About Kiribati Football
Football connects every island in our nation. Our ambition is simple, to see Kiribati recognised on the world football stage."
Tekeeua Kauongo, Chief Executive Officer
Our Story
Founded to organise and grow football across Kiribati's islands, KIFF oversees national competitions, youth development, and our men's and women's national teams. We're an associate member of the Oceania Football Confederation, working toward full FIFA membership and building a football culture that reaches every atoll.
500
Registered Players
Men, women and children who play football and futsal in KIFF affiliated competions.
2030 Target
Kiribati has been an associate member of OFC since 2007. Our next steps are to gain full membership of OFC and FIFA membership.
1979 Founded
The Kiribati Men's National Team played their 1st ever international fixture on 30 August 1979 against Fiji.
Our Mission
To grow the game at every level in Kiribati. From schools and grassroots clubs to our national teams whilst building partnerships, recognition, and infrastructure needed to take Kiribati football onto the international stage.
Our Team
Tekeeua Kauongo
Chief Executive Officer
Eriati Reebo
President
Bernard P Tatireta
Technical Development Officer
Ms Lailai Takfai
Women Development Officer
Kamaraia Namina
Media and Marketing Officer
Taberannang Tearawabwebwe
Development Officer for Young Players
Tinabora Tekeiaki
Young Players Trainer
Tom Nakareke
Head of Refereeing
Ateru Arim
Secretary General
Simon Tuen
Vice President
Tabuaka Kiaiai
Treasurer
Pine G. Holomoana
National Team Head Coach
Stats & Facts
First international match: Fiji 24-0 Kiribati; 30 August 1979
Honours: 2024 Outrigger Cup (Futsal)
Regional Football Associations
KIFF is responsible for overseeing football in all of the islands of Kiribati.
01
Nonouti Football Association
02
Abaiang Football Association
03
Teraina Football Association
04
Abemama Football Association
05
South Tarawa Football Association
06
Tabuaeran Football Association
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