Vanuatu vs Fiji: Prediction, facts, betting tips and head-to-head – June 9, 2026
The national teams of Vanuatu and Fiji will meet in a friendly match on Tuesday, June 9, with kick-off scheduled for 8:00 a.m. I have a betting tip for this encounter.
Vanuatu vs Fiji: Match Preview
Vanuatu and Fiji failed to reach the final stage of the World Cup. Neither side made it through qualification, and they will now play this friendly match before wrapping up their international schedule.
Vanuatu were unable to progress beyond the second stage of qualification. They entered the campaign at that round but were eliminated there. The team collected three points from three matches and finished third in their group, despite two teams advancing from the four-team section. Since then, Vanuatu have played only nine friendly matches, recording five wins, two draws, and two defeats.
Fiji, meanwhile, managed to come through that stage of World Cup qualifying. They collected five points from three matches, finishing two points behind the group leaders while ending two points ahead of their nearest rivals. As a result, they advanced to the third stage, where they suffered a heavy 0–7 defeat in the semi-finals. Fiji have played seven matches since then, winning once, drawing once, and losing five times.
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- Vanuatu are unbeaten in their last four matches.
- Fiji are without a win in their last four matches.
- Vanuatu have conceded in each of their last four games.
- Vanuatu have scored at least one goal in nine consecutive matches.
- Vanuatu defeated Fiji 2–1 in the most recent meeting between the sides.
Probable Lineups
- Vanuatu: Sablan, Tasso, Clark, Kaltak, Boulet, Alick, Cooper, Kalo, Spokeyjack, Saniel, Tasip
- Fiji: Narayan, Nabeel, Matanisiga, Baravilala, Wara, Dunn, Joseph, Waranaivalu, Hughes, Jennings, Wasasala
Prediction
My recommendation is to back both teams to score in this match. In my view, this is a friendly fixture that carries little pressure or consequence for either side.
