Football
Cook Islands eyes playoff spot at OFC U16 Men’s Championship
Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands U16 football team is aiming for a top two finish in the preliminary rounds where it will face Vanuatu, Fiji and New Zealand at the OFC U16 Men’s Championship in Tahiti this month.
Premier men’s teams sharpen tactics for 2024 Rarotonga Football Season
Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The 2024 Rarotonga Football Season which is set to kick off in three weeks is gearing up to be an exciting and competitive event.
Cook Islands prepares for OFC Under-16 men’s football champs
Saturday 22 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Cook Islands under-16 men’s football team is gearing up for the OFC U16 Men’s Championship, which will take place from July 28th to August 10th, 2024 in Tahiti.
Rarotonga Football Season returns with six clubs across nine divisions
Wednesday 12 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The much-awaited 2024 Rarotonga Football Season is just around the corner, set to commence on Wednesday, July 24, at the familiar grounds of the CIFA Complex in Matavera.
CISNOC head Graham to step down after accounts finalised
Monday 27 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) president Hugh Graham will step down from his role once the sporting organisation’s membership approves the 2023 financial accounts.
Young referees Katuke and Tuariki shine on international stage
Tuesday 14 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands referees Penina Katuke and Te Upoko Tuariki have made their mark on the Oceania football scene at the recent OFC Under 15 Girls Development Tournament.
Matavera-Ngatangiia Football Club partners with top NZ academy
Wednesday 1 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Matavera-Ngatangiia Football Club (MNFC) has forged a relationship with one of New Zealand’s top football academy.
Letter: CIFA saga
Wednesday 1 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Letters to the Editor, Opinion, Sports
Because I have children involved with academies at CIFA (Cook Islands Football Association), I would like to keep my identity private in fear that my children will be singled or even kicked out.
10-man Cook Islands bows out bravely
Tuesday 16 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands fell short to Vanuatu 2-0 in the final match, losing a player to a red card and their chance to progress to the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship.
Eleven vying for CISNOC Sec-Gen role
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) received 11 applications for the Secretary General position and is finalising the appointment with Owen Lewis acting until a replacement is chosen.
Cook Islands maintain unbeaten record
Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Cook Islands have retained their unbeaten record at the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship 2024 – Qualifying after a 3-2 win over American Samoa in stifling heat at VFF Freshwater Stadium in Port Vila yesterday.
Social media campaign to unearth players paying dividends for Cooks
Thursday 11 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
From Asia to the Netherlands, the Cook Islands national team is casting its net ever wider in search of players. Craig Stephen reports.
Late Tonga goal denies Cook Islands victory in OFC U19 Championship
Tuesday 9 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Cook Islands U19 men's team conceded a last-minute goal to draw 1-1 with Tonga in the OFC U19 Championship qualification.
Cook Islands football coach paving the way to international success
Monday 8 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
With a population of just over 17,000, Cook Islands are the smallest member association in FIFA, but that hasn’t stopped the South Pacific nation of dreaming big.
Cook Islands Football appoints goalkeeping development officer
Saturday 6 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
In the world of football, the role of a goalkeeper often goes beyond the field – it’s a position that shapes the game’s very spirit.
Apii Avarua and Nukutere College crowned champions in CIFA Schools Competition
Wednesday 27 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports
Apii Avarua and Nukutere College were crowned the champions in the annual Cook Islands Football Association schools competition for students in year 7 and 8.
Cook Islands secure narrow victory vs Tonga to end campaign on a high
Tuesday 26 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands held on to clinch a narrow 1-0 victory against hosts Tonga in a tight final match at the OFC Men’s Nations Cup 2024 – Qualifying yesterday.
Last-gasp goal crushes Cooks’ Nations Cup dreams
Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
A stunning free-kick just minutes from full-time has ensured that Samoa will take their place at the OFC Men’s Nations Cup 2024 in June.
Annual School Tournament enters fourth week
Thursday 21 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Annual School Tournament, held every week, enters its fourth week tomorrow at the CIFA Complex in Matavera.
Cooks need win to keep Nations Cup hopes alive
Thursday 21 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Cook Islands national men’s football side is all focused on getting their OFC Nations Cup Qualifying campaign off to a winning start when they face Samoa tomorrow.