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The highly anticipated FIFA-backed OFC Pro League kicks off on Saturday at Eden Park in Auckland, with eight teams from across Oceania vying to become champions of the Pacific.
Five Pacific teams from Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Tahiti and Vanuatu are sending their best players, showcasing regional talent on a professional stage.
They take the field alongside New Zealand's Auckland FC and South Island United, as well as Australia's South Melbourne FC.
The Pro League was first proposed in 2022 as part of the OFC's long-term vision to professionalize football across the region, creating clearer pathways for Pacific players to develop their careers without needing to leave home.
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