The Bula Boys concluded their run in the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Prime Ministers Cup in Honiara, Solomon Islands, securing the second position, with Papua New Guinea taking the top spot.
Fiji maintained an unbeaten record throughout the tournament, dominating the host nation, Solomon Islands, with a final score of 3-1 in their last match. Gabriel Matanisiga kicked off the scoring for Fiji in the 33rd minute, and Sairusi Nalaubu added a second right before halftime, putting Fiji ahead 2-0 at the break. Thomas Dunn ensured Fiji’s victory with a third goal in the 56th minute. Although Atkin Kaua managed to pull back a goal for the Solomon Islands in the 79th minute, Fiji’s strong defensive play allowed them to maintain their lead until the final whistle.
Earlier in the day, Papua New Guinea clinched the tournament title by defeating Vanuatu 2-1, finishing with 10 points overall. The FIjian team, led by coach Marika Rodu, ended their campaign with eight points after achieving two victories and two draws.
This tournament has demonstrated the competitive spirit and talent among the participating teams, especially for Fiji, which showed resilience and skill throughout. Their performance sets a strong foundation for future competitions, indicating that the Bula Boys have the potential to achieve even greater success moving forward.
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