The Fijiana 7s side is not letting the festive season become a distraction ahead of upcoming tournaments in the HSBC Women’s World 7s Series.

The New Zealand 7s Development side that will feature at the McDonald’s Fiji Coral 7s next month will be among the top bets for the i-Wau trophy.

Two second-half goals from Sergi Roberto rescued a 3-2 home win for champions Barcelona against bottom side Almeria in LaLiga on Wednesday, putting an end to their three-game winless run in all competitions as they head into the Christmas break.

The Russian Football Union (RFU) has voted against switching its football federation membership to Asia from Europe, Russian news agencies reported on Wednesday, opting to stay in the European fold as Moscow eyes progress in relations with UEFA.

The Bournemouth versus Luton Town Premier League match that was abandoned on Saturday after the on-field collapse of Luton captain Tom Lockyer will be replayed again in full, the league announced Wednesday.

Joining the Fijiana 7s team was a hard yet special decision for Heleina Young.

Fiji Airways Kaiviti Silktails coach Wes Naiqama is thrilled with the news that the team will be participating in the Jersey Flegg competition, considering it an early Christmas present for the club.

Having world-renowned players participate at the 2024 McDonald’s Fiji Coral Coast 7s adds an international flair to the tournament.

Brazil forward Neymar will not recover from knee surgery in time to play at next year’s Copa America, national team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar said on Tuesday.

The Fiji Airways Kaiviti Silktails will join the Jersey Flegg Cup in the upcoming season.

The Fiji Chess Federation has big plans for the future.

Youtuber Jake Paul has joined forces with USA Boxing to showcase the country’s elite competitors participating in the upcoming Paris Olympics.