The Fiji National Football Team has officially begun their preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers with a camp at the Fiji FA Academy in Ba. Head coach Rob Sherman has named an extended 26-player squad, blending experienced players with rising stars to enhance Fiji’s chances in the critical semi-final match against New Zealand.

“We have a talented mix of experienced players and emerging talent,” Sherman stated. “Our goal is to ensure the squad is well-prepared for the challenges ahead. New Zealand is a formidable opponent, but we believe in our ability to compete at the highest level.”

The squad features a strong domestic core, supported by 13 overseas-based players. Six of these players have already been confirmed, while seven others will undergo trials in Auckland in the coming weeks.

The confirmed overseas-based players, who will integrate into the squad on March 1, are:

• Thomas Dunn
• Sterling Vasconcellos
• Jerome Narayan
• Scott Wara
• Nabil Begg
• Leroy Jennings

In addition, the following players have been invited for trials in Auckland, where they will aim to earn a place in the final squad:

• Semi Nabenu (Auckland FC – A-League Extended Squad)
• Muzakkir Nabeel (Birkenhead United)
• Mohammed Raheem (Island Bay AFC)
• Brendan McMullen (Island Bay AFC)
• Mohammed Shuiab Khan (Western Springs AFC)
• Samuela Kautoga
• James Hoyt

The final 23-player squad will be announced before the team departs for an intensive preparation camp in Auckland on March 1. Fiji will face New Zealand on March 21 at 7 PM (NZT) at Sky Stadium in Wellington.