The Cook Islands National Women’s Team recorded a memorable 1–0 victory over Afghanistan United last Thursday in Auckland, New Zealand, in the opening fixtures of their two match series. Midfielder Teupoko Tuariki scored the decisive goal midway through the…
Coach development at the Cook Islands Football Association continues to reach new heights, with several local coaches taking important steps forward in their football journeys through OFC coaching pathways. CIFA is proud to congratulate Jarves Aperau, Head Coach of…
Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) is proud to announce that two of our staff members, Susan Williams and Tyson Tekeu, have been selected to attend the OFC Coach Educator Certificate Course in Noumea, New Caledonia next month. Susan Williams,…
The Cook Islands U15 Girls Development Team has concluded its campaign at the OFC U15 Girls Youth Development Tournament 2026, finishing 7th overall following a week of competitive football and valuable international exposure in Fiji. The tournament formed part…
The Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) has appointed Tuka Tisam as Technical Lead for the FIFA Talent Development Scheme (TDS), marking an important step in strengthening football development pathways across the country. The scheme has been operating in the…
Cook Islands’ up-and-coming referee Teupoko Tuariki is set to take an exciting step forward in her officiating journey, having been selected as an Assistant Referee for the 2026 OFC U-15 Girls Youth Development Tournament in Fiji. Tuariki’s selection marks…
The Cook Islands National U-15 Girl’s Development Squad has departed for Fiji to compete in the OFC Under-15 Youth Development Tournament 2026, marking an important step in the nation’s ongoing commitment to developing women’s football. The tournament forms part…
The Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) is pleased to confirm that the Cook Islands Women’s National Team will travel to New Zealand in June 2026 to play two matches against Afghan Women United (AWU). These fixtures, scheduled during the…
The Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) is proud to announce that Teretia Teinaki, our Women’s Football Development Officer, has been selected to take part in the prestigious FIFA Women in Football Leadership Programme for 2026. This competitive programme aims to increase…
The Cook Islands U16 Men’s National Team have kicked off their campaign in style, securing an impressive 4–0 victory over American Samoa in today’s opening match. The first half saw Team Cooks take control early, with Jayden Angene opening…
