Samoa Football officially commenced its All Stars Tournament 2025 on the evening of Tuesday, December 2, 2025. This tournament features four competing teams: Samoa A, Savaii Invitational, Upolu Invitational, and Samoa Invitational. Each team comprises a diverse mix of…
Coaching Course
Ms Malifa has begun her journey in her B-License course, Part 2
Nov 30, 2025, 11:44 PM 0
Nadia Kayla Malifa, the passionate and dedicated Women’s Manager, has embarked on an exciting journey to the picturesque islands of Fiji to partake in the second phase of her B-Licence training. This follows her successful completion of the first…
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Samoan player from Nelson embarks on a professional football dream with South Island United
Nov 30, 2025, 9:06 PM 0
Dauntae Mariner will represent the Nelson district in the OFC Pro League after the duo was signed by South Island United for the newest professional competition in the world. A Samoan international Mariner was part of the Nelson Suburbs…
Maria Akenese Salamasina is on her way to the Cook Islands for the kick-off of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Oceania Qualifiers. Recently, she completed Stage 3 of the VAR (Video Assistant Referee) course in New Zealand, bolstering her…
Exciting news: Mr Lafi Ioane, a dedicated male referee for the Samoa Football, recently completed his Fitness Instructor Coaching Course in Cook Islands just last week. Meanwhile, Ms Salvation Ellen Fetalaiga is gearing up to travel to New Zealand…
FUN FESTIVAL 2025
Ia a’oa’oina fanau tama’ita’i e fa’aleo vaega e le’o saogalemu ai i totonu o taaloga
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E silia ma le 20 alo ma fanau tamaitai ,13 tausaga agai ile 18 tausaga le matutua na mafai ona maua le avanoa e auai ile ulua’i aso o le polokalame “Fun Festival” ile malae soka i Tuanaimato. O…
volunteer story
Akina is celebrating over a year of volunteer service with the Samoa Football
Nov 23, 2025, 10:35 PM 0
Akina Yamada, a vibrant 33-year-old of Chilean Japanese heritage, has dedicated over a year to volunteering for the This Is How We Football Program in the Women’s Department of Samoa Football. Her passion for the sport shines as she…
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Technical
Samoa Football is pleased to welcome Mr Alvarez as our new Technical Director.
Nov 10, 2025, 8:45 PM 0
Samoa Football is excited to announce the appointment of Mr Michael Martinez Alvarez as our new Technical Director. Mr Martinez Alvarez holds the prestigious UEFA Pro license and has extensive certifications in various areas, including methodology, game modelling, and…
U17 Women's FIFA WWC25
Samoa have exited the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2025™
Oct 26, 2025, 10:57 PM 0
Just as in their previous defeats to France and Canada, Samoa fought bravely but struggled to match it with the African representatives. Three of the four goals came in the first 34 minutes of the contest, as Nigeria progressed…
U17 Women's FIFA WWC25
“We are going to continue to grow and learn a lot from these matches, “- Coach Juan
Oct 22, 2025, 9:17 PM 0
I know it can sound like a defeat, but actually it’s a massive win for us in Samoa.” Reflected coach Juan Chang Urrea on FIFA+. “ We play against the best teams in the world, so it’s a win…
U17 Women's FIFA WWC25
A small nation in the Pacific, Samoa, celebrated a historic day for its people
Oct 20, 2025, 12:49 AM 0
Jayde Eldredge (37’) and Makea Leonard (51’) netted the inaugural goals for Samoa in a FIFA tournament, ensuring their place in history. The French team really went for it with an incredible 61 shots compared to just two from…
Today is World Mental Health Day, and Samoa Football is taking a stand for mental health awareness. The Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) has launched the “Be a Support Player, Play for Mental Health” campaign, highlighting the importance of safeguarding…
Referee
Samoa assistant referee appointed for FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025™
Aug 22, 2025, 1:45 AM 0
Malaetala Salanoa (Samoa) and Gareth Sheehan (NZ) appointed as assistant referees. The FIFA Referees Committee has announced the match officials who will take charge of fixtures at this year’s FIFA U-17 World Cup™, the first edition of the competition to feature 48 teams,…
OFC Women’s Nations Cup 2025
Samoa, has made history by becoming the first squad to qualify for the semi-finals of the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship
Aug 5, 2025, 11:31 PM 0
Our team, Samoa, has made history by becoming the first squad to qualify for the semi-finals of the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship. This milestone was achieved following an impressive and decisive 4-0 victory over Fiji in a Group A…
OFC Women's U16
Samoa U16 Women’s delighted the home crowd with a big first-up win over New Caledonia
Aug 1, 2025, 7:16 AM 0
Team Samoa delivered an electrifying performance in their opening match against New Caledonia, securing a commanding victory with an impressive scoreline of 5-0. Their gameplay was nothing short of spectacular, showcasing a harmonious blend of skill, strategy, and seamless…
3rd Place in OFC Nations Cup 2025
Samoa Shocks Fiji to Achieve Best Ever Finish at OFC Women’s Nations Cup
Jul 21, 2025, 12:02 AM 0
Samoa’s women’s football team achieved an impressive milestone by finishing third at the OFC Women’s Nations Cup 2025, defeating the host team, Fiji, 2-0 at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. While Fiji worked hard to find a way to…
OFC Women’s Nations Cup 2025
Samoa secure first win of 2025 OFC Women’s Nations Cup
Jul 7, 2025, 11:49 PM 0
Both coaches made a number of changes to their starting XIs after the opening game. Juan Chang Urrea made five, with second half goalkeeper Xeyana Salanoa replacing Kamy Anaya, and Lianna Soifua, Lilly Dowsing, Mia Afoa and Brianna Kitiona…
Acheivements, FFS staff
Nadia received her OFC Licensed Coach Educator certificate
Jun 19, 2025, 10:26 PM 0
After four years filled with challenges and obstacles in her journey as an educator, Nadia Kayla Malifa, the Samoa Football Women’s Manager, has finally reached a remarkable milestone that makes the long wait truly worthwhile. As the first woman…
Pelenatete Taei Samoa Football Social Responsibility/Just Play Programme Manager was participating in the FIFA Guardians Safeguarding Residential Workshop that took place in London from 19–22 May 2025. This prestigious workshop, organised by FIFA, brings together safeguarding officers and experts…
Another star has recognized
First female from Samoa Football has completed the Football Executive Programme
May 6, 2025, 10:35 PM 0
In a historic achievement, Ms. Pelenatete Taei, the Football Social Responsibility Manager for Samoa, has successfully graduated from the Football Executive Programme in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This program, which spanned one year, commenced in 2024 and reached completion in…
The Samoa U17 women’s team continues to write history by becoming the first-ever Pacific Island team to reach the semi-finals of the prestigious Dallas Cup in the United States. Under the leadership of Head Coach Juan Chang Urrea, the…
Our Samoa U17 Girls National Team has finished their Dallas Cup journey in the Top 4 — a groundbreaking achievement for our country and the entire Pacific region. After topping our group with an undefeated run, our tama’ita’i powered…
FFS
Samoa National U15 Boys Youth Development Team embarked on an exciting journey
Apr 12, 2025, 12:53 AM 0
This morning, the Samoa National U15 Boys Youth Development Team embarked on an exciting journey, departing for New Zealand to participate in the prestigious OFC U-15 Youth Development Tournament 2025. This tournament brings together a total of nine nations…
On April 9, 2025, the Football Federation Samoa proudly unveiled its new logo, marking a significant milestone in the history of Samoa Football. This event was attended by over 50 guests, including CEOs from various sports organizations across Samoa,…
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Women's Football
Participants received Safeguarding in Sport for Development Certificates
Mar 5, 2025, 8:50 PM 0
Yesterday marked an extraordinary milestone for the remarkable women and girls participating in the “This is How We Football Programme Course.” With immense pride, they received their UEFA Foundation for Children Safer Play—Safeguarding in Sports for Development Certificates, which…
More than ten enthusiastic women and girls gathered at the vibrant FFS Complex Tuanaimato on Tuesday to kick off the “This Is How We Football” Program 2025. Over the next three days, from Tuesday to Thursday, the air will…
Women Campaign
The FFS First Women Campaign in Savaii proved to be a significant success.
Feb 27, 2025, 4:09 AM 0
Over 100 women from various Government schools in the Faasaleleaga district came together to participate in the Football Federation Samoa (FFS) Women’s Campaign held in Iva, Savaii, on a vibrant Wednesday afternoon.This marked the inaugural occasion for the program in Savaii, thoughtfully organized by Women’s Football Manager Nadia Malifa and her dedicated Women Coordinator, Ms....
The Football Federation Samoa (FFS) invites suitable applicants for the following positions: i. Just Play Coordinatorii. Just Play Development Officer Applicants should write to FFS with a statement of how they satisfy the relevant criteria, copy of curriculum vitae,…
Football Federation Samoa (FFS) invites applications for the following vacant positions: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER HEAD OF CORPORATE SERVICES FINANCE MANAGER REFEREES MANAGER The Job Descriptions listing duties and responsibilities and the Selection Criteria for the above vacancies can be…
Upolu Youth & Senior League Draw for Saturday 20th May 2023.All matches will be played at the FFS National Headquarters Tuana’imato.
Upolu Youth & Senior League Draw. Contact Papalii Laautuivanu on 29993 for more information.
The Upolu Youth league competition (“youth league”) which has not happened in a year due to covid restrictions kicked off at the Football Federation Samoa (FFS) Headquarters at Tuanaimato on Saturday 1 April 2023. The youth league is for…
The Football Federation Samoa Inc. (FFS) invites suitable applicants for the following position: Technical Director The Technical Director is a full-time position with its Role/Mission being “To propose, implement and continuously adapt the Technical Program that should enable FFS…
Media Release: OFC Media Despite torrential rain hitting just after kickoff, home fans were given something to smile about as Lupe Ole Soaga cruised to a 9-0 win over Tongan rivals Veitongo FC. The win sets them up for…
The Football Federation Samoa (FFS) invites suitable applicants for the following positions: Finance Manager Finance Officer-Assets & Receivables Applicants should write a cover letter stating how you satisfy selection criteria, copy of curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualifications and…
Football Federation Samoa (FFS) now invites applications from suitably qualified personnel for the following vacant position: MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER The job descriptions listing duties and responsibilities and the selection Criteria for the above vacancies can be downloaded JD-Media-and-Communications-Officer…
Beach Soccer
Beach Football/Soccer: a new dawn for Football Development in Samoa”
Oct 7, 2022, 12:23 AM 0
Football Federation Samoa (‘the Federation’) through FIFA Assistance delivered the inaugural or first ever FIFA Beach Soccer Coaching Course this week at the home of Football in Tuanaimato Apia Samoa. The five (5) day Beach Soccer Coaching Course started…
Football Federation Samoa (FFS) now invites applications from suitably qualified personnel for the following vacant position: SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY MANAGER The job descriptions listing duties and responsibilities and the selection Criteria for the above vacancies can be download or uplifted…
The Samoa National U-19 men’s team who are in Tahiti gearing up for their second match of the tournament. The team consist of local and overseas based Samoan players. Coach Mathew Callcot is confidence with his team and wishing…
The Samoa Futsal team confirmed to play their first match today at 8:30pm in the OFC Futsal Cup 2022 in Suva, Fiji. A group of 14 local players departed the country on Monday 12th September to participate in the…
OFC Women's Nations Cup 2022
International football and motherhood: Samoa leads the way for the Pacific
Jul 22, 2022, 12:12 PM 0
By: Monique Moana Fischer Alisa Osborn was sure the birth of her son 18 months ago meant the end of her footballing career. “I was told quite often that once I had a baby that would be it. I…
FIFA Media Release
Spectacular Unity Lights unveiled to mark 1 Year to Go until FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™
Jul 21, 2022, 12:21 AM 0
Media Release Iconic landmarks in nine Host Cities lit up to celebrate tournament milestone Tickets to go on sale from 6 October – available from just $20 AUD/NZD for adults and $10 AUD/NZD for children. Unity Pitch unveiled earlier…
FIFA Media Release, FIFA Women's World Cup 2023
Australia and New Zealand host cities unite to mark One Year To Go until Women’s World Cup 2023™
Jul 21, 2022, 12:16 AM 0
Media Release Australia and New Zealand host cities unite to mark One Year To Go until Women’s World Cup 2023™ Unity Pitch unveiled in Sydney/Gadigal, representing the vibrant cultures of the two host nations Nine cities across two host…
The Football Federation Samoa (FFS) invite applications for a suitably qualified person for the position of ‘Technical Department Administration Manager’. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to development of football, support our national teams to deliver inspiring performances…
A number of football activities and competitions will resume in the coming weeks since Samoa is under Covid Alert level 2 with new changes amended under the State of Emergency allowing sports to re-open again. However, FFS has taken…
PRESS RELEASE Following the decisions taken by the football associations of the Cook Islands and Vanuatu to withdraw from the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Oceania Qualifiers due to positive cases of COVID-19 that affected their respective national teams,…
Tell us about yourself? My name is Maria Salamasina. I’m 33 years old from the village of Faleula. I’m the oldest in the family of five brothers and three sisters. I attended Faleula Primary School and Sagaga college in…
The Football Federation Samoa (FFS) invite applications from suitably qualified personnel for the following positions: 1. Manager- Social Responsibility Programme 2. Manager- Womens Football Development The job description listing duties and responsibilities and the selection Criteria for the above…
Tell us about yourself? My name is Malaetala Salanoa, I am from Fa’atoia and Sapapalii Savaii. I am currently working as the Referee Development Officer and Referee Technical Instructor for FFS. I am also in the FIFA list of…
Friday 18th February was the last day of the FFS Introduction to Referee Certificate Course. The course is an Introduction to Refereeing and it has been designed to assist young referees and volunteers to gain a better insight and…
The 2021 Upolu League Competition season officially closed this evening at the FFS National Headquarters in Tuana’imato. Prize winners from all divisions starting at Under 8 girls and boys all the way up to Premier League men were presented…
The dream of every footballer is to become a professional player and be able to represent their country. As such, it is one of the Football Federation Samoa (FFS) main goals to ensure that they help our players achieve…
Media Release October 19, 2021 The Oceania Football Confederation is proud to announce the launch of its new online learning platform OFC Learn, which will revolutionise the way people learn across Oceania and in other regions around the world. Funded by UEFA Assist – UEFA’s programme to support other Confederations and their Member Associations – OFC Learn aims…
Football Federation Samoa (“FFS”) hosted the inaugural Futsal Festival on Saturday 16th October 2021 at the FFS Grounds Tuanaimato. The idea and talks for the festival tarted in July by the Upolu Technical Development Program Initiative. “It was not…
The Football Federation Samoa (FFS) invite applications from suitably qualified personnel for the following positions: Manager-Administration & HR Competition Manager IT & COMET Manager Social Responsibility Programme Manager Referees Manager Media & Communications Officer Referee Development Officer IT &…
As part of the FIFA and OFC Legacy Programme, the Football Federation Samoa (FFS) President and the Executive Committee ensure that there are programmes in place to contribute and to serve our community not only to develop Football but…
Womens Football
SOCCER SISTERS’ FESTIVAL CONCLUDE WOMEN’S FOOTBALL CAPACITY BUILDING WORKSHOP IN APIA
Sep 21, 2021, 12:18 AM 0
The Football Federation Complex at Tuanaimato on Saturday 18th September 2021was filled with excited and eager young girls from the age group of 4 to 18 years old as they flocked to the fields to take part in the…
Football Federation Samoa (“FFS”) welcomed their new Chief Executive Officer in a brief ceremony lead by President, Susuga Papalii Samuel L Petaia and Staff on Monday 13 September 2021. Autū Andy Ripley started the role on Monday of the…
Non classé
FIFA Congress votes on future of FIFA Women’s World Cup™ hosting and looks to explore new competition opportunities
May 22, 2021, 7:59 AM 0
Press Release All future FIFA Women’s World Cup™ hosts to be decided by FIFA Congress FIFA to explore new opportunities for the FIFA World Cup™ and FIFA Women’s World Cup, women’s competitions and youth tournaments President Infantino outlines 11…
The annual Upolu Youth League competition quarterfinal matches will take place on Saturday 22 May 2021. The tournament kicked off in mid-March and is divided into 6 categories. Football Federation Samoa (FFS) has made a few changes to this…
A three (3) day workshop for Women’s Football Development wrapped up in Savaii today. As the first of its kind, the OFC Women’s Football Capacity Building Workshop in Savaii brought together Twenty-seven (27) female coaches, volunteers and club managers…
By: Asenati Taugasolo Semu The ground breaking ceremony this morning for the $8 million football project at the Apia Park further highlights Government’s continued commitment to the development of sports in the country. The project is funded by the…
Business House Tournament 2013
Business House Tournament kick Starts Football Federation Samoa Competition for 2021
Feb 16, 2021, 3:53 AM 0
The popular Business House tournament for 2021 has kick start a busy 2021 for Football Federation Samoa (“FFS”) Competition. This year’s Business House Tournament has drawn 30 registered teams from local Businesses and Government corporations/ministries divided into four (4)…
Despite the Covid 19 restrictions FFS 2020 Upolu Senior league competition has been one of the most successful tournaments in the FFS competition calendar. The tournament kicked off in early August and concluded this morning with the presentation of…
Football Federation Samoa handed out shopping vouchers to Football Clubs for players and officials as part of the OFC COVID19 Solidarity Fund assistance. The OFC Solidarity Fund was provided in order to support staff, volunteers, players, coaches, referees and…
Football Federation Samoa (FFS) now invites applications from suitably qualified personnel for the following vacant positions: TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICERS – SAVAII OFFICE WOMENS FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER – SAVAII The job descriptions listing duties and responsibilities and the selection Criteria…
Upolu National League
THRILLING ENCOUNTERS IN MATCH DAY 2 OF THE ELIMINATION ROUND
Nov 18, 2020, 4:06 AM 0
Three exciting matches set for match day 2 of the FFS Upolu senior league elimination round at the JS Blatter Complex, Tuana’imato. In the Women’s division, Adidas SC will play the Kiwi FC team.Adidas Women’s team is beginning to…
Togafuafua Premier Men’s team will open the top 8 of the Upolu Senior League competition against the Lupe o le Soaga tonight in the elimination round as the Togafuafua coach Rodney Stowers says it may be the hardest in…
Equipment Grant
FFS INVESTS IN VIRTUAL CONFERENCE EQUIPMENT TO OVERCOME TRAVELLING RESTRICTIONS
Oct 29, 2020, 4:18 AM 0
F.F.S invests in virtual conference equipment to overcome travelling restrictions While the COVID19 pandemic has restricted travelling and therefore attending meetings, workshops and trainings overseas, the Football Federation Samoa (FFS) has decided that it will not let this stop…
The Football Federation Samoa wishes to invite coaches who attended the OFC coaching courses in 2019 as well as any interested persons to the following refresher coaching courses which will be conducted by our FFS Technical Director, Mr Jess…
Football Federation Samoa wishes to advise that the Gazprom International Children’s Social Programme Football for Friendship is inviting ONE young football player from Samoa to participate in the Football for Friendship (F4F) programme. Those who are interested in being…
The Football Federation Samoa (FFS) invites suitable applications for the following positions: Finance Officer – Payroll & Payables Finance Officer – Assets & Receivables Selection Criteria: Minimum qualification required – Diploma in Business or Accounting from a recognized institution…
INVITATION FOR TENDERSThe Football Federation of Samoa (FFS), in collaboration with Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) and theGovernment of Samoa (GoS) wishes to invite tenders for the following works at the Apia Park: Lot 1: Civil works for…
FFS in partnership with FIFA donated much needed football equipment’s to 22 Clubs in Upolu. The FFS President stated that the gears are part of the FFS Club assistance project funded by FIFA. Representative’s from the 22 clubs in…
Following the completion of the Savaii Grassroots Coaching Certificate Course last week, Upolu West and East are conducting theirs from Monday 28 September to Wednesday 30 September aiming at Fun Football current Volunteers and new community coaches and facilitated…
Football Federation Samoa (FFS) invites applications from suitably qualified personnel for the following vacant position: IT MANAGER The FFS is looking for an enthusiastic IT manager who will be well supported by the biggest sporting organisation in the world….
SAVAII COMPETITION, Womens Football
SENIOR WOMENS TOURNAMENT UNDERWAY IN SAVAII
Sep 14, 2020, 1:35 AM 0
Football Federation Samoa’s (FFS) Savaii Senior Women’s 7 aside tournament kicked off on Saturday 12 September 2020 at the FFS Fields in Iva. The Tournament is a mini version of football played on a smaller pitch with a team…
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A milestone in the development of football in Samoa was fulfilled today with the official launch of the Savaii Clubs new uniform and the presentation of ‘sports gears’. The Football Federation Samoa (“FFS”) Executive Committee and CEO attended the…
Saturday 11th July, kicked off the first Soccer Sisters Festival since the Government of Samoa SOE for Savaii, an initiative that started in 2012 supported by OFC and FIFA’s Women Football Development Programme. The Festival is a One Day…
FIFA
Bareman: Women’s football can come back bigger, stronger and even more popular
Jul 6, 2020, 10:51 PM 0
**PRESS RELEASE *To mark the one year anniversary since the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019™, Sarai Bareman (FIFA Chief Women’s Football Officer) speaks with FIFA.com about her memories of the tournament and the current challenges and opportunities that lie…
Women's Football
FUN FOOTBALL ENCOURAGES PARTICIPATION OF GIRLS/WOMEN IN SOCCER
Jun 15, 2020, 5:06 AM 0
Football Federation Samoa (“FFS”) has started its Fun Football Series Program on Saturday mornings around Uplou and Savaii following the easement of State of Emergency (“SOE”) conditions set by the Government. The Fun Football is a free program targeting…
FIFA Press Release FIFA will organise a series of online discussions with all member associations and other stakeholders in order to debate and assess proposals that might contribute “to shape a better football for the future”. In a video message…
FIFA Press Release FIFA, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Commission have joined forces to launch the #SafeHome campaign to support women and children at risk of domestic violence. The campaign is a joint response from the…
The Football Federation Samoa (FFS) Competition calendar that was on hold due to the Government of Samoa’s SOE is now scheduled to kick start on the 20th June 2020. The FFS Executive Board resolved to roll out FFS competitions…
Football Federation Samoa (FFS) now invites applications from suitably qualified personnel for the following vacant position: HEAD OF CORPORATE SERVICES The job description listing duties and responsibilities and the selection Criteria for the above vacancies can be uplifted from…
The 2020 annual FFS Business house tournament kicked off on the 4th February concluded last evening at the JS Blatter complex. Two matches took place to determine the winners of the competition. Tanoa Hotel defeated Ministry of Health 5-1…
The Football Federation Samoa (FFS) invites suitable applications for the following positions: Finance Officer – Payroll & Payable Finance Officer – Assets & Procurement Selection Criteria: Minimum qualification required – Diploma in Business or Accounting from a recognized institution…
Football Federation Samoa Business House tournament is drawing closer to an end and the competition is heating up. With few hours left before semi finals, teams know that there is no room for error. One slip up or underestimating…
History was created last night at the Stade Mahina in Tahiti when the Samoan League Champions Club, Lupe ole Soaga beat the resilient Fijian League Champs of Ba with a score of 4-3. The Samoan side surprised Ba…
Magiagi’s Lupe o le Soaga Soccer Club is gearing up for a significant tournament this year which sees them compete in the Second Group Stage Tournament of the Oceania Club Champions League to be held in Tahiti from the…
Lupe o le Soaga Soccer Club who are representing Samoa at the OFC Club Championship currently underway in Auckland New Zealand ended their quest in the first qualifying rounds on a high note. This was noted in the win…
The Lupe o le Soaga Samoa Premier Men’s Team from Magiagi has been selected to represent Football Federation Samoa (“FFS”) and Samoa at the Oceania Football Confederation (“OFC”) Championship preliminary tournament in Auckland, New Zealand from the 25th January…
Making a difference in others’ lives through Football is what the Reagan Milstein’s foundation work is about. Reagan Milstein was a popular, healthy 14 year old boy from Melbourne Australia. He loved sports, particularly football (soccer), and he wanted…
The new Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) of the Football Federation Samoa (“FFS”) Seve Dr Folototo Seve was officially welcomed by FFS President Papali’i Samuel L Petaia and staff on Monday 6th January 2020 at the FFS Headquarters in Tuanaimato. …
Football Federation Samoa (“FFS”) farewelled its National U23 Men’s team in a send-off ceremony on Wednesday 18 September 2019 at the FFS Complex Tuanaimato. The national team are participating in the OFC Men’s Olympic Qualifier tournament held in Fiji…
The 2019 National Senior Football League competition officially opened this morning at the Football Federation Samoa’s (“FFS”) Tuana’imato Complex. The Honourable Prime Minister of Samoa and FFS Patron Afioga Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi delivered the Keynote address to open the…
The Upolu Youth League competition run by FFS completed this afternoon at the JS Blatter fields in Tuana’imato Complex. Last day of the tournament saw teams playing intensely for a spot in the finals. Two new clubs joined this…
Football Federation Samoa (“FFS”) was honoured to have one of our Pacific Football icons participating in the XVI Pacific Games. Known as the most popular and internationally recognised figure in the Pacific region in football, Roy Krishna (“Krishna”) is…
Pacific Games, Womens Football
Samoan Women’s Football takes silver medal second to great footballers to PNG
Jul 20, 2019, 9:18 AM 0
The Samoa Women’s Football team walked away after 90 minutes of a thrilling finals for Women’s Football with the Silver Medal for the 2019 XVI Pacific Games. Despite losing to defending champions Papua New Guinea (PNG) with a score…
Football Federation Samoa (FFS) conducted a hand over ceremony on Friday 19th July 2019 to officially open the newly refurbished stadium at J Blatter Complex, Tuana’imato. The opening ceremony started with an opening prayer by Rev. Muao Fagasua of…
History was made at the JS Blatter grounds where the Samoa Football Women’s team won their last group match against New Caledonia with a 3 – 2 final score. Samoa head coach Nicola Demaine was pleased with the team’s…
Football Federation Samoa (“FFS”) officially announced a strong forty six (46) squad of the most qualified Samoan soccer players to represent the nation in the upcoming Pacific Games (“Games”) where Samoa is playing host from the 7th – 17th…
The Youth League Competition coordinated by Football Federation Samoa (FFS) kicked off this morning at the FFS fields Tuana’imato. Sixteen (16) clubs registered teams for the Under 9, 12, 15, 17 and 20 age divisions. The record number in…
Goal keeping is important because scoring and stopping goals with the last line of field finds the Goal Keeper. Football Federation Samoa completed the three days Member Association Certificate in Goal keeping on Thursday 30th May 2019. The…
Football Federation Samoa (“FFS”) and Oceania Football Confederation (“OFC”) is hosting a week long course to up skill local coaches for the upcoming Youth and National League season for 2019. The first phase of the Course started from Monday…
Referring is as important as a player in not just football but in any other game as they play a crucial role in controlling and ensuring the game runs smoothly. In Football, it i s impossible to play without…
Close to 500 students participated in the annual Faleata District Inter school football tournament yesterday afternoon. Competitions Manager Papali’i La’’autuivanu Le Mamea explained the importance of the tournament. “The main objective of the tournament is to develop the student’s…
After a 2 year absence from the OFC Champions League, the Kiwi Football Club are busy preparing for first of qualifying for this competition. The qualifying stage of the champions league is schedule to kick off on the 26th…
Madeline (Maddy) Ah Ki made her first appearance for Samoa at the age of 12 at the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Under 20 Women’s Championship in Tonga. Three weeks after her 16th birthday, she made her debut for the…
This afternoon the Football Federation Samoa (FFS) held a press conference to officially announce its Senior National Women’s Team which departs tomorrow for the OFC Women’s Nations Cup in New Caledonia 18th November – 1st December 2018. The tournament…
The draw for the annual Savaii National League week 3 games was announced today during the second week of the tournament, for the 10 teams who have registered. Regardless of the weather the participating teams turned up for a…
More than 500 students took part in the inaugural Primary School Soccer Sister’s festival from the 29th to the 31st October 2018. The participating schools are active members of FFS Grassroots development program Fun Football which caters for children…
In collaboration with Samoa Cancer Society to support the fight against breast cancer, Football Federation Samoa will official launch its inaugural Soccer Sisters Festival at the Faleula Primary schools Grounds on Monday 29th October 2018. The Soccer Sisters…
Despite losing in their first friendly match against Fiji, Team Samoa continue to be optimistic and are working hard to amend their mistakes from their first match to improve in today’s match. The national training squad departed Samoa…
Non classé, Senior Women's National Team
Women’s Training Squad Camp underway
Oct 21, 2018, 11:41 PM 0
The Women’s National Team Training squad departed for Fiji last-night for a one-week camp. The camp is part of the team’s preparations for the upcoming Nations Cup where they will be playing two friendly matches against the Fiji National…
Despite the 5 year’s gab, the 2018 Samoa Football Cup competition has been one of the most successful tournaments in the FFS competition calendar. The tournament kicked off last Saturday and concluded this evening with the final round of…
The 2018 Samoa Cup Competition is schedule to kick off on Saturday 22nd September 2018 at the Football Federation Samoa (FFS) fields in Tuana’imato, with the official opening at 1pm. The first match is scheduled to kick off at…
“It is important to learn more about coaching than having a piece of paper, say’s FFS Technical Director Valerio Raccuglia.” FFS Technical Director Valerio Raccuglia conducted the three days course with the hopes of giving the participants a better…
Malae Sofe has been appointed to officiate as an assistant referee in the OFC U-16 Men’s Championship taking place in the Solomon Islands, from the 9th – 22nd September. Sofe is one of only two Assistant Referees from Samoa…
With only a few days away from the Oceania Football Confederation U16 Boy’s Championship (FIFA U17 World Cup Qualifier, Team Samoa is ready to take on the best teams in Oceania. The tournament is being hosted in the Solomon…
The annual national football league for Upolu clubs kick off on Friday night at the FFS fields at Tuana’imato. 20 Clubs have registered to compete in this year’s tournament. The league is divided into 4 divisions. 12 teams are…
Football for Friendship
Football For Friendship young heroes from Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands return home from Russia to spread the word about the magic of football
Jul 23, 2018, 1:31 AM 0
PRESS RELEASE: 12-year-old promising football players and 12-year-old aspiring journalists from Australia, American Samoa, Cook Islands, Fiji, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tahiti, Tonga and Vanuatu have returned to their home countries as Football For Friendship Young…
The National U-16 Boy’s football team competing at the Oceania Football Confederation U16 Preliminary Championship qualifiers in Tonga began its campaign on a positive note winning its first match against the Cook Islands 3 – 0. Samoa’s coach Martin…
Football Federation Samoa (FFS) is hosting a one week workshop which started on the 9th July to prepare referees for the upcoming FFS National League competition which kicks off on the 21s July 2018. The workshop Coordinator, Referee Development…
Samoa’s National Under 16 Men’s squad was officially announced by Coach Martin Tamasese this afternoon. The team will be representing Samoa in the upcoming OFC U-16 Men’s Championship in Tonga from the 14th – 20th July 2018. Tamasese shared…
The Samoa National U-19 Men’s Football team is ready for the Oceania Football Confederation Preliminary Championship 2018. The tournament will be held in Cook Islands from the 26 May to the first week of June. Four teams confirmed to…
This weekend the Football Federation Samoa (FFS) kicked off its Upolu Youth League for 2018 up at its Tuana’imato Complex. Saturday’s games consisted of 13 teams for Under 10s grade and 21 teams for the Under 13 grade. Each…
Football Federation Samoa Just Play Programme “Sports to Life” Teachers course for colleges continues in the big island of Savaii this week. The launch of the program in Savaii has been notable with support from our current Miss Samoa…
‘Sports to Life Programme’ which is a three day course for College teachers around Upolu and Savaii was launched by Football Federation Samoa (FFS) through the Just Play Programme this morning. The Course is an Introduction to the ‘Sports…
After naming the champions of the annual Football Federation Samoa 2017 national league tournament, Lupe ole Soaga confirmed to represent Samoa in the upcoming OFC Champions League. Meeting fellow brothers from American Samoa, Tonga and Cook Islands, Coach Paul…
The Fa’atoia United and Lupe o le Soaga Football teams dominated the Football Federation Samoa 2017 National League Senior’s Competition. Both football teams stood out from the Football Federation Samoa National League tournament that kicked off from September to mid-December….
Whilst Christmas is around the corner Football Federation Samoa practice the tradition for the season by giving out 10 balls each to a total number of one hundred and ten Government and Private schools, non-government and private organizations, Sunday…
Football Federation Samoa hosted Prize Giving on Saturday 16th September at its premises to conclude the annual Youth League tournament which started in April of this year. The annual youth league tournament cater for three divisions includes an under…
The 2017 OFC U-16 Women’s Championship in Samoa, this August will not only showcase the best young female footballers in the region, it will also provide a crucial platform for an awareness campaign focused on ending violence towards women…
Just Play Programme, OFC U16 Women's Championship
Busy day for Samoa Under 16 Women’s team
Aug 3, 2017, 9:00 AM 0
The Samoa U16 Girls National Football team had a busy Thursday. The team joined The Samoa Just Play Social Responsibility team ahead of their game this Saturday. The morning began with the team visiting the home of the elderly…
Being physically active is not enough, having a balanced diet is the other main factor in reducing NCDs. We know that regular physical activity and a balanced diet are the only ways to fight obesity and certain types of…
Protecting children in our community is an important part of the Just Play Programme. Fourteen schools held mini festivals within their communities as part of the Just Play Curriculum to celebrate one of four objectives of the program which…
Football Federation Samoa has always placed high importance on developing opportunities for young children to take part in football. As such, FFS continues to provide activities and opportunities through football for girls and females to get involved and take…
The Just Play program continues to grow since its implementation in 2009 in the Pacific and 2011 in Samoa where a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Education Sports and Culture and Football Federation Samoa to integrate Just…
Pele (Eti) Tamaolefale will resume his studies at One Tree Hill College this year in late April. Eti as he is commonly known was the FFS candidate to the OFC Education Centre (OEC) Program in 2016. The OEC seeks…
After months of negotiation and preparation the Football Federation Samoa is happy to announce the departure of three young talented footballers to pursue their academic and football education in New Zealand. Mr Falaniko Naumea, Asi Stanley Mamea, and Jarvis…
A day filled with mixed emotion when Football Federation Samoa in partnership with Senese Inclusive Education celebrated World Down Syndrome Day at the FFS Complex in Tuana’imato. For this year’s celebration the theme of “My Voice, My Community, Speak…
Fun Football, is a grassroots program offered by Football Federation Samoa (FFS) to organizations, communities and schools for free. The initiative began in 2010 to develop and enhance football skills of children aged 5 -15 years old with the…
Just Play Programme, OFC U-17 Championship
Men’s Under 17 brings joy to cancer fighter
Feb 8, 2017, 1:44 AM 0
Meet 16 year old Malotie Faapine: Soccer enthusiast, sports fanatic and now, soldier in the fight for his life against cancer. To mark World Cancer Day, the U17 National Soccer Team visited cancer patients during the weekend at the…
The Taumeasina Island Resort graciously hosted a dinner for the Samoa U17 Football Team that will be heading to Tahiti for the upcoming OFC U17 Championship to be held from the 11th – 24th February 2017. The Honourable Minister…
Story by: Sina Seevaetasi Football Federation Samoa has named the final squad for Samoa’s U17 Team. The team listed below will be travelling to Tahiti to compete in the final round of the O.F.C U17 Championship from February 11-24….