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Development boost for the women’s game in Oceania

Wed, 15 May 2013 06:33:00 GMT

Each of Oceania’s Member Associations were in attendance this week for the FIFA/OFC Women’s Football Development Seminar with collaborative growth of the game in the region a key focus.

Kiwi pair win through to decider

Mon, 13 May 2013 05:23:00 GMT

The OFC Champions League final will be contested between two sides from the same country for the first time after New Zealand champions Waitakere United and continental holders Auckland City both won through to next weekend’s decider.

Kiwis remain perfect in Oceania

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:56:00 GMT

New Zealand are set to continue a growing affinity with the FIFA U-17 World Cup in the UAE later this year after winning the qualifying tournament last week. FIFA.com reviews the six-nation Oceania championship in Vanuatu.

Champs Auckland stay alive, final four confirmed

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 04:50:00 GMT

Reigning champions Auckland City showed resilience to keep their OFC Champions League ambitions alive with a tense 1-1 draw at AS Dragon while Waitakere United, Ba and Amicale are also into next weekend’s semi-finals.

Oceania sextet take aim at world stage

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 10:22:00 GMT

Oceania’s representatives for UAE 2013 will be determined over the coming week in Vanuatu, with reigning champions New Zealand facing the challenge of five Pacific nations.

Perfect Kiwis dominate Oceania

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 09:24:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the action from the Oceania qualifying tournament for Turkey 2013 with New Zealand prevailing despite some spirited competition, notably from host nation Fiji.

New route opens up for Oceania aspirants

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 05:49:00 GMT

FIFA.com previews the upcoming OFC Champions League season which boasts a new format as eight clubs, led by reigning champions Auckland City, bid for Oceanian club supremacy.

Drama and emotion on Oceania’s World Cup path

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:51:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a look back at what has been a typically fascinating odyssey for Oceania’s Brazil 2014 aspirants, with Tahiti and American Samoa enjoying breakthrough success, while New Zealand eventually secured top spot.

Oceania hopefuls eye Turkish odyssey

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 05:35:00 GMT

FIFA.com previews the upcoming OFC U-20 Championship as five contenders vie for the right to represent Oceania among the globe’s elite young players at the 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Turkey.

New look OFC Champions League draw unveiled

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 05:56:00 GMT

The draw for the revamped OFC Champions League has been announced with eight clubs set to compete for a berth in May's final.

New look for Oceania’s elite club competition

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 08:28:00 GMT

The revamped format for the 2013 OFC Champions League has been confirmed with the tournament, previously known as the O-League, undergoing a change of format for the 2013 edition.

What is international football’s biggest rivalry?

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 10:36:00 GMT

FIFA.com wants to know what you feel is the biggest rivalry in the international game.

Decisive action at the top across Asia

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 09:21:00 GMT

FIFA.com’s weekly wrap-up of Asian club football looks at significant activity at the summit in Japan and China PR, while there is also a review of early-season action in Qatar, United Arab Emirates and elsewhere.

Vanuatu well placed for further growth

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 22:47:00 GMT

Despite a disappointing early exit from 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifying, Vanuatu have reason for optimism with their youthful side well positioned for future development.

Tahiti lead Pacific charge

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 02:29:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews a highly successful OFC Nations Cup which saw unprecedented glory for Tahiti, breakthrough success by New Caledonia and a succession of tight matches played out in front of large crowds.

Familiar winners and rising stars

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 08:31:00 GMT

The past three months in the world of beach soccer have seen FIFA stage training courses worldwide, Brazil continue their domination of the Copa America, and Guatemala announce themselves in the CONCACAF region.

Tahiti, New Caledonia stroll into semis

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 08:43:00 GMT

New Caledonia and Tahiti have joined New Zealand in qualifying for the OFC Nations Cup semi-finals with comfortable wins over Samoa and Vanuatu respectively.

Tahiti win group's key game

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 08:26:00 GMT

After surviving a brave fightback from nine-man New Caledonia in the Pacific's Francophone derby, Tahiti have made themselves favourites to qualify as Group A winners.

Goals rain down on opening day

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 07:58:00 GMT

The opening day of Round Two Brazil 2014 qualifying in Oceania saw the hopes of Tahiti and New Caledonia receive a massive boost amid a flurry of goals in Honiara.

All in readiness for Oceania charge

Wed, 30 May 2012 22:29:00 GMT

After a long wait, FIFA World Cup™ qualifying returns to the Pacific with the football obsessed Solomon Islands set to host the eight-nation tournament commencing on Friday.

Youthful Vanuatu aim high

Tue, 29 May 2012 08:20:00 GMT

Vanuatu will be one of the youngest sides on show as Oceania's Brazil 2014 qualifying recommences this week in the Solomon Islands, but coach Percy Avock remains confident that his young charges can recreate past glories.

Goals, superstars and silverware

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:59:00 GMT

FIFA.com’s weekly look at club action across Asia and Oceania takes in a goal avalanche in Japan, Marcello Lippi’s debut in China PR, a new leader in Korea Republic, plus trophies claimed in Saudi Arabia, Malaysia and Vanuatu.

Auckland continue to reign in Oceania

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:49:00 GMT

Auckland City will once again feature at the FIFA Club World Cup but the Oceania heavyweights were forced to do it the hard way in a gruelling OFC O-League campaign, as FIFA.com reports.

Mixed experiences for title challengers

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 08:50:00 GMT

FIFA.com reviews the latest club action in Asia and Oceania with a whistle-stop tour of Australia, Japan, Korea Republic, Hong Kong, Thailand, United Arab Emirates and the Pacific.

Battling Kiwis defy Oceania challengers

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 09:44:00 GMT

New Zealand may have confirmed expectations in securing passage to London 2012 but the Kiwis were made to work hard before edging past an impressive Fiji in what was a fitting finale to the Oceania qualifying tournament.

London calling in Oceania

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 09:03:00 GMT

Hosts New Zealand are ranked as strong favourites as Oceanian aspirants prepare to battle for continental glory over the coming week, with passage to London 2012 the prize on offer.

PNG's London hopes survive Pacific test

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 10:06:00 GMT

The road to London 2012 has commenced for Oceania aspirants with Papua New Guinea winning through to a play-off against New Zealand. FIFA.com reports on the action.

FIFA’s Performance Seminar a success

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 08:06:00 GMT

Oceania Football Confederation’s 11 Member Associations will be the beneficiaries as FIFA’s new development programme, known as PERFORMANCE, is rolled out aiming to help national governing bodies reach their maximum potential.

Ambitious Oceania elite eye glory

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 09:40:00 GMT

The road to continental glory in Oceania will commence this weekend as eight clubs take to the field for the newest edition of the OFC O-League. FIFA.com previews the forthcoming campaign in the Pacific.

Surprise packages & a demolition derby

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 04:21:00 GMT

In our latest stats review, FIFA.com features goalscoring feats from Real Madrid, Kevin-Prince Boateng and Antonio Di Natale, an extraordinary day in Manchester and the end of a decade-long run in Armenia.

Varied weekend for leading lights

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 09:01:00 GMT

FIFA.com examines the differing fortunes of the leaders in Japan, Korea Republic and China, while further west the Qatar season began, the Tehran derby took place and Diego Maradona made his coaching debut in the UAE.

Tight margins among Pacific elite

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 09:39:00 GMT

New Caledonia emerged triumphant on home soil at this year’s Pacific Games as a number of teams continued their preparations for Brazil 2014 qualifying.

Pitch perfect in Oceania

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 05:51:00 GMT

OFC’s Member Association’s were the beneficiaries as FIFA conducted its first ever FIFA Playing Surface Seminar last week in Auckland.

High-flying Kiwis face tough task

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 22:05:00 GMT

The draw provided New Zealand with an intriguing challenge against Fiji, Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea, while Group A features Vanuatu, New Caledonia, Tahiti and the Round One winner.

New boys continue to shine

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 08:43:00 GMT

Newly-promoted clubs continue to defy the odds in Japan and China PR with Kashiwa Reysol and Guangzhou Yiyao sitting atop their respective leagues, while it’s the opposite story in Korea Republic as familiar names set the pace.

Oceania goalkeeper stocks receive a boost

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 02:42:00 GMT

Auckland was the location this week as Oceania Football Confederation members were the recipients of the new FIFA Goalkeeping Course.

Oceania aspirants seek world stage

Mon, 16 May 2011 01:00:00 GMT

The Oceania qualifiers for the 2012 FIFA Futsal World Cup will take place in Fiji this week with the victor to become the first nation to secure passage to Thailand.

Kiwis rule Oceania, reach Colombia

Mon, 02 May 2011 10:41:00 GMT

New Zealand qualified for just their second FIFA U-20 World Cup in impressive fashion, dominating the Oceania qualifiers with dynamic attacking play and a resolute defence.

Intrigue awaits Oceania’s young elite

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 09:18:00 GMT

Hosts New Zealand will undoubtedly start as favourites to rule the region and qualify for this year's FIFA U-20 World Cup, but Tahiti's surprise triumph three years ago proves nothing can be accepted as a foregone conclusion.

Asia/Oceania Leagues review

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:35:00 GMT

FIFA.com's weekly look at the best club action in Asia and Oceania includes vital wins for Al Jazira and Sepahan in UAE and Iran respectively, derby action in China and OFC O-League joy for Auckland City.

Auckland reach FIFA Club World Cup

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 09:15:00 GMT

Auckland City of New Zealand have become the first team to book their place at FIFA Club World Cup Japan 2011, having comprehensively beaten Vanuatuan opponents Amicale 6-1 in the OFC O-League Grand Final.

Vanuatu focusing on youth

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 14:32:00 GMT

As part of FIFA's Com-Unity programme, the small Pacific nation of Vanuatu recently hosted a four-day FIFA seminar on youth football.

Auckland gain advantage over Amicale

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 09:20:00 GMT

New Zealand’s Auckland City have one hand on the OFC O-League title after scoring a 2-1 win at Vanuatu’s Amicale in the first leg of the continental final.

Amicale's quest inspired by Hekari

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 10:34:00 GMT

Amicale goal-king Fenedy Masauvakalo tells FIFA.com that the Vanuatu club are optimistic of repeating Hekari United's breakthrough success and defeating New Zealand’s Auckland City in the OFC O-League final.

Asia/Oceania Leagues review

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 08:46:00 GMT

FIFA.com’s regular review of league action across Asia and Oceania this week takes in the latest from Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Iran, Thailand, New Zealand and Vanuatu.

Amicale at home first in continental final

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 07:33:00 GMT

Vanuatu’s Amicale will next month host the first leg of the 2011 OFC O-League final in Port Vila, with the return to be staged at Auckland City’s home ground.

Amicale hoping history repeats

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 09:19:00 GMT

Though making their bow at continental level, Vanuatu’s Amicale have booked their place at next month’s OFC O-League final against regional giants Auckland City, with a ticket to the 2011 FIFA Club World Cup awaiting the winners.

Champs Hekari ousted as Auckland reach final

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 02:00:00 GMT

Auckland City are the first team into the OFC O-League final where they almost certainly will face Amicale in what would be new ground for a Vanuatu club, while holders Hekari United have been eliminated.

Solomons lead Pacific charge for Italy

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 11:14:00 GMT

The Solomon Islands will start as firm favourites in this week’s Oceanian qualifying tournament, a competition which offers a place at September’s FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup in Italy.

Shocks abound in O-League

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 03:40:00 GMT

Three remarkable scorelines marked Matchday 4 in the OFC O-League with 17 goals scored and both group leaders, Lautoka and Waitakere United, suffering defeat, while the hopes of champions Hekari United hang by a thread.