Ben Aukwai has made history as the first referee from the Solomon Islands to be nominated for the prestigious IFFHS World’s Best Referee 2024 award. Announced on 22 November 2024, Aukwai is one of 20 nominees worldwide, including prominent names like Poland’s Szymon Marciniak, who officiated the 2022 FIFA World Cup final, and English referees […]
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Honiara, Solomon Islands – The Solomon Islands’ capital is set to host the highly anticipated Oceania Rugby 7s in December, further solidifying its status as a premier destination for world-class sporting events. Following the successful 2023 Pacific Games and other regional tournaments, Honiara is embracing its growing reputation as a hub for sports, culture, and
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The Solomon Islands Ports Authority, trading as Solomon Ports, today provided a timely funding assistance of SB$500,000.00 towards hosting the 2024 Oceania Rugby 7s in Honiara next month. The Solomon Islands Government and Oceania Rugby in partnership with the Solomon Islands Rugby Union Federation (SIRUF) signed the hosting agreement in October this year giving rights
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The Solomon Islands men’s and women’s national football teams have seen contrasting movements in their FIFA rankings, reflecting the differing outcomes of their respective campaigns. The men’s team has experienced a clear drop in their FIFA ranking, now sitting below Fiji. This marks a decline since their previous ranking, and the drop can be largely
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The much-anticipated draw for the 2024 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup has been completed, and the groups are set for what promises to be an exciting and competitive tournament in Honara, Solomon Islands. From December 8th to 21st. The draw has placed the Solomon Islands Men’s National Team in Pool A alongside their U23 counterparts, as
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In a thrilling match that had fans on the edge of their seats, New Caledonia pulled off a remarkable 3-2 comeback victory over the Solomon Islands, with a penalty kick that many believed changed the course of the match. Trailing 2-1, New Caledonia, was awarded a penalty in the second half of the game, which
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The Solomon Islands Men’s National Football Team faces a life and death showdown against New Caledonia on Thursday, November 14th, as they aim to keep their World Cup 2026 dream alive. After a disappointing loss to Fiji in their opening match of the Oceania World Cup Qualifiers, the team finds itself in third place in
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The Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF) is facing criticism after announcing the inclusion of 21-year-old Rovu Enerst Boyers in the national team for the second match of the Men’s Solomon Islands National Team in Papua New Guinea next week. Boyers, a long-time player for the Royals Football Academy, has been hailed for his talent and
In a stunning turn of events at the OFC Men’s Beach Soccer Nations Cup final, the Solomon Islands’ Bilikiki team found themselves caught off guard in the closing moments of the match, costing them a fifth title and a spot at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup. After a hard-fought battle against Tahiti, the Bilikiki
Friday 25 October, 2024 Honiara, Solomon Islands – In a landmark moment for rugby in the Pacific region, the Solomon Islands Government in partnership with Oceania Rugby and the Solomon Islands Rugby Union Federation is proud to announce that the 2024 Oceania Rugby 7s will be hosted in Honiara on December 7th and 8th. This
