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Dominant New Zealand win OFC U-16 Women’s Championship 2025

14 August 2025
Dominant New Zealand win OFC U-16 Women’s Championship 2025

Samoa’s hopes of making history on home soil were dashed by three first half goals from a determined New Zealand side. New Zealand perhaps didn’t come into this game as the clear-cut favourites like they had done in previous years, having been put under immense pressure by New Caledonia in the semi-final, going into half…

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14 August 2025
New Caledonia claim bronze with dominant win over Solomon Islands

A commanding 6-0 first half from New Caledonia set the stage for a dominant display, sealing a 9-0 win over the Solomon Islands in the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship 2025 3rd Place Playoff. New Caledonia’s attacking talisman Kinë Hmaen produced a breathtaking individual performance, netting five first-half goals in a one-sided opening period. Hmaen announced…

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14 August 2025
Vacancy | Media & Communications Officer

We are currently seeking a proactive and experienced Media and Communications Officer to support the delivery of high-quality media services across OFC tournaments and events, including the upcoming OFC Professional League in January 2026. Based in Auckland, New Zealand, this is an exciting opportunity to shape how football is experienced, seen, and shared across Oceania and the globe. About The Role…

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13 August 2025
OFC U-16 Women’s Championship final: Samoa and New Zealand renew rivalry

History and pride will be on the line when Samoa and New Zealand meet in the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship 2025 final in Apia tomorrow. It’s a rematch of last year’s decider in Fiji, when New Zealand defeated Samoa 4-0 to claim their second straight title. This year the hosts are chasing their first title…

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13 August 2025
How to Watch | OFC U-16 Men’s Championship 2025

The OFC U-16 Men’s Championship 2025 kicks off in Solomon Islands on Sunday August 17. Every match in Honiara is available to watch LIVE and FREE on FIFA+ Download the FIFA+ app on the App Store or Google Play All kick-off times shown as local Solomon Islands time Match Day 1 Sunday, August 17 Cook…

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12 August 2025
Tonga edge Fiji to claim 5th at OFC U-16 Women’s Championship

India-May Mann produced a moment of individual brilliance to seal a 1-0 victory for Tonga over Fiji, securing 5th place at the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship in Apia. The decisive strike came in the 70th minute when the young forward latched onto a through ball and delivered an exquisite finish to put Tonga ahead. Just…

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12 August 2025
Tahiti secure 7th with victory over American Samoa at the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship

Tahiti have closed out their OFC U-16 Women’s Championship campaign on a high, defeating American Samoa 2-0 in the 7th-place play-off in Apia. With the stakes high, the loser bound for next year’s Qualifying tournament and the winner retaining Championship status, Tahiti struck early. In the 10th minute, Anikua Nekrouf swivelled inside the box before…

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11 August 2025
New Zealand book title decider against Samoa and qualify for World Cup

New Zealand has overcome a stern challenge from New Caledonia 4-2 to join Samoa in the final of the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship, and at next year’s FIFA U-17 World Cup in Morocco. It’s not often New Zealand sides feel a sense of relief when they win matches in OFC competitions, but Alana Gunn’s side…

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11 August 2025
Samoa reach final and secure second straight FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup berth

Samoa has booked its spot in the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship final for the second consecutive year, and with it, a place at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco next year. Juan Chang Urrea’s side has powered past the Solomon Islands 5-0 in the first semi-final in Apia, to the delight of a…

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10 August 2025
OFC U-16 Women’s Championship semi-finals: So much at stake

Tomorrow’s semi-finals are more than a step towards the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship title, they are a direct gateway to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026. The two winners will not only fight for the title, but also secure Oceania’s prized qualification spots on the global stage. Hosts Samoa enter the first semi-final in…

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