New Caledonia managed to scrap past Solomon Islands in Group A at the FIFA World Cup 2026 – Oceania Qualifiers this afternoon with a victory.
The match ended in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea (PNG) minutes ago with New Caledonia taking a narrow win, 3-2 over the Josh Smith coached side.
Solomon Islands was leading 2-1 by half time.
Solomon Islands will face host Papua New Guinea this weekend.
New Caledonia has defeated Solomon Islands during the Pacific Games football final in Honiara one year ago.
