New caledonia football

New Caledonia is a French overseas collectivity in the Pacific Ocean, and its national football team, also known as the Les Cagous, represents the country in international football competitions.

Here are some key facts about New Caledonia football:

  1. Fédération Calédonienne de Football (FCF): The governing body of football in New Caledonia is the Fédération Calédonienne de Football, which was founded in 1968.
  2. National team: The New Caledonia national team has been playing international matches since 1971. They have participated in several Pacific Games and have also qualified for the FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
  3. Pacific Games: New Caledonia has won several medals in the Pacific Games, including gold medals in 1983, 1995, and 2011.
  4. FIFA World Cup qualifiers: New Caledonia has qualified for the FIFA World Cup qualifiers several times, but has not yet qualified for the final tournament.
  5. Current squad: The current New Caledonia national team squad consists of players from the country's domestic league, as well as players who play abroad in countries such as France, Australia, and New Zealand.
  6. Domestic league: The New Caledonia Super Ligue is the top division of football in the country, featuring 10 teams.
  7. International competitions: New Caledonia has participated in several international competitions, including the Pacific Games, the OFC Nations Cup, and the FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Some notable players from New Caledonia include:

  1. Jean-Paul Goarant: A former player who played for the national team and is considered one of the country's greatest players.
  2. Bertrand Kaï: A midfielder who has played for the national team and has also played abroad in countries such as France and Australia.
  3. Lévis Naguela: A forward who has played for the national team and has also played abroad in countries such as New Zealand and Australia.

Overall, New Caledonia football has a rich history and a strong following in the country, with the national team and domestic league providing entertainment and excitement for fans.