Bula FC (Fiji)
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| Full name | Bula Football Club | ||
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| Nickname | Bula Warriors | ||
| Founded | 2025 | ||
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| Capacity | 15,446 | ||
| Coordinates | 18°08′58″S 178°26′58″E / 18.1494°S 178.4494°E | ||
| Owner | Fiji Football Association (majority) | ||
| Chairman | Marc McElrath | ||
| Coach | Stéphane Auvray | ||
| League | OFC Professional League | ||
| 2026 | OFC Pro League: 5th | ||
| Website | bulafc | ||
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Bula Football Club, also known as Bula FC, is a men's professional association football club based in Fiji. It first competed in the OFC Professional League (OFCPL) as one of the founding members for the inaugural 2026 season.
History
Fiji’s Bula FC made history as one of the eight preferred clubs confirmed for the inaugural OFC Professional League, kicking off on January 10, 2026.
Bula FC is Fiji’s first professional football club, built on the deep roots of a game that has been part of Fiji's national story since 1938. Football in Fiji was a way for the indentured labourers and the indigenous iTaukei to express identity and unity, bringing together people from different backgrounds and creating a shared passion for football.
Over time, football became popular in most of the Fiji communities including Rotumans, Rabi Islanders, Solomon Islanders, Part Europeans, and others who call Fiji home. The patterns, colours, and symbols of the Bula FC brand represents the land and the people of Fiji.
Colours and badge
In October 2025, the club unveiled their new identity consisting of a new name and badge. The badge depicts traditional Fijian symbols such as the ibe mat and magimagi rope.
Sponsorships
| Period | Kit manufacturer | Shirt sponsor | Short sponsor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026– | RK21 | Extra Supermarket | McDonald's (left) iXCEL Financial Solutions (right) |
Organization
Bula FC is majority-owned by the Fiji Football Association (Fiji FA).[1][2] While it shares the nickname of the Fiji national football team, it intends to operate independently from the Fiji FA – similarly to the relationship between the Fijian Drua of Super Rugby and the Fiji Rugby Union.[1] The Fiji FA is seeking financial support for Bula FC from the Government of Fiji, who had helped fund the Fijian Dura and the NSWRL's Kaiviti Silktails.[2]
League
Bula FC participates as one of eight founding clubs in the OFC Professional League, which began on 17 January 2026. The league determines the Oceania representative for the FIFA Intercontinental Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup.
Stadium
The club plays in the HFC Bank Stadium.
Coaching staff
Technical officials
| Position | Name | Ref. |
|---|---|---|
| Head coach | .svg.png){kind=small} Stéphane Auvray | [3] |
| Assistant coach |  Marika Rodu | [3] |
| Strength and conditioning coach |  Joshua Raj | [4] |
| Goalkeeping coach | Sanaila Waqanicakau | [5] |
| Physiotherapist | Noel Augustine | [5] |
Management
| Position | Name | Ref. |
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| Chairman | Marc McElrath | [6] |
| Chief Executive Officer | Anushil Kumar | [6] |
| Chief Commercial Officer | Naziah Ali Krishna | [6] |
Players
First-team squad
- As of 27 August 2026
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Seasonal results (OFC)
| Season | OFC Professional League | Position | Playoff | Finals | Top goalscorer(s) | ||||||||
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| Pld | W | L | D | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Name(s) | Goals | ||||
| 2026 | 14 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 14 | 15 | −1 | 21 | 3rd | 4th | Qualification play-off | Roy Krishna |
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See also
References
- 1 2 Chand, Simran (29 August 2025). "Fijian Pro league club to operate independently". FBC News. Archived from the original on 29 August 2025. Retrieved 29 August 2025.
- 1 2 Chandar, Reginald (29 August 2025). "Fiji FA estate over Pro League inclusion". Fiji Live. Retrieved 29 August 2025.
- 1 2 Chand, Simran. "Auvray, Rodu to lead Bula FC in Pro League". FBC News. Retrieved 24 October 2025.
- ↑ Laddpeter, Meli. "Bula FC welcomes strength and conditioning coach". FBC News. Retrieved 31 March 2026.
- 1 2 "Our Squad". Bula FC. Retrieved 31 March 2026.
- 1 2 3 Chand, Simran. "Bula FC finalizes leadership team". FBC News. Retrieved 24 October 2025.
