FIFA U-17 WOMEN'S WORLD CUP - NEW ZEALAND FACE WAIKATO CLUB
Wednesday, 30 April 08, 15:27 PM
HAMILTON - The well-performed New Zealand Under 17 girls soccer team will be playing in Hamilton on Saturday.
"Matches like this are great," Temple said. "The intensity and speed of boys' play is what girls international football is like.
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AS MONT DORE REVIVE PLAYOFF RACE WITH WIN OVER AS MAGENTA
Wednesday, 30 April 08, 14:53 PM
AS Mont Dore has revived the Super Ligue’s playoff title race with an upset 1-0 win over AS Magenta at Stade Numa Daly on Saturday.
AS Magenta were hoping to be crowned champions with a win but instead suffered their first defeat of the playoffs at the hands of a very motivated Mont Dore side
A goal from Mont Dore striker Ramon Djamali was enough to earn his side the win and close the gap on the playoff leaders to three points.
AS Kirikitr took advantage of AS Magentas loss by beating JS Baco 3-2 in a tense match to remain in the title race.
George Gope Fenepej fired Kirikitr into the lead with two fine strikes in the first half before Pat Wajoka made it 3-0 just before half time.
The game looked over but JS Baco came out firing in the second half to reignite the action.
Enrick Poadjare climbed highest from a corner to fire a header into the top corner in the 53rd minute before Stefan My converted an 85th minute penalty to send a scare through the Baco camp.
But they managed to hold on and now sit 5 points behind Playoff leaders AS Magenta
The loss for Baco was their fifth in a row in play off matches and they now sit firmly entrenched at the bottom of the table.
AS MONT-DORE 1 - AS MAGENTA 0
Referee : Laurent Quéré
Goals : Djamali (57e)
AS Mont-Dore - Cautions : Mapou (69e), Kabeu 89e)
AS MONT-DORE : Nonmeu - L. Wakanumuné (Caba 52e), J-P Wakanumuné, Wadrenges (cap.), Wédé - Pelletier (Kabeu 76e), Haeweng, Harper, Mapou, Diaiké - Djamali. Entraîneur : Charles Teamboueon
AS MAGENTA : Hné - E. Kaudré (Kaqéa 46e), E. Ouka, B. Longue, S. Longue - Wéa, N. Kaudré, M. Bako, Wacapo (Bowen 59e) - Pie. Wajoka (cap.), M. Hmaé (Tidjine 68e). Entraîneur : Jean-Jacques Garcia.
AS KIRIKITR 3 - JS BACO 2
Referee : Martial Ducoin
AS Kirikitr goals : G. Gope-Fenepej (27e, 41e), Pat. Wajoka (42e s.p.)
JS Baco : Poadjaré (53e), My (85e s.p.)
JS Baco cautions: D. Wayaridri (39e), M. Wayaridri (42e), My (76e)
AS KIRIKITR : A. Ione - Ixoée, Kofi, Midraïa, Viliamo-Passa - Hapélama (cap.), Goïce (Laen 90e), G. Gope-Fenepej, Pat. Wajoka, - F. Ioné (Midraïa, 79e), Ilengo (Read 64e). Entraîneur : Jules Hméun
JS BACO : M. Wayaridri - Villepreux, D. Wayaridri, Pourouda (F. Tiaouniane 71e), Tarawie - Moagou (Pawawi 85e), Tagawa (cap.), Wabéalo, Drawilo, Poadjaré - My (J-P Tiaouniane 88e). Entraîneur : Raymond Wayaridri.
Super Ligue Play-off 2007-2008
| Nom de l’equipe |
Points |
Joue |
Gagne |
Nul |
Perdu |
Buts Pour |
Buts Contre |
GD |
|
| 1 |
AS Magenta |
14 |
4 |
3 |
1 |
0 |
15 |
3 |
12 |
| 2 |
AS Mont Dore |
11 |
4 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
7 |
7 |
0 |
| 3 |
AS Kirikitr |
9 |
4 |
1 |
2 |
1 |
8 |
6 |
2 |
| 4 |
JS Baco |
4 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
0 |
14 |
-14 |
Super Ligue Play-Downs 2007-2008
| Nom de l’equipe |
Points |
Joue |
Gagne |
Nul |
Perdu |
Buts Pour |
Buts Contre |
GD |
|
| 1 |
AS Lossi |
24 |
2 |
1 |
0 |
1 |
3 |
3 |
0 |
| 2 |
AS Temala |
13 |
2 |
0 |
1 |
1 |
4 |
5 |
-1 |
| 3 |
AS Thio Sport |
11 |
1 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
| 4 |
ACB Poya |
10 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
0 |
5 |
4 |
1 |
| 5 |
FC Gaitcha |
1 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
1 |
2 |
-1 |
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MAKURU OFF TO WINNING START IN DJ LEAGUE TOP 8
Wednesday, 30 April 08, 11:59 AM
HONIARA - Makuru FC got off to an impressive start in the DJ League's Top 8 opening match by beating Marist 2-1 at Lawson Tama Stadium last night.
But their win came at a price as influential defender Nelson Sale saw red and was sent for an early shower and faces suspension and mandatory fine for the his offense.
Makuru started the match confidently and established their dominance over Marist early on.
John Anite gave Makuru an early lead for after he latched onto a through ball before clinically dispatching past the Marist keeper in the first half.
Marist bounced back when national Under 23 rep Joachim Waroi rounded the keeper before releasing the ball to John Wayne who bundled it into the net to level the scores.
But the current Honiara Football Association champions kept up the pressure and pounded Marist's goalmouth only to be denied by some brilliant reflex saves from national goalkeeper Fred Hale who marked his return to outdoor soccer by appearing for his former club.
Alick Maemae put Makuru back in front before the break, finishing off some impressive build up play with a well placed finish.
Makuru had the better of the goal scoring opportunities in the second half with Batram Suri, Ezra Sale and George Abba all going close.
But the score line stood and Makuru Coach Silas Milikada was delighted with his teams start to the Top 8 competition.
Sale received his red card for intentionally crashing into a Marist player in the second half of their match.
Confirming Sale's suspension, chairman of the Honiara Football Association Normalisation Committee overseeing the eight-club competition Aloysio Ma'ahanoa said a $200 fee is also imposed beside his two match suspension.
"He will miss two crucial matches and will only be allowed to take the field if the fine is paid in full," the committee said.
Sale's suspension sends a clear warning to all participating clubs that any player who receives a red card will be suspended and a fine imposed on him.
Meanwhile, Koloale and Uncles FC will meet in fiery encounter this afternoon when they meet in their opening league match.
Koloale would be looking to striker Oscar Sara, to provide the goals upfront while Uncles will be relying on Junior Billy (Kidstone's young brother) to win them the match.
Stakes will be high with both teams aware that a loss will hinder their progress through to the semi finals.
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NEW ZEALAND FOOTBALL CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Wednesday, 30 April 08, 10:56 AM
New Zealand Football is on the verge of possibly its most challenging but opportune time in recent years. Activity, interest and the overall scale of the game have all grown significantly, and the challenge for the sport in New Zealand is to translate that growth into sustainable commercial success.
The Chief Executive is charged with leading the organisation and the game in delivering that vision.
The successful candidate will be a strong leader who can take responsibility to drive strategy through improved stakeholder relationships and with a ‘hands-on’ operational approach.
The ideal candidate will have:
· Proven business and commercial acumen
· Astute financial sense, with demonstrated strategic and business planning experience and a track record of achievement and delivery
· Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to develop relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
· Passion for, and background in, sports administration at a national or senior regional level.
This appointment represents an outstanding opportunity to utilise your proven general management experience and create absolute best practice growth and administration for a sporting code.
To apply, please visit www.momentum.co.nz and enter reference number 99783 on the home page. Alternatively, email your CV to jobs@momentum.co.nz quoting the reference number. For further information in strict confidence, please contact Gary Adam on (09) 306 5500.
Applications close on May 2.
Please note all applications will be acknowledged electronically unless otherwise specified.
Please visit www.nzfootball.co.nz for all the latest football news from New Zealand
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WAITAKERE'S KRISHNA TO TRAIN WITH THE PHOENIX
Tuesday, 29 April 08, 14:45 PM
Waitakere United striker Roy Krishna will spend two weeks training with the Wellington Phoenix from Monday May 5; it was announced today in a joint statement by both clubs.
Waitakere United Chairman Rex Dawkins is delighted that a young player of such promise is being given the opportunity by the Phoenix to work with Coach Ricki Herbert and experience life as a fulltime professional in an environment such as the Phoenix can offer.
“Roy is a player of prodigious talent and one we are pleased to have on our books at Waitakere United. It is clear however that he is destined for higher honours and bigger stage in the long term. Our discussions with Ricki and the Phoenix were general in the sense of providing opportunities for promising young players but quickly focused on just that sort of chance for Roy. They are our professional outlet in New Zealand and if we are to promote young players out of the NZFC we must forge strong relationships with them.”
Herbert is looking forward to hosting Krishna in the first of what could be regular opportunities for players in the NZFC.
“As a club we are aware of our responsibilities to the local game and to young players at NZFC clubs. Some may see us as a stepping stone to Europe or bigger leagues, others will see us as the pinnacle and an opportunity to earn a living as a full time player. Either way we have a role to play in the development of football in New Zealand and the region of Oceania.
“We are of course focused on winning and consequently will only look at players who we believe have a shot at a future as a fulltime professional, in this case that player happens to be a young Fijian with great potential, we are happy to work closely with Waitakere United in developing a player of some talent. Obviously I would hope that New Zealand players of similar promise emerge from throughout the country to one day receive the same opportunity.”
Herbert has moved however to immediately quash rumours that Krishna will sign for the Phoenix for the upcoming Hyundai A-League season.
“Roy is not a possible signing for this season, he will merely spend time with us in a professional environment to learn and develop. It will also give me the chance to see him first hand, maybe with an eye to future seasons but not this year. Roy will return and play for Waitakere United in the 2008/09 NZFC.”
Krishna is seen as the best talent to come out of Fiji and indeed Oceania in some years. He was first spotted by well known coach and Oceania football identity Carlos Buzzetti playing in his local village of Labasa on an outlying Fijian island away from the mainland.
Since he has gone on to star for the Fiji U20 side and finish the Oceania World Cup qualifying tournament at Trusts Stadium in 2007 as leading scorer. At age 20 he has already appeared for the Fijian national team and appeals as a long term prospect to play in Europe.
For now though the quietly spoken brilliantly quick striker will enjoy two weeks working with the Phoenix and experiencing life as a professional footballer. He will then return to play out the winter season with Waitakere City before turning out in the next NZFC season for Waitakere United. He is ineligible for Waitakere United’s current O-League campaign, having been signed outside the transfer window for that tournament.
Fiji senior team coach Buzzetti is thinks the world of Krishna's abilities, as indicated by these comments in an article on FIFA.com last year.
"I have no doubt he can play in Europe," the boss remarked. "He has the right attitude and all the ability. He is small in stature but he is very strong and when he gets hit, he pops straight back up. I think he would be suited to a continental style such as Spain or Italy.
"In South America, Krishna would be in big demand," the Uruguayan boss added.
For now Krishna has high expectations with Waitakere United in the next NZFC but for the next two weeks anyway, he will be a keen devotee of the Wellington Phoenix.
Story courtesy of NZF Media. For more visit www.nzfc.co.nz
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LUWI AND NAKA EARN KOSSA O-LEAGUE GLORY
Saturday, 26 April 08, 23:33 PM
HONIARA – Twenty thousand fans packed into Lawson Tama Stadium in Honiara today to see Solomon Islands champions Kossa FC upset Waitakere United in the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) O-League First Leg Final.
Joe Luwi and James Naka were the heroes for the home side as their goals propelled Kossa to a 3-1 win and puts a trip to Japan for the FIFA Club World Cup in December firmly in their sights.
Centre back Jonathon Perry scored the only goal for the visitors in very hot and humid conditions and will provide some comfort for the Waitakere party, knowing now that a 2-0 win in the return leg in Auckland on May 11th will see them regain their crown as OFC O-League champions.
Kossa drew energy from the loud vivacious Honiara support and took the game to Waitakere with Reginald Davani and James Naka causing problems early on.
Waitakere looked like they were struggling with the heat and were made to pay in the 21st minute when James Naka found some space outside the Waitakere box and fired a 30 yard missile into the underside of the crossbar. Joe Luwi was the quickest player to react and swiftly tucked the rebound home to give the hosts the perfects start.
The visitors struggled to get out of first gear for much of the half and but for a few dazzling runs by Solomon Island star Benjamin Totori, failed to trouble the Kossa defense.
It was Joe Luwi who struck again for Kossa in the 42nd minute and again it was his predatory instincts that made the goal. Davani’s left footed shot was spilled by Richard Gillespie and Luwi was there to tuck it home in clinical fashion.
Waitakere obviously benefitted from a much needed water break at halftime and came out the more invigorated side in the second half.
Jonathan Perry rose highest from a Neil Sykes corner in the 48th minute to pull one back for Waitakere and it looked like the halftime water had woken them from their daze.
But the relentless attack we have come to expect from Waitakere never came and Kossa slowly started to gain the edge back.
As the heat began to take its toll the speed of the game slowed and it looked like Waitakere’s best chances would come from set plays. Neil Emblen went close when he arrived unannounced at the far post from a free kick only to square his header across the six yard box to a spot where a striker should have been.
Kossa gained in confidence as the half wore on and Naka was instrumental in all their attacking play. He let fly with a series of long range efforts which whistled just wide of the Waitakere post.
Kossa grabbed a crucial third goal in the 89th minute when Naka jinxed his way through the Waitakere box before deftly clipping the ball over the on rushing Gillespie to produce screams of joy from the local faithful.
After the final whistle Waitakere Coach Chris Milicich acknowledged that heat had played a major factor in the match and was confident his side could turn the final around in the second leg.
“We’ll go back home and win 2-0, end of story. Kossa played well today and managed the heat well but now they have to come down to our place and play and it will be a completely different proposition down there.
“I thought it was our flattest performance in 28 games this year, we’ve never conceded 3 goals all year and it was just very sloppy. No one stood out for us everyone was poor.”
Kossa playmaker Naka was filled with emotion after the game and was enjoying the moment.
“I am very excited at this moment. We all knew that Waitakere are very experienced and it is a great result for us. When we went 2-0 up I was so happy and the thought went through my mind for the first time that we could be representing Oceania.”
Davani was also excited by the result but vary wary that the side still has a long way to go before they are crowned champions.
“It’s not over, its only one game. We’re just halfway there. They are a very good side, they are going to be playing at home and it will be a lot harder. But I am still very happy.”
Squads:
Kossa:; 4. Tome FAISI; 5. Samson TAKAYAMA; 6. Mahlon MAEMANIA;; 10. Francis NEE; 11. Joe LUWI; 13. James NAKA; 15.Seni NGAVA; 16. Paul WALE (20. Willie SADE 89’); 17. Gideon OMOKIRIO; 19. Reginald DAVANI; 21. Severino AEFI;
Subs: 1. John MORGAN; 3. Sam MAENA; 8. Philip ASHLEY; 9. Samson WAAHERO; 12. Roy ENORI; 14. Terry Oiaka;
Coach: Jacob MOLI (SOL)
Cautions: 19. Reginald Davani 47’;
Red Cards: none
Waitakere: 1. Richard Gillispie; 2. Jonathan PERRY; 6. Darren BAZELY;; 8. Commins MENAPI (14. Hoani EDWARDS 78’); 9. Benjamin TOTORI; 10. Allen PEARCE (21. Graham PEARCE 87’); 11. Neil SYKES; 13. Danijel KOPRIVCIC (7. Jason HAYNE 43’); 15. Christopher BALE; 16. Neil EMBLEN; 17. Jake BUTLER;
Subs: 5. Danny HAY; 20. Jason ROWLEY; 22. Simon EADDY;
Coach: Chris Milicich (NZL)
Cautions: 7. Jason Hayne 47’; 8. Commins Menapi 77’; 14. Hoani Edwards 77’;
Red Cards: none
Referee: Rakesh VARMAN (FIJ)
Assistant Referee 1: Andrew ACHARI
Assistant Referee 2: Mahit CHILIA (VAN)
Fourth Official: Lencie FRED (VAN)
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