Highlights
Round 4
Solomon Kings FCVAuckland FC
OFC Professional League 2026
Match Information
Solomon Islands National Stadium, Honiara, Solomon Islands
Audio Language
English
Description
In a dramatic finish, league leaders Auckland FC edged out Solomon Kings FC with a hard-fought victory, exacting revenge on the only team to have beaten them this season. Despite a passionate home crowd fuelling a dominant first half for the Solomon Kings, Auckland FC grew into the game after the break, nearly opening the scoring when Emiliano Tade's free-kick struck the crossbar. The breakthrough finally arrived in the dying minutes when substitute Aston Burns embarked on a brilliant solo run, weaving past three defenders to slot the ball home. The match ended with incredible stoppage-time drama as Auckland goalkeeper Oscar Mason became the ultimate hero, pulling off a stunning diving save against Sota Higashide's 100th-minute penalty to secure all three points for the Kiwis.