Solomon Islands
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- Oceania - World Cup Qualifying 17 International Match 12 Friendlies 1 International Island Games 1
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Results
| International Match | 12/21 07:00 | - |
Solomon Islands v
Fiji
|
L | 1-3 | |
| International Match | 12/18 04:00 | - |
Solomon Islands v
Papua New Guinea
|
L | 2-3 | |
| International Match | 12/09 04:36 | - |
Solomon Islands v
Vanuatu
|
W | 4-1 | |
| Oceania - World Cup Qualifying | 11/17 06:00 | 3 |
Papua New Guinea
v
Solomon Islands
|
W | 1-2 | |
| Oceania - World Cup Qualifying | 11/14 03:00 | 2 |
Solomon Islands v
New Caledonia
|
L | 2-3 | |
| Oceania - World Cup Qualifying | 10/10 07:00 | 1 |
[2] Solomon Islands v
Fiji
[2]
|
L | 0-1 | |
| International Match | 09/05 07:00 | - |
Solomon Islands v
Hong Kong
|
L | 0-3 | |
| International Match | 09/02 07:00 | - |
Fiji
v
Solomon Islands
|
L | 1-0 | |
| International Island Games | 11/28 04:00 | - |
Fiji
v
Solomon Islands
|
W | 0-2 | |
| International Match | 06/18 11:30 | - |
Singapore
v
Solomon Islands
|
D | 1-1 | |
| International Match | 06/14 13:00 | - |
Malaysia
v
Solomon Islands
|
L | 4-1 | |
| International Match | 03/26 05:00 | - |
Fiji
v
Solomon Islands
|
W | 0-2 |
Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Wins | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Draws | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Losses | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Goals for | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Goals against | 16 | 14 | 2 |
| Clean sheets | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Failed to score | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Wikipedia - Solomon Islands national football team
The Solomon Islands men's national football team is the national football team of Solomon Islands, administered by the Solomon Islands Football Federation. The Solomon Islands national football team was founded in 1978. They were officially recognised by FIFA a decade later, in 1988.
History
During the 2004 Oceania World Cup qualification/Oceania Cup the team drew 2–2 with Australia and qualified for the second leg. In the second leg, the Solomon Islands national men's team were thrashed by Australia 5–1 and 6–0 in the two matches, with Australia qualifying for the 2005 FIFA Confederations Cup.
The Solomons got a second chance against the Socceroos in a two-legged series in September 2005, this time with the winner advancing to a two-legged series against CONMEBOL's fifth-place finisher for a berth in the 2006 FIFA World Cup, and the team was thrashed by Australia 7–0 on the first leg and 2–1 in the second played at home.
The Solomons were knocked out of the 2010 FIFA World Cup – having got off to a good start winning every game in their qualifying group and comfortably progressing to the knockout rounds, defeats to New Caledonia and then to Vanuatu saw them knocked out of the competition.
In 2012, the Solomon Islands held the 2012 OFC Nations Cup which was also the second round of World Cup qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup where they finished in fourth place after qualifying through to the knockout stage by defeating Papua New Guinea and having draws against Fiji and New Zealand. They lost in the semi-final after they lost to the champions Tahiti after Jonathan Tehau scored the only goal. They later lost to New Zealand in the third-place playoff. The third round of World Cup qualifying saw the team finish bottom of the group after only taking one win against Tahiti.
After first taking charge of the team in 2017, Spaniard Felipe Vega-Arango was appointed for his second stint in June 2021.
In 2019, they went on a three-week training tour in Netherlands.
In June 2023, Solomon Islands played their friendly match against Southeast Asia countries, Singapore and Malaysia. Solomon Island won the 2023 MSG Prime Minister's Cup after winning against Papua New Guinea (3–1), Vanuatu (1–0) and New Caledonia (1–0) as Raphael Lea'i clinch the golden boots as the tournament top scorer with four goals.
The team is known for its vibrant and passionate style of play, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the islands. The players often showcase their agility, teamwork, and determination on the field, making them a competitive force in the Oceania region. The team's colors typically feature the national flag's blue, yellow, and green, symbolizing the islands' natural beauty and cultural identity.
The Solomon Islands have participated in various international tournaments, including the OFC Nations Cup and World Cup qualifying matches, where they have made notable strides in recent years. The team's home matches are often played at the Lawson Tama Stadium in Honiara, where they enjoy strong support from local fans.
With a commitment to developing local talent and promoting soccer at the grassroots level, the Solomon Islands national team continues to inspire a new generation of players and fans, aiming to make their mark on the global stage.