Round three of the OFC Pro League is scheduled to commence next weekend in Melbourne, Australia, featuring an extensive lineup of 15 matches. The tournament will take place at two local venues, the Home of the Matildas and Olympic Village, from February 21 to March 4.
Among the highlights, Extra Bula FC will take on Vanuatu United next Saturday at Olympic Park. Each of the eight participating clubs will play a minimum of three matches, with six teams poised to compete in four games due to three fixtures being rescheduled from the first round.
Australian club South Melbourne FC is currently at the top of the standings, having maintained an unbeaten streak with three wins and two draws across five games. They are second in overall rankings, closely trailing Auckland FC, although they have a game in hand. As the tournament progresses in Australia, South Melbourne FC aims to improve its position, with a pivotal match against Auckland FC set to take place on February 21.
Bula FC currently holds the fifth position in the Pro League standings and is eager to enhance its performance in the upcoming matches. A standout player to watch is Alex Saniel, a former Suva representative and forward for Vanuatu United FC, who has garnered attention for notable achievements, including scoring the league’s opening goal at Eden Park and setting a record for the quickest goal scored—just 57 seconds into the game—during a recent match against South Melbourne.
Fans eager to follow the action can tune into FBC Two for live coverage of the OFC Pro League, ensuring they won’t miss any of the thrilling encounters. With teams prepared and excitement in the air, round three promises to deliver a series of captivating matches and intense competition among the clubs.