The OFC Pro League is getting set for a second season, with all eight clubs from the inaugural 2026 competition receiving approval for their 2027 Club Licence applications from the OFC Executive Committee which met in Fiji this week.
This milestone provides a strong base for the continued growth of the OFC Pro League, with all eight clubs demonstrating that they can meet the minimum requirements outlined in the OFC Professional League Club Licensing Regulations.
Club licensing is a critical part of the OFC Pro League framework, ensuring participating clubs continue to develop the structures, governance and standards required to compete at the professional level.
Following approval of their applications, the eight clubs will now progress through to the next stage of the process to confirm their participation, with additional requirements to be fulfilled before the process is completed ahead of the 2027 season.
Head of OFC Pro League, Stuart Larman, said the approval of all eight applications demonstrated the commitment of the clubs to building a stronger professional football environment across Oceania.
“Reaching Season 2 is an important moment for the OFC Pro League and for the continued development of professional football in the region,” Larman said.
“Having all eight clubs approved at this stage reflects the commitment they have made to meeting the standards required to operate at this level. This is about more than simply preparing for another season – it is about building strong, sustainable independent clubs that can contribute to the future of football across Oceania.
“We now look forward to working closely with the clubs as they complete the remaining participation requirements and prepare for what promises to be another exciting chapter for the league.”
The second season will build on the foundations established during the competition’s inaugural campaign, the title claimed by Auckland FC, providing a platform for clubs and players to compete at the highest level of club football in the Oceania region, meeting the vision of the OFC Exco.
Details of Season 2 dates, host countries, and venues will be released shortly.