The stage is set for an exhilarating showdown as the 2024 OFC Nations Cup reaches its semi-final stage. After intense group stage battles, Fiji and Tahiti have secured their spots in the semi-finals, while Papua New Guinea bids farewell to the tournament.
In a thrilling conclusion to Group B action yesterday, Tahiti clinched their semi-final berth with a hard-fought draw against Fiji, preventing the hosts from adding to their first-half lead. This result was enough to secure Tahiti’s place alongside Fiji in the next round.
Meanwhile, earlier in the day, Papua New Guinea’s valiant 2-1 victory over Samoa was not sufficient to advance, marking the end of their campaign in this year’s tournament.
Semi-Final Match-ups Confirmed:
- 11:00 AM: New Zealand will face Tahiti in the first semi-final match at VFF Fresh Water Stadium on Thursday, 27 June 2024.
- 3:00 PM: Hosts Fiji will take on Vanuatu in the second semi-final later that day, promising another thrilling encounter.
Fiji’s captain, Roy Krishna, expressed confidence ahead of their clash with Vanuatu, emphasizing the strength of their opponents while rallying local support from Fiji’s passionate fanbase.
With teams arriving in Port Vila today, anticipation is mounting for Thursday’s matches, which are expected to draw significant attention from football enthusiasts across the Pacific.
