OFC Men’s Champions League begins with Lae City FC victory

The OFC Men’s Champions League tournament has commenced in Fiji, featuring prominent regional clubs. Lae City FC of Papua New Guinea secured a 4-1 victory in their Group B opening match against Cook Islands' Tupapa Maraerenga FC. Nalau Moses played a pivotal role in the win, contributing to three of the four goals, including a second-half strike.

New Zealand's Auckland City, the defending champions, are set to begin their campaign in Group A against Solomon Islands' Central Coast. Auckland City enters the tournament seeking its 14th title and fifth consecutive championship, maintaining a 27-match unbeaten streak in the competition dating back to 2019.