Brian Kaltak, the 30-year-old central defender from Vanuatu and standout player for the Central Coast Mariners, has once again been honored with a spot in the Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) “Team of the Year”. This marks the second consecutive season that Kaltak has received this accolade, proving his exceptional performances and consistent contributions on theContinue reading “Brian Kaltak earns spot in PFA “Team of the Year” for second consecutive season in A-League”
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OFC Champions League: Ifira Black Bird will have only 12 players available for their debut match against AS Pirae
Ifira Black Bird Football Club, Vanuatu’s national champions, is facing significant challenges as they prepare for their opening match in the OFC Champions League against Tahiti’s AS Pirae. The match is scheduled for Friday, May 17, 2024, at 2:45 PM Vanuatu time. Despite their determination, logistical hurdles have severely impacted their preparations and squad availability.Continue reading “OFC Champions League: Ifira Black Bird will have only 12 players available for their debut match against AS Pirae”
Ifira Black Bird’s arrival delayed in Tahiti for OFC Champions League; schedule changed once again
Ifira Black Bird FC’s journey to the OFC Men’s Champions League 2024 in Tahiti has been significantly disrupted, leading to a new reshuffle of the tournament schedule. The team from Port Vila, Vanuatu, faced multiple travel hurdles that have delayed their arrival and forced the tournament organizers to adjust match dates accordingly. The initial delayContinue reading “Ifira Black Bird’s arrival delayed in Tahiti for OFC Champions League; schedule changed once again”
Vanuatu’s rising star Nicolas King scored his first goal in Australia
Recently former Mauriki and youth international from Vanuatu, the defender Nicolas King, signed for Valentine FC in Australia’s NPL New South Wales. The player is already having impact as he scored in the last weekend in a 4-2 loss of his side against Broadmeadow Magic. Despite the defeat, the 20-year-old central back and his teamContinue reading “Vanuatu’s rising star Nicolas King scored his first goal in Australia”
Brian Kaltak’s Central Coast Mariners beats nine-men Sydney FC in A-League’s semifinal first leg
Brian Kaltak led Central Coast Mariners to a thrilling 2-1 victory over Sydney FC in the A-League semifinal first leg, showcasing his defensive prowess for the full 90 minutes. Despite Sydney taking the lead through Joel King’s goal in the 25th minute, Mariners fought back before halftime with Josh Nisbet’s injury-time equalizer. The momentum shiftedContinue reading “Brian Kaltak’s Central Coast Mariners beats nine-men Sydney FC in A-League’s semifinal first leg”
Ifira Black Bird’s OFC Champions League debut marred by travel woes
Vanuatu champions’ Ifira Black Bird finds itself in a predicament as it gears up for its debut in OFC Champions League. Set to compete in the most important club football competition of Oceania, the team’s journey to glory has hit a turbulent patch due to unforeseen airfare issues. The OFC Champions League, a platform whereContinue reading “Ifira Black Bird’s OFC Champions League debut marred by travel woes”
Brian Kaltak wins continental tournament as Central Coast Mariners beats Al-Ahed in AFC Cup grand final
In a match full of drama, Vanuatu international and national team captain Brian Kaltak has etched his name in Oceania football history by leading the back of Central Coast Mariners in the victory in the AFC Cup. In a match filled with nail-biting tension, Mariners secured the win with a late strike from Alou Kuol,Continue reading “Brian Kaltak wins continental tournament as Central Coast Mariners beats Al-Ahed in AFC Cup grand final”
Brian Kaltak’s Central Coast Mariners ready for the final showdown in continental stage
The Vanuatu national team captain Brian Kaltak is going to be one of the leaders of his Central Coast Mariners this Sunday (05th May) as they take on Al-Ahed from Lebanon in the grand final match of the AFC Cup – the second most important club competition of Asian continent. After a long road, MarinersContinue reading “Brian Kaltak’s Central Coast Mariners ready for the final showdown in continental stage”
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”
Brian Kaltak and Central Coast Mariners celebrate the Premier’s Plate in A-League
In a rainy night in Gosford, Australia the Vanuatu superstar Brian Kaltak achieved one more key milestone in his exceptional football career. The central defender helped his side Central Coast Mariners to win the Premier’s Plate of the 2023/24 season, a feat the club did not achieve for 12 years. The plate is awarded toContinue reading “Brian Kaltak and Central Coast Mariners celebrate the Premier’s Plate in A-League”
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