Vanuatu closed out the night in Port Vila with a 2-1 friendly win over Fiji, a useful result for Juliano Schmeling as he continues to calibrate his squad ahead of the next international window.
The official match feed has not yet released scorer or timing details, but the final scoreline alone gives Schmeling encouragement that his group managed key moments better than in recent outings. Fiji, guided by M. Rodu, again showed their competitiveness yet fell just short in the closing stages.
Without confirmed line-ups, the emphasis falls on broader takeaways. Vanuatu’s late-game composure offered a template for closing out tighter contests, while Fiji will depart Port Vila intent on tightening their defensive structure before the next set of Oceania qualifiers.
Key facts:
- Score: Vanuatu 2 – 1 Fiji
- Goal details: Awaiting official confirmation
Attention now turns to the competitive fixtures on the horizon. Vanuatu carry a measure of momentum into their next camp, and Fiji leave with a clear brief to sharpen their late-match management.
