Fiji Hold On To Secure Their Spot In Round 3 Of FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™ Oceania Qualifiers

Their progression completes the semi-final line-up for the qualification process, with New Zealand and American Samoa also advancing from Group A.

Sofi Diyalowai scored the decisive goal for the Kulas in the 20th minute – the third of her qualification campaign following on from her Player of the Match performance in Fiji’s prior win over New Caledonia.

Vanuatu arguably had the better chances through the remainder of the contest though, Nettie Kalsau clipping the top of the crossbar, and Leimata Simon creating problems during the opening stanza.

Chasing an upset to finish their campaign, Vanuatu continued to press in the second half but found no reward for their efforts.

Simon forced Ka’iulani Scott to tip away and Valerie Viralolokwai missed from close range, as Fiji held on for a decisive three points.

Vanuatu: 0 
Fiji: 1 (Sofi DIYALOWAI 20’)
HT: 0-1

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