The New Zealand All Whites are only a draw away from securing their place in the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ – OFC Stage 3 final after a 2-0 win against a gutsy Fijian side at Churchill Park in Lautoka today. After being held scoreless in the first half by Fiji, it fell to All…
After a bright start to their 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ Qualifying campaign, previously high-flying Ecuador have slipped into the intercontinental playoff spot after defeat to Paraguay on match day 13. Los Amarillos started the Elimatorias with 13 points from a possible 15 to lead the standings but have claimed just seven points in the…
The Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) is inviting applicants for the position of Women’s Football Development Officer. This individual will be responsible for organising, implementing and managing the Girls and Women’s Football strategies and programmes in the Cook Islands. The role will also include delivering elements of the programme, as it grows and develops. The…
New Zealand have defeated Fiji 2-0 in the first match of their two-legged clash for Group A in the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ – OFC Stage 3. Fiji: 20. Beniamino MATEINAQARA (GK), 3. Kavaia RAWAQA, 4. Dave RADRIGAI, 7. Epeli SAUKURU, 8. Setareki HUGHES, 9. Roy KRISHNA (C), 12. Remueru TEKIATE, 15. Osea VAKATALESAU, 16. Peniame…
When Fédération Tahitienne de Football President Thierry Ariiotima announced in late 2016 that “women’s football is a priority from now on”, there was one young girl whose interest was piqued. Vaihei Samin has plans to make it as a professional and with the backing of the federation and her family she believes that dream is…
Wellington Phoenix striker Roy Krishna is looking forward to taking on New Zealand in front of a home crowd on Saturday after an overwhelming welcome to Fiji from friends, family and fans. “I knew straight away it was going to be pretty awesome. I felt like I was already home when I was on the…
After working his way back from serious injury, New Zealand All White Deklan Wynne is delighted to now be fully fit and is targeting a big year as he looks to establish himself for both club and country. The 22-year-old is one of a number of bright prospects in Anthony Hudson’s squad for their two-legged…
The Solomon Islands may have missed the last edition of the OFC U-17 Women’s Championship but with this year’s edition just around the corner the preparations are already underway. Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF) has assembled a wider training squad to start trials this weekend to secure their place in the team. SIFF Technical Director…
The Fiji national team carry the weight of a nation as they prepare for tomorrow’s encounter with New Zealand, but after a visit to Jasper Williams High School in Lautoka, the team is feeling more determined than ever to do their country proud. The Bula Boys were greeted by a swarm of screaming students in…
The Tino family are well known in futsal circles thanks in part to the success of Smith who is considered one of Tahiti’s best and a key member of the national team. At a domestic level, Smith is part of the Viarei team from Punaauia, and with his four brothers Anderson, Steven, Réne and Nelson…