Ba crowned IDC champions after beating Navua 2-0

Striker Nabil Begg and Golden Ball winner Etonia Dogalau score late to secure Ba’s victory at the National Stadium in Suva.

Sunday 11 October 2026 | 18:00

Updated 11 October 2026 | 19:25 FJT

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Dayals Steel Ba FC players and officials hoist the trophy after winning the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship after defeating Vantex Solutions Navua, 2-0 in the final at the National Stadium in Suva on October 11, 2026.

Photo: Josua Buredua

Dayals Steel Ba have been crowned FMF Inter-District Championship (IDC) champions after defeating Vantex Solutions Navua 2-0 at the HFC National Stadium in Suva.

Both teams were locked at 0-0 at halftime, with neither side able to find the back of the net.

Ba broke the deadlock in the 80th minute when striker Nabil Begg capitalised on a rebound from Navua goalkeeper Tevita Ravia to put the Western giants ahead.

Golden Ball winner Etonia Dogalau sealed the victory with a penalty in the 87th minute.

Ba pocketed $25,000 in prize money as tournament champions, while runners-up Navua received $6,000.

The victory secured Ba’s 26th IDC title.



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