BY RICHARD MENANOPO
Solomon Islands Ambassador to Indonesia, Gladys Isihanua, met the national men’s football team during their participation in the 2026 FIFA Series in Indonesia, offering encouragement and support as they represented the country on the international stage.
According to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade (MFAET), Ambassador Isihanua met with the squad while they were in Indonesia and acknowledged their role in representing Solomon Islands abroad.
“The Solomon Islands Ambassador to the Republic of Indonesia, Her Excellency Gladys Isihanua, has met with the Solomon Islands senior men’s national football team currently competing in the 2026 FIFA Series in Indonesia,” the statement said.
The statement said during the meeting the ambassador conveyed her encouragement and support to the team and extended assistance to boost their preparations and morale.
The Solomon Islands side played two matches in the series, including their final fixture against the Saint Kitts and Nevis national football team earlier this week in Indonesia. The match followed their opening game against the Bulgaria national football team as part of the international friendly tournament.
Members of the Solomon Islands community living and studying in Indonesia were also present to show their support and to witness the match.
The ministry noted that the FIFA Series provides valuable international exposure for teams, allowing them to compete against sides from different football confederations while strengthening preparations for future competitions.
The series, organised by FIFA, aims to give national teams more opportunities to play international friendlies during official match windows.
For Solomon Islands, the tournament provided an important opportunity for the national side to gain experience against international opposition as they continue preparations for future regional and international competitions.
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