The eagerly anticipated pool draw for the Pacific Community Cup has set the stage for an exciting showdown between IDC finalists Rewa and Ba, with both teams placed in Group A for the tournament in New Zealand. This year, the reigning champions Rewa, who hold titles in both the Extra Supermarket Premier League and FMF IDC, lead Group A, sharing the group with Ba FC, AUFFI All Stars, NZFFI All Stars, and NZFFI Northshore All Stars.
In contrast, Group B features the Extra Battle of the Giants champions, Labasa FC, along with Lautoka FC, AUFFI Australia All Stars, Auckland All Stars, and USA All Stars. The tournament is set to take place from November 26 to 30 in Auckland, marking a significant event for teams and fans alike.
Reflecting on last year’s competition, the Pacific Cup was hosted in Churchill Park, Lautoka, where notable teams such as Rewa, Labasa, and Navua faced early exits in the pool stages. Lautoka managed to reach the semifinals but was ultimately defeated by the Auckland All Stars, who retained their championship title.
This year’s tournament promises to bring even more enthralling matches as teams from various regions, including several international participants, aim for glory. The competitive spirit displayed in previous tournaments, as seen with international teams like the USA All Stars and Auckland All Stars, adds an exciting layer to the competition, indicating a bright and hopeful future for football in the Pacific region. Fans can look forward to high-stakes matches and showcase talents as the tournament progresses.