solomon Islands make emphatic starts to OFC Beach Soccer Nations Cup with 28 goals combined
Tahiti and Solomon Islands opened their 2026 OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup campaigns with commanding victories on Saturday, 24 October, scoring a combined 28 goals at Aorai Tini Hau in Pirae. The hosts overwhelmed Vanuatu 18-1, while Solomon Islands defeated New Caledonia 10-5, establishing themselves as the early frontrunners in the competition. The TikiContinue reading “Tahiti and Solomon Islands make emphatic starts to OFC Beach Soccer Nations Cup with 28 goals combined”
Vanuatu beach soccer team pays emotional tribute to late Tahiti international Eddy Kaspard
Vanuatu’s national beach soccer team paid a touching tribute to the late Tahiti international Eddy Kaspard during their visit to French Polynesia for the 2026 OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup, visiting his family in Papara to honour a footballer whose life connected both Pacific nations. The visit was confirmed by the Oceania Football Confederation,Continue reading “Vanuatu beach soccer team pays emotional tribute to late Tahiti international Eddy Kaspard”
Tafea face Galaxy as PVFA Opening Cup semifinals promise exciting clashes in Port Vila
The 2026/27 Port Vila Football Association Super League Opening Cup reaches its semifinal stage on Saturday, 24 October, with Tafea FC facing reigning league champions Galaxy FC and Ifira Black Bird FC meeting North Efate United FC at Port Vila Stadium. All four clubs advanced from the group stage unbeaten, each collecting four points fromContinue reading “Tafea face Galaxy as PVFA Opening Cup semifinals promise exciting clashes in Port Vila”
Tahiti chase fourth consecutive title as five nations prepare for OFC Beach Soccer Nations Cup
Tahiti will attempt to extend their dominance of Oceania beach soccer when the 2026 OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup begins on Thursday, 22 October, at Aorai Tini Hau in Pirae, with five Pacific nations competing for the regional title and qualification for the 2027 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup. The Tiki Toa enter theContinue reading “Tahiti chase fourth consecutive title as five nations prepare for OFC Beach Soccer Nations Cup”