Football

Bula Boys settle for second best

December 21, 2024 9:30 pm

Thomas Dunn scored Fiji's third goal [Source: MSG Prime Minister's Cup 2024 - Solomon Islands/Facebook]

The Fiji Men’s football team secured the runner-up spot in the MSG Prime Minister’s Cup after a 3-1 victory over hosts Solomon Islands this evening at the National Stadium in Honiara.

They finish behind champions Papua New Guinea who beat Vanuatu 2-1 earlier today.

The Bula Boys dominated the first half with two goals from Gabrieli Matanisiga and Sairusi Nalaubu, taking a 2-0 lead into the break.

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In the second half, Thomas Dunn extended Fiji’s lead with a goal in the 56th minute.

Solomon Islands’ Atkin Kaua pulled one back for the hosts, but it was too late to mount a comeback as Fiji held on to claim a well-earned victory and second place in the tournament.