Tahiti United V Vanuatu United FC

Match Information

Go Media Stadium, Penrose, New ZealandOFC

Audio Language

• English

Description

Vanuatu United FC secured their spot in the semi-final playoff after a tense draw with Tahiti United, surviving a late surge from their already-eliminated opponents. Following a dominant first half fuelled, Vanuatu United took the lead through Owen Smith, only for Tahiti United to level the score via penalty from Teaonui Tehau in the second half. Alex Saniel quickly restored Vanuatu United's advantage with a clinical strike but a late equalizer from Kevin Barbe for Tahiti United following a missed claim by Vanuatu United goalkeeper Matt Acton set up a frantic finish. Despite the late pressure, Vanuatu United held firm to claim the necessary point, setting up a high-stakes semi-final playoff clash against Bula FC.

Competition Information

• Men

• Football

• Main