OFC Champions League

Tupapa seal OFC Champions League return

The Cook Islands club last featured in the main draw back in 2001 and this is the first time they've progressed to the Group Stage via the Qualifier.

Sean Latimer put Tupapa in control with two goals in the opening 22 minutes and, along with Maro Bonsu-Maro, ended the match with a hat-trick.

Soakai Vea won a penalty for Veitongo after the half hour but lost his cool and was shown a red card.

Lautoka FC qualify for OFC Champions League

Lautoka haven’t made an appearance in the region’s premier international club competition since 2011, and made sure their return would be a deserved one.

The side remains undefeated in the national league, topping the table with 34 points with one last match to play against Rewa.

Despite falling short in both the Fiji Fact and Battle of the Giants, Kamal Swamy’s side regrouped to ensure a fairytale run to the OFC Champions League maintaining an unbeaten run of 13 consecutive league games.

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Reliable info on Laufa case received: Police

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​A number of witnesses have come forward with reliable information into the case of the late Ruby Ann Laufa.

Late Zurenuoc’s funeral service today

Dwellers miss out on historical win

They were denied a historic first-ever win in the OFC Champions League with a close 5-4 loss against Solomon Warriors at QBE Stadium in Auckland.

Dwellers wasted no time taking the lead 1-0 three minutes into the game when an intended cross from captain Raymond Gunemba found its way inside the opposition’s near post.

Warriors responded quickly in spectacular fashion when Brian Kaltack smashed a shot four minutes later through the grasp of goalkeeper Ronald Warisan from just outside the area to level 1-1.

Hekari misses out on semis at OFC challenge

Hekari suffered its first defeat in the tournament, going down to Team Wellington 4-0 today under chilling weather conditions at the QBE Stadium.

Wellington put up a strong fight, scoring two goals in the first half and two in the second half.

Hekari struggled in the first half with few opportunities.

Tommy Semmy had a half chance for Hekari three minutes into the game but his volley was blocked by the Wellington defence.

Hekari trails by two points at half time

Playing under chilly weather conditions, which the Wellington players are used to, Hekari have struggled in the first half with few opportunities.

Tommy Semmy had a half chance for Hekari three minutes into the game but his volley was blocked by the Wellington defence.

Wellington’s first goal came 21 minutes into the game 1-0 when Tom Jackson fired a low cross into the box that Captain Bill Robertson turned into the top corner.

Hekari fights to enter semis at OFC challenge

Hekari will take on New Zealand’s Team Wellington at QBE Stadium at 3.30pm (1.30pm PNG time) today for top honours in Group B.

The Papua New Guineans have emerged as one of the most impressive teams of the tournament after brushing aside AS Lössi and Suva with ease.

They sit on top of Group B with a strong 8-1 goal difference and a draw against Team Wellington will guarantee them a spot in the semis, which will start on Wednesday, April 20.

Lae Dwellers suffer defeat against defending champions

Dwellers lost to defending champions Auckland City 2-1 in a close encounter today.

The first half was tough as both teams failed to score which resulted in nil all at half time.

In the second half, the home team was the first to score 1-0 in the 65th minute through Daewok Kim.

Kim pops up to score his second goal of the tournament by tapping in from close range after a goalmouth scramble.

Dwellers leveled the score in the 85th minute through Raymond Gunemba who scored their first goal of the tournament.

Dwellers suffer defeat in Champions League opener

Dwellers made their regional debut losing to 2014 runners-up Amicale FC of Vanuatu 3-0 today at QBE Stadium in Auckland, New Zealand.

Amicale was too good for the newcomers, scoring two goals in the first half and another goal in the second half.

Adam Dickinson scored a double in the first half and Diego Nadaya scored the third goal.

Captain Raymond Gunemba put up a good fight for Dwellers, who fought hard and made several attempts to score but were blocked by Amicale’s strong defense.

Hekari United kicks off OFC Champions League campaign

The match will take place at QBE Stadium Auckland, New Zealand this afternoon.

The 2010 champions failed to progress to the semis last year after finishing second behind Team Wellington in their group.

Hekari is placed in Group B alongside Team Wellington (NZL), Suva FA (FIJ) and AS Lossi (NCL).

David Muta is one of the most experienced players in this side and a born leader.

The captain is a rock in the centre of the park, halting attacks while also proving a constant attacking threat himself.