Today was an exciting time for our young football enthusiasts in Rarotonga as over 40 kids from various local clubs came together for a dynamic football academy. Organized by our dedicated CIFA staff & Coaches—Matt Campbell, Tupou Brogan, Ngati…

After an exhilarating three days of learning and development, the youth football coaching course hosted by Phill Parker from the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) has come to a successful conclusion in Rarotonga. The event brought together coaches and managers…

In a collaborative effort to enhance sports education and development, CIFA (Cook Islands Football Association) recently partnered with Tereora College for a comprehensive six-week program focused on student assessments from year 11 to year 13. This initiative not only…

Recently, 13 participants, made up of CIFA Staff, CIFA Referees and Club Members completed an essential First Aid Training Course at the Cook Islands Red Cross. This training aimed to equip the participants with vital skills and knowledge to…

The road to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ officially kicks off tomorrow in Samoa, as the Cook Islands Men’s National Football Team takes on Tonga in the opening match of the Oceania Qualifying tournament. Hosted in Apia, this tournament…

The Cook Islands U16 Women’s team departed last night for the OFC U16 Women’s Championship, set to take place in Fiji from September 8-21, 2024. This tournament is a crucial qualifier for the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup,…

The Cook Islands National Men’s Football Team is set to embark on a journey that could redefine football in the nation as they prepare for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers. The team will head to Apia, Samoa, from…