OFC Day 5 : Vanuatu go top with impressive win
Vanuatu beat the Solomon Islands 5-1 in an exhilarating final game of Match Day Five in the OFC Futsal Championship at the Vodafone Arena in Suva tonight.
The Championship has now become a three horse race with Vanuatu, Solomon Islands and Tahiti all capable of claiming a spot at the FIFA Futsal World cup in Brazil.
Vanuatu sit on top of the table with 12 points, with Tahiti second on 10 and Solomon Islands third on nine.
The largest crowd of the championship turned up to see an exciting end to end dual of two technically proficient teams who were out to attack.
Vanuatu drew first blood in the 16th minute when Louis Dominique broke down the right and fired a hard right footed shot in off a defender.
After halftime both teams came out firing and a series of missed chances for both teams had the 1500 strong crowd screaming in the aisles.
Vanuatu made it 2-0 in the 24th minute when Fedy Vava poked home from close range after a swift counter attack.
The loudest cheer of the night came when James Egeta pulled one back for the Solomon Islands three minutes later and the Solo fans tried to push their side towards an equalizer.
But the joy was short lived as tournament top scorer Jack Vira Ala restored the two goal lead before two goals in two minutes from Dominique and Terry Quare killed the game off.
Vanuatu coach Marcellino Barthelemy said that finally everything went right for his side.
“I am very very proud of our performance tonight. This was the business end and we did the business. But now we must look to tomorrow and an important game against Tahiti.”
Solomon Island coach Victor Wai’ia said his side did not stick to the game plan, though noted that they are by no means out of contention for the championship.
“Goal difference now becomes very important. For us, mentally we weren’t where we needed to be.”
The two teams embraced each other in a joint celebration at the end of the match to celebrate their friendship.”
“The Melanesian brothers got together to celebrate Futsal and each other’s progress in the sport,” said Wai’ia. “There is a real friendship between us and I appreciate Vanuatu are a good side.”
VAN: 1. Chikau MANSALE; 5. Fedy VAVA; 6. Derek MALAS; 8. Louis DOMINIQUE 10. Jack Vira ALA;
SUBS: 2. Terry QUARE; 3. Ben EDWARD; 4. Lui SIFAS; 7. Ben HUNGAI; 9. Siardon Mera TALKANAMAL; 11. Saen Wowut FANAI; 22. Daniel MANSALE (GK);
Coach: Marcellino BARTHELEMY (VAN)
Goals: 8. Louis DOMINIQUE 16′ 34′; 5. Fedy VAVA 24′; 11. Saen Wowut FANAI; 2. Terry QUARE;
SOL: 1. Alick LIOKA (GK); 3. Elliot RAGOMO; 7. James EGETA; 8. Francis LAFAI; 9. Micah LEA’ALAFA;
SUBS: 4. Alfred PUNGUIKA; 5. Jenan KAPU; 6. Maffat SIKW’AE11. Ron GINIO; 12. Jack WETNEY; 2. Phillip HOUTARAU; 13. StanleyPUAIRANA (RGK)
Coach: Victor WAI’IA (SOL)
Goals: 7. James EGETA 27;’
Referee: Amitesh BEHARI (FIJ)
2nd Referee: Teihotu TAEREA (TAH)
3rd Referee: Scott KIDSON (AUS)
Timekeeper: Francois TROLLIARD (NCL)
Referees’ Assessor: Neil POLOSO (SOL)
Source : Oceania Football Confederation
Photos : Marc Peretic Wilson
Published : 12/6/2008
Napiers Finance Cup (Queensland)
NAPIERS FINANCE CUP
2nd MEN’S TOURNAMENT
22nd JUNE
NOMINATIONS DUE THIS FRIDAY!!!
The next Open Men’s tournament will take place on Sunday 22nd June at Moorooka Futsal Club, Koala St, Moorooka.
Click here to view tournament flyer for the 22nd June
Click here to view tournament nomination form
Other one day events, sponsored by Napier Finance Group, will take place through out the year with tournaments for Open Men, 12 year boys, 14 year boys and Mixed teams.
Click Here to view all game results for the 11th May
For further information please contact Monnique Kofoed on 3875 2600 or email monique@vikingsfutsal.com
Source : Queensland Futsal
Parramatta Blues ready for 2009
NSW Premier League club West Sydney Berries and Futsal Super League club Parramatta Blues have joined forces for next season’s Indoor Soccer competition.
Both organisations will be working towards ensuring that the newly created “Parramatta Blue Berries” will be an instant success.According to current Parramatta Blues secretary Justin McLeay, “We are all very happy to have joined forces with the West Sydney Berries and we are encouraged at the prospect of working together in this partnership which I am sure will benefit both parties”.
Berries Chief Executive Officer Laki Konistis is just as excited.
“After lengthy discussions I am thrilled that the Berries football family will grow with the addition of a futsal component for 2008. Eight more teams (Boys U/12’s, U/14’s, U/16’s, Youth, Open Men’s, Girls U/13’s, U/16’s and Open Women’s) have been added to the Berries club.
For all enquiries about joining the new “Parramatta Blue Berries” please contact Justin McLeay on 0410480071.
PARRAMATTA BLUE BERRIES FUTSAL TRIALS
Parramatta Blue Berries would like to announce the revised trial dates for their 2008/09 Football NSW Futsal Super League teams.
Under 12 Boys – Wednesday 30th July 6pm-7pm and Wednesday 6th August 6pm-7pm
Under 14 Boys – Wednesday 30th July 7pm-8pm and Wednesday 6th August 7pm-8pm
Under 16 Boys – Wednesday 30th July 8pm-9pm and Wednesday 6th August 8pm-9pm
Youth Men (Under 19’s) – Monday 28th July and Monday 4th August 6pm-7.30pm
Men – Monday 28th July and Monday 4th August 7pm-9pm
Under 13 Girls – Friday 25th July 6pm-7pm and Friday and 1st August 6pm-7pm
Under 16 Girls – Friday 25th July 7pm-8pm and Friday and 1st August 7pm-8pm
Women – Friday 25th July 8pm-9pm and Friday and 1st August 8pm-9pm
Venue: Bankstown Uni – Bankstown Campus, Building 20 (Connect Fitness), Bullecourt Avenue, Milperra
For any further information, please contact Justin on 0410 480 071 or smurf74@bigpond.com
All players welcome.
Please be at venue at least 15 minutes prior to start time for registration.
Source : Football NSW
Published : 12/6/2008
OFC Day 5 : New Caledonia score first win of tournament
New Caledonia recorded their first win of the OFC Futsal tournament in Fiji today when they defeated Tuvalu 10-2 in the second game of Match Day Five.
The win lifts New Caledonia ahead of Fiji in the standings and sets them up for an exciting match against New Zealand tomorrow who sit two points ahead.
Yvan Pourouoro opened the scoring for New Caledonia in the second minute and they went into the half time break leading 6-1.
Stardel Soloseni scored Tuvalu’s second goal of the tournament in the 17th minute which was rewarded in the loudest cheer of the night by the crowd at the Vodafon Arena.
New Caledonia started where they left off in the second half and goals to Alexandre Rosso 2, Albert Hnailolo 2, Stevens Guillemin, Benoit Moglia 2, Gino Rene Marcias and a second to Pourouoro completed the rout.
Tuvalu took great solace in scoring their second goal of the match in the 25th minute and it was just reward for a tremendous spirit and work ethic by which they never gave up.
New Caledonia coach Eric Michalak said that today was very special for his side.
“It was very important for us to play well before our big match tomorrow against New Zealand. “I am happy because I am satisfied after a match for once and can prepare for tomorrow in a good state of mind.”
Tuvalu coach Sami Neemia was proud of the spirit and fight his side showed and happy at the experience they were gaining.
“We are not used to playing matches everyday and we are not of the same standard of New Caledonia and Solomon and the like just yet. But my boys never give up and I just ask them to keep playing.”
“Some fatigue is starting to show but I am looking forward to our next two games.”
NCL: 1. Ronan EUZEN (GK); 3. Alexandre ROSSO; 4. Albert HNAILOLO; 5. Jerry IARUEL; 8. Yvan POUROUORO;
SUBS: 2. Jean Phillipe WEMAMA; 6. Benoit MOGLIA; 9. Yoan GARIN; 10. Marcias GINO RENE; 11. Stevens GUILLEMIN; 16. Ronald GAYON (RGK);
Coach: Michalak ERIC (NCL)
Goals: 8. Yvan POUROUORO 2′, 34′; 3. Alexandre ROSSO 8′, 33′; 4. Albert HNAILOLO 10′, 19′; 11. Stevens Guillemin 12′; 6. Benoit MOGLIA 18′, 6′; 10. Gino Rene MARCIAS 38′;
TUV: 2. Felo FEOTO; 5.Mau PENISULA; 11. Imo FIAMALUA; 17. Neemia ONOSEMU; 22. Peniuna KAITU;
SUBS: 3. Tioti Maati TOAFA; 6. Paitela KELEMENE; 8. Peniuna KAITU; 9. Starchel SOLOSENI; 19. Mahanga TEIAPUTI; 10. Semalie FOTU; 21. Maio ETIMANI;
Coach: Sami NEEMIA (TUV)
Goals: 9. Starchel SOLOSENI; 6. Paitela KELEMENE 25′;
Injured: 1. Sopepe TAILOLO (GK)
Source : Oceania Football Confederation
Published : 12/6/2008
OFC Day 5 : Tahiti shoot to top of the table with win
Tahiti has moved into first place of the OFC Futsal Championship in Suva after defeating Fiji 9-2 in the opening game of Match Day Five today.
With the Solomon Islands playing Vanuatu later tonight, their position at the top may be short lived but that doesn’t bother Tahiti Coach Rani Bea who has created a sense of belief in their players that they can now go all the way.
“The two games coming up are against very strong opposition and it will be tough,” he said. “But we really believe now. We can do it. We can do it.”
Tahiti opened the scoring in the fifth minute when Tetuanui scored the first goal of his brace on the evening.
Matana Bea then scored a hat trick in the space of ten minutes to kill the game off and propel Tahiti to their third win of the tournament.
Two goals to Jimmy Riaria and a goal a-piece to Usiera Pukoki and Lysis Tauha completed the scoring for Tahiti while Fiji scored two second half consolation goals through Nayzal Siga Ali and Assis Chand.
Fiji looked tired on the court tonight and it was always going to be tough for them as the tournament wore on with their entire squad coming straight from the Fiji FACT tournament last week.
Fiji Coach Imtiaz Khan noted that the Tahitian side had done their homework well in preparation for the game.
“They knew we were tired and knew we were handicapped with injuries. I think everyone could see the difference tonight between our players and the Tahiti players and the next two days are going to be very difficult with tired legs.”
But nothing should be taken away from Tahiti’s performance. They are improving with every match and Bea said he is delighted with the way they have been following gameplans.
“The players really listen to us. They play in the system we ask of them and defend the way we want them to. I can’t ask for any more than that.
Tahiti will meet the Solomon Islands at 6.00pm on Match Day six in an important penultimate match for both sides.
TAH: 1. Rehia DAVIO (GK); 3. Jimmy RIARIA; 4. Romeo PATIRA; 6. Michel MAIHURI; 7. Steeven TINO;
SUBS: 2. Matana BEA; 5. Lysis TAUHA; 8. Tetuanui TINOMOE; 9. Lorama BEA; 10. Usiera PUKOKI; 11. Amau TETUANUI; 12. Fernand TUANUA;
Coach: Rani BEA (TAH)
Goals: 8. Tetuanui TINOMOE 5′; 26′; 3. Jimmy RIARIA 7′, 34′; 2. Matana BEA 13′, 15′, 23′; 10. Usiera PUKOKI 33′; 5. Lysis TAUHA 38′
FIJ: 2. Mira SAHIB; 4. Alvin AVINESH; 7. Vikash PRASAD; 10. Dinesh Chand MUDALIAR;12. Nishad Wasim ALI (GK);
SUBS: 1. Azmat BEGG (GK); 3. Sandeep Sanjesh NAIR; 5. Nayzal Siga Ali; 6. Assis CHAND; 8. Muni Arvindra NAIDU; 9. Kamal HASSAN; 10. Dinesh Chand MUDALIAR; 11. Imtiaz BEGG;
Coach: Imtiaz KHAN (FIJ)
Goals: 5. Nayzal Siga Ali 23′;
Injured: 8. Muni Arvindra NAIDU;
Referee: Peter L. PAKOATONG (VAN)
2nd Referee: Stephan PARAGE (NCL)
3rd Referee: Francois TROLLIARD (NCL)
Timekeeper: Allan ALICK (VAN)
Referee’s Assessor: Neil POLOSO (SOL)
Source : Oceania Football Confederation
Published : 12/6/2008
OFC : Table Toppers to clash on Match Day Five
Vanuatu finished Match Day Four of the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Futsal Championship in first place – equal in points with the Solomon Islands – after beating Fiji 5-2 at the Vodafone Arena in Suva today.The result sets up an exciting top of the table clash tomorrow night where the winner will be firm favourites to advance to the FIFA Futsal World Cup in Brazil in September.
In other matches New Caledonia and Tahiti fought out a 2-2 draw while New Zealand beat Tuvalu 13-1in the last match of the night.
Solomon Islands and Vanuatu both sit two points clear of third placed Tahiti who fought back from a two goal deficit to earn a point in the opening match of the day.
New Caledonia opened the scoring in the third minute of the match when Yvan Pourouoro converted from close range after a swift New Caledonia counter attack.
Jerry Iaruel increased the lead for New Caledonia two minutes into the second half and it looked as if they were set to collect their first win of the tournament.
But the Tahitian spirit should never be counted out and goals to Yvan Pourouoro and Riaria kept alive Tahiti’s shot at the championship.
For Vanuatu it was Jack Viro Ala who opened the scoring, penetrating the Fijian backline before slotting the ball under Fiji goalkeeper Nishad Wasim Ali.
They added to their lead in the twelfth minute when Derek Malas converted the first of his two goals on the evening.
Fiji looked like they were set to stage a comeback when Sandeep Sanjesh Nair drew one back for the hosts but it only served to inspire Vanuatu into pushing more numbers forward and goals to Louis Dominique, Ala and Malas sealed the win.
Assis Chand scored a late consolation goal for Fiji with three minutes left to play.
New Zealand received a much needed moral booster after their heartbreaking 3-2 loss to Tahiti last night and got it care of a 13-1 victory over Tuvalu.
Kiwi captain Bakr Al Saudi went on a scoring rampage opening his tournament account in the second minute and closing it – seven goals later – in the 40th minute.
It was the most comprehensive win of the tournament so far and six New Zealand players found the scoresheet including Ouadhah Ragued, Marvin Eakins, Gregory O’Connor, Yukin Naidoo and Andrew Gwilliam.
Mahanga Teiaputi scored a consolation goal for Tuvalu in the 35th minute much to the crowds delight and despite their tiring legs the newcomers to the tournament never gave up.
OFC FUTSAL CHAMPIONSHIP GOLDEN BOOT
No Name Team Goals
10 Jack Vira Ala VAN 9
9 Micah Lea’alafa SOL 7
6 Derek Malas VAN 7
3 Elliot Ragomo SOL 6
9 Kamal HASSAN FIJ 5
14 Bakr AL SAUDI NZL 6
8 Yvan Pourouoro NCL 4
6 Michel Maihuri TAH 4
5 Jenan Kapu SOL 3
3 Sandeep Sanjesh Nair FIJ 3
6 Moffat Sikwa’ae SOL 2
8 Francis Lafai SOL 2
12 Jack Wetney SOL 2
7 James Egeta SOL 2
3 Alexandre ROSSO NCL 2
2 Mira Sahib FIJ 2
3 Ben Edward VAN 2
9 Siardon Talkanamai VAN 2
Source : Oceania Football Confederation
Published : 11/6/2008
OFC Day 4 : Al Saudi strikes seven in New Zealand win
New Zealand cruised to a 13-1 win over Tuvalu in the final game of Match Day Four at the OFC Futsal Championships in Suva.
Kiwi captain Bakr Al Saudi went on a scoring rampage opening his tournament account in the second minute and closing it – seven goals later – in the 40th minute.
New Zealand’s shot at winning the championship has slipped after losses to the Solomon Islands and Tahiti but Coach Erkin Osman was delighted that his team finally had something to smile about
“We talked about finishing this tournament off properly and I plan to do so. We want to go back home with our heads held high.”
NZL: 4. Marvin EAKINS; 8. Joshua MARTIN; 10. Ouadhah RAGUED; 14. Bakr Al SAUDI; 20. Clayton CHAPPELL (GK),
SUBS: 1. Elias BILLEH (RGK); 5. Yukin NAIDOO; 3. Andrew GWILLIAM; 19. Michael CORRINGHAM; 12. Luke FIELD; 17. Victor ZAIA; 23. Gregory O’CONNOR
Coach: Erkin Osman (AUS)
Goals: 14. Bakr Al SAUDI 2′,5′, 15′, 16′; 32′; 40′; 10. Ouadhah RAGUED 15′; 4. Marvin EAKINS 21′; 23. Gregory O’CONNOR 23′; 3. Andrew GWILLIAM 37′;
TUV: 1. Sopepe TAILOLO (GK); 6. Paitela KELEMENE; 8. Peniuna KAITU; 11. Imo FIAMALUA; 21. Maio ETIMANI;
SUBS: 2. Felo FEOTO; 3. Tioti Maati TOAFA; 5.Mau PENISULA; 9. Starchel SOLOSENI; 17. Neemia ONOSEMU; 19. Mahanga TEIAPUTI; 10. Semalie FOTU
Coach: Sami NEEMIA (TUV)
Referee: Allan ALICK (VAN)
2nd Referee: Rajnish DAVE (FIJ)
3rd Referee: Amitesh BEHARI (FIJ)
Timekeeper: Peter L. PAKOATONG (VAN)
Referee’s Assessor: Massimo RAVEINO (TAH)
Source : Oceania Football Confederation
Photos : Marc Peretic Wilson
Published : 11/6/2008
OFC Day 4 : Vanuatu win sets up do or die match with Solomons
Vanuatu moved into first place – equal in points with the Solomon Islands – after beating Fiji 5-2 in the second game of Match Day Four in the OFC Futsal Championships in Fiji.
The result sets up an epic top of the table clash tomorrow night when Vanuatu meet the Solomon Islands with a spot at the FIFA Futsal World Cup in Brazil on the line.
Vanuatu took the early lead after two minutes when Jack Viro Ala penetrated the Fijian backline before slotting the ball under Fiji goalkeeper Nishad Wasim Ali.
They added to their lead in the twelth minute when Derek Malas converted the first of his two goals on the evening.
Fiji looked like they were set to stage a comeback when Sandeep Sanjesh Nair drew one back for the hosts but it only served to inspire Vanuatu into pushing more numbers forward and goals to Louis Dominique, Ala and Malas sealed the win.
Assis Chand scored a late consolation goal for Fiji with three minutes left to play.
Vanuatu Coach Marcellino Barthelemy was reluctant to enjoy the win, instead focusing already on tomorrow night’s match with the Solomon’s.
“The match tomorrow night is the final for me and we still have a lot more work to do if we are to beat this Solomon side. We missed too many opportunities tonight and did not reach the targets that I set for us.”
Fijian coach Imtiaz Khan said that his side will now be playing for pride in the remainder of their games.
“Today we had only eight players who were fit because of muscle injuries from fatigue. All my players played in the Fiji FACT tournament and it’s simply too many games too soon.”
“But in saying that we missed so many chances tonight that we could very well have won.”
“I don’t think Vanuatu were a better team than us but because of our tired mistakes and lack of finishing, they looked better.”
Fiji face Tuvalu next up at 6pm tomorrow night.
VAN: 1. Chikau MANSALE; 2. Terry QUARE; 3. Ben EDWARD; 6. Derek MALAS; 10. Jack Vira ALA;
SUBS: 4. Lui SIFAS; 5. Fedy VAVA; 7. Ben HUNGAI; 8. Louis DOMINIQUE; 9. Siardon Mera TALKANAMAL; 11. Saen Wowut FANAI; 22. Daniel MANSALE (GK);
Coach: Marcellino BARTHELEMY (VAN)
Goals: 10. Jack Vira ALA 2′, 26′; 6. Derek MALAS 12′, 32′; 8. Louis DOMINIQUE 26′;
FIJ: 3. Sandeep Sanjesh NAIR; 4. Alvin AVINESH; 6. Assis CHAND; 9. Kamal HASSAN; 12. Nishad Wasim ALI (RGK)
SUBS: 1. Azmat BEGG (GK); 2. Mira SAHIB; 5. Nayzal Siga Ali; 7. Vikash PRASAD; 8. Muni Arvindra NAIDU;10. Dinesh Chand MUDALIAR; 11. Imtiaz BEGG; Coach: Imtiaz KHAN (FIJ)
Coach: Imtiaz KHAN (FIJ)
Goals: 3. Sandeep Sanjesh NAIR; 6. Assis CHAND;
Referee: Scott KIDSON (AUS)
2nd Referee: Francois TROLLIARD (NCL)
3rd Referee: Teihotu TAEREA (TAH)
Timekeeper: Stephane PARAGUE (NCL)
Referees’ Assesor: Neil POLOSO (SOL)
Source : Oceania Football Confederation
Photos : Marc Peretic Wilson
Published : 11/6/2008
2008 NSW Schools Regional Futsal Championships Results – Update
More results are in for the 2008 NSW Schools Regional Futsal Champs. The original set of results can be found here, and they have been updated with these more resent ones too.
2008 NSW Schools Regionals - Campbelltown
| Grade | Winner | Runner Up |
|---|---|---|
| u10 mixed | Balgownie HS | Robert Townsen |
| u12 Boys | Balgownie HS | St Andrews PS |
| u12 Girls | St Pauls | Santa Sabina |
| u14 boys | John Terry Catholic | Ambervale HS |
| u14 Girls | Kellyville HS | Elderslie High |
| u16 Boys | Robert Townsen | Kellyville HS |
| u16 Girls | Robert Townsen | Sarah Redfern HS |
| u19 Boys | St Johns Park | Hawker College |
| u19 Girls | Westfields Sports | Hawker College |
2008 NSW Schools Regionals - Dural
| Grade | Winner | Runner Up |
|---|---|---|
| u10 mixed | The Hills Grammar | Oakhill Drive PS |
| u12 Boys | Dural PS | Pacific Hills |
| u12 Girls | Dural PS | Hills Grammar |
| u14 boys | Epping Boys HS | Epping Boys HS |
| u14 Girls | Pymble Ladies | Stella Maris HS |
| u16 Boys | Epping Boys HS | Pacific Hills |
| u16 Girls | Bossley Park HS | Narara Valley |
| u19 Boys | Oakhill College | Cherrybrook Tech |
| u19 Girls | Pymble Ladies College | Galston HS |
2008 NSW Schools Regionals - Liverpool
| Grade | Winner | Runner Up |
|---|---|---|
| u10 mixed | Sule College - Prestons | Al Amanah |
| u12 Boys | Sule College - Prestons | International Grammar School |
| u12 Girls | Governor Phillips PS | Green Valley Islamic college |
| u14 boys | Hills Sports High | Westfield Sports |
| u14 Girls | Cecil Hills | Westfield Sports |
| u16 Boys | All Saints Liverpool | De La Salle Ashfield |
| u16 Girls | Monte Sant Angelo | Thomas Reddall |
| u19 Boys | Bonnyrigg HS | All Saints Senior |
| u19 Girls | Elderslie HS | Pennant Hills HS |
Source : Football NSW
Published : 10/6/2008
OFC Day 4 : Spoils shared between Tahiti and New Caledonia
Tahiti fought back from a two goal deficit to draw 2-2 with New Caledonia in the first game of Match Day Four at the OFC Futsal Championships in Suva, Fiji.It was another spirited fight back from the Tahitian side, whose never-say-die attitude resulted in Jimmy Riaria equalising in the 35th minute after New Caledonia had shot out to a 2-0 lead.
But Tahiti coach Rani Bea will be regretting a host of missed opportunities for his side in the opening five minutes which could have painted a different picture.
Against the run of play New Caledonia opened the scoring in the third minute of the match when Yvan Pourouoro converted from close range after a swift New Caledonia counter attack.
Jerry Iaruel increased the lead for New Caledonia two minutes into the second half and it looked as if they were set to collect their first win of the tournament.
But the Tahitian spirit should never be counted out and goals to Yvan Pourouoro and Riaria kept alive Tahiti’s shot at the championship.
Tahiti Coach Rani Bea was happy with the spirit and determination of his side to fight back from 2-0 down but disappointed with the result.
“The objective today was to win because we want to go to Brazil and we really needed the three points today.
“We had a lot of chances in the first half that we should have converted but we wasted and I am disappointed with that.
“But I am happy with where we are in the tournament. Next we have Fiji and that will be a very tough test, they are very strong and physical and we will need a lot of movement off the ball to combat their style.”
New Caledonia coach Eric Michalak was philosophical about his sides loss.
“We lost one ball in the middle of the park and they benefited from it and the whole game changed,” he said. “But that’s the sport and the way it goes and now I look ahead to tomorrow’s game against Fiji and think we must win.”
“Tahiti like us were very tired. They played a big game yesterday against new Zealand so I told my team to try and keep them moving and we did it well in the first half.”
“It won’t be easy for us tomorrow against Tuvalu because I know they are getting better day after day.”
NCL: 1. Ronan EUZEN (GK); 3. Alexandre ROSSO; 4. Albert HNAILOLO; 5. Jerry IARUEL; 7. EDOUARD MURACCIOLI;
SUBS: 2. Jean Phillipe WEMAMA; 6. Benoit MOGLIA; 9. Yoan GARIN; 10. Marcias GINO RENE; 11. Stevens GUILLEMIN; 8. Yvan POUROUORO; 16. Ronald GAYON (RGK);
Coach: Michalak ERIC (NCL)
Goals: 8. Yvan Pourouoro 2′; 5. Jerry IARUEL 23′;
TAH: 1. Rehia DAVIO (GK); 3. Jimmy RIARIA; 4. Romeo PATIRA; 6. Michel MAIHURI; 7. Steeven TINO;
SUBS: 2. Matana BEA; 5. Lysis TAUHA; 8. Tetuanui TINOMOE; 9. Lorama BEA; 10. Usiera PUKOKI; 11. Amau TETUANUI; 12. Fernand TUANUA;
Coach: Rani BEA (TAH)
Goals: 7. Steeven TINO 29′; 3. Jimmy RIARIA 35′ ;
Referee: Chris COLLEY (AUS)
2nd Referee: Jamie CROSS (NZL)
3rd Referee: Peter L. PAKOATONG (VAN)
Timekeeper: Amitesh BEHARI (FIJ)
Referees’ Assessor: Chandra SEGRAN (FIJ)
Source : Oceania Football Confederation
Photos : Marc Peretic Wilson
Published : 11/6/2008















































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