Atletico Madrid’s 15-game winning run came to an end on Saturday when they were unexpectedly beaten 1-0 by lowly local rivals Leganes, a defeat that could see them lose the LaLiga lead if Real Madrid defeat Las Palmas on Sunday.

Fiji Football Head coach Rob Sherman has placed fitness at the heart of Fiji’s preparations for the OFC World Cup Qualifiers, as a 35-member extended squad, including 12 overseas-based players, prepare for a rigorous training schedule.

Gearing up for two important upcoming tournaments, the signing of former reps into the Rewa FC side is a more technical one.

Erling Haaland has signed a 10-year contract with Manchester City that will keep him at the club until 2034, the Premier League side said on Friday as the Norwegian striker seeks the opportunity to build a legacy with the English champions.

The Fiji Bula Boys have named their 35-member extended squad for the OFC World Cup Qualifiers, with new addition Nickolas Bhan of California based Iron Rose FC, earning his first call-up to the national team.

The Fiji Football Association is set to launch a residential elite academy in Labasa, a major milestone in nurturing young football talent in the region.

Ba and Suva FC are keeping their transfer strategies low-key during the ongoing window while the officials focus on retaining players and exploring potential signings.

National team goalkeeper and Rewa FC’s main keeper, Isikeli Sevanaia, has applied for a transfer to Lautoka FC for the 2025 season, despite being under a five-year suspension from Rewa FC.

Rewa FC has reinforced its defensive lineup with four signings for the 2025 football season.

The Fiji Football Association is slowly working towards installing video assistant referee cameras for their matches in adjusting to the Oceania Football Federation’s move for a professional league next year.

Lautoka Blues star striker Sairusi Nalaubu is currently in negotiations with prominent clubs during the 2025 January transfer window.

Diva Singh has confirmed he will remain as the head coach of Tavua FC, despite his recent transfer to Ba FC as a player.