Bula FC has secured a significant partnership with iXCEL Financial Solutions, who has stepped in as an official sponsor for the OFC Professional League. The announcement was made in a press release from the club on Thursday evening. This collaboration unites a proud local Fijian business with the country’s first professional football club, both of which share a commitment to community development, opportunity, and growth.
Naziah Ali, Bula FC’s chief commercial officer, expressed her enthusiasm about the partnership, highlighting the shared vision between the club and iXCEL. “We are incredibly proud to partner with a business that not only believes in Bula FC but also believes in Fiji and in the potential of our people. Support like this enables us to build a professional environment for our players, inspire young athletes nationwide, and grow the game sustainably and meaningfully within our communities,” she stated.
Poonam Kumar, director and financial advisor at iXCEL Financial Solutions, shared her excitement about the collaboration, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to their home country. “I’m feeling quite excited, grateful, and honoured to be part of something big. Our parents are from Ba, so it’s truly an honour for us to support our hometown and nurture the talent we have back home,” Kumar commented.
As Bula FC gears up for their OFC Pro League campaign, they are set to face Vanuatu United FC next Saturday at Eden Park in Auckland, signifying the start of an important season ahead. The enthusiasm from both the club and its new sponsor signals a promising future for professional football in Fiji, with hopes of inspiring the next generation of athletes and fostering the growth of the sport in the region.