Samoa’s Young Squad Eyes Breakthrough at OFC Women’s Nations cup 2025
Suva, Fiji – Samoa is gearing up for the OFC Women’s Nations Cup 2025 with a squad brimming with youth and ambition, hoping to surpass their previous successes and make a meaningful impact on the tournament [[1]]. This will be their fifth appearance in the competition.
Head Coach Juan Chang Urea has placed his faith in emerging talents, with a remarkable 11 teenagers included in the final roster. “Preparations have been good – the girls are ready to roll,” Urea stated, emphasizing the team’s readiness and the exciting potential of the young players [[1]].
Challenging Group Stage Ahead
Samoa faces a tough challenge in Group A,drawn against the Cook Islands,Tahiti,and defending champions Papua New Guinea [[1]]. However, the team has a history of exceeding expectations, having finished fourth in both 2018 and 2022.Building for the Future
The 2022 campaign was particularly noteworthy, with Samoa topping Group A undefeated before a narrow semi-final defeat to Fiji [[1]].Coach Urea acknowledges the achievements of the past and is focused on building a strong foundation for future success. “The girls did an amazing job four years ago,” he said. “We have high expectations for this team, and what we do today will build the foundation for tomorrow.” [[1]].
With half of the squad under the age of 20, the tournament also serves as a crucial development possibility for Samoa’s next generation of footballers [[1]].
