Fiji FA works on Project 22
New Zealand has stamped its mark in top level football after the team’s brilliant performance at the FIFA World Cup, and now the focus is on Fiji. The question now arises if Fiji soccer has the capabilities to qua
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FRU plans new strategy to boost ticket sales
The Fiji Rugby Union is now planning on a new strategy to boost the sales of their $20 dollar lottery ticket. Lottery ticket committee manager, Kenneth Zinck said the next plan is to visit all the hotels in the country
Dunga dismissed
The Brazilian Football Federation has confirmed that Dunga has been dismissed following the country's quarterfinal exit in the FIFA World Cup. Dunga signed a four year deal in 2006 and led Brazil to success in the 2
Netball Fiji improves rankings
Fiji netball has climbed up three places to be placed number six in the world rankings, after the national side's recent performance at the Pacific Cup in the Cook Islands. This makes it the only team sport in the
6 teams in running for semifinal spot
Six provincial teams in the Digicel Cup competition are mathematically still in the running for the semifinal spot with just three more rounds of competition left. Cup holders Nadroga and current point leaders Naitasiri
Germany on course for 4th title
After scoring four goals in a game for the third time at this FIFA World Cup, Germany is within touching distance of the title. Sunday's emphatic 4 0 thrashing of Argentina has taken Germany through to the last four
Maradona ponders future
Diego Maradona has been the larger than life personality of this World Cup but now his future as Argentina coach is unclear after his side’s 4-nil loss to Germany. Maradona told reporters this morning that he may
Namosi in danger of relegation
The Namosi 15's rugby team is in danger of playing in the promotion relegation series this season after another poor performance yesterday losing 20-7 to Northland. Namosi is at the bottom spot in the points table,
Spain and Germany advance to semis
Spain is the last team to confirm their place in the FIFA World Cup semifinal after beating Paraguay 1-nil in the last quarterfinal. The highlights of the game in the second half, both team were awarded a penalty kick w
Nadi exit Digicel Cup after loss to Nadroga
The Nadi 15's rugby team are out of the Digicel Cup semifinal contention after losing to Nadroga 25-16 at Lawaqa park yesterday. The loss means the jet setters will now play for a top 8 finish in the points table to
Nadi defeats Suva
The Nadi soccer team continued with their impressive run in the National Soccer League after beating Suva 1-nil at the TFL Stadium last night. Viliame Toma was the hero of the Nadi team when he scored the winning goal i
Will of God not the Hand of God - Maradona
Diego Maradona said Argentina will not need the Hand of God, because it is the will of God that they will win the FIFA World Cup. Maradona has also told Germany player, Bastian Schweinsteiger that criticism of his team
Nadroga thumps Nadi
Nadroga came out strong against Nadi this afternoon in the Digicel Cup competition beating them 25-16. With this crucial win, Nadroga now look favored to book a place in the semifinals as Nadi now has slim chance to qua
Nadi to clash with Suva
The same Nadi soccer team that beat Ba last week will take to the field against Suva tonight in the National soccer league competition. Team coach, Lembert Sarju said the side is laced with some senior and talented youn
Dunga refuses to continue as Brazil coach
Brazil soccer team coach, Dunga said he does not want to coach the team anymore after they were bundled out of the FIFA World cup quarterfinal by the hands of Netherlands. Brazil justified their status as favorites for
Win crucial for Nadi
Nadi is in a must win situation against Nadroga this afternoon in the Digicel Cup competition. Nadi cannot afford to lose, and if they do, they will have no further chance to qualify for the semifinals. Nadi will also
Nadi takes on Suva
The same Nadi soccer team will take the field against Suva tonight which beat Ba last week in the National soccer league competition. Team coach, Lembert Sarju said the side is laced with some senior and talented young
Uruguay dispatches Ghana to face Netherlands in semis
Uruguay will play the Netherlands in the FIFA World Cup semifinals after beating Ghana 4-2 on penalties. Sulley Muntari gave the Black Stars the lead with a shot from 40 yards before Diego Forlan's free kick made it
Suva outclassed by Naitasiri
Naitasiri remains on top of the Digicel cup competition after they beat Suva 18-11 at the TFL National stadium last night. Winger, Paula Tiko scored a try in the second half to snatch the match for the Highlanders. Suv
Brazil finds rhythm
A half hour into the World Cup's second round, Brazil found its rhythm. A hammer strike header, a pinball style counterattack, an explosive run followed by a clinical finish Brazil's football orches