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Rewa FC faces former coach Singh in Fiji FACT opener

From FBC News · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Rewa FC will face Navua, coached by former Rewa mentor Rodeck Singh, in their 2026 Bic Fiji FACT campaign opener.
  • Singh previously led Rewa to back-to-back Extra Premier League titles and knows the team's tactics well.
  • Rewa's current coach, Priyant Manu, anticipates a tactical match but states the squad is focused on its own goals.

Rewa FC is set to face a challenging start to their 2026 Bic Fiji FACT campaign as they meet Navua, a team now led by their former coach, Rodeck Singh. Singh, who previously managed Rewa from 2021 to 2025, guided the club to consecutive Extra Premier League titles in the last two seasons.

Current Rewa head coach Priyant Manu expects the upcoming match to be a tactical affair. He noted that Singh's deep understanding of Rewa's team structure, strengths, and playing style will make the game difficult. Manu acknowledged the opening match will be a tough test but emphasized that his squad remains focused on achieving its own ambitions and is determined to start the tournament positively.

"He knows the players well and he knows their playing style. So we will have to be very tactical when we play them," Manu stated. "We know it will not be easy, but we have our own goals and we are ready to face anyone standing in our way."

Despite the familiarity between the opposing camps, Rewa is committed to executing their game plan and securing a strong result in their first fixture of the tournament.

He knows the players well and he knows their playing style. So we will have to be very tactical when we play them. We know it will not be easy, but we have our own goals and we are ready to face anyone standing in our way.

โ€” Priyant ManuRewa's current head coach discussing the upcoming match against a former coach.
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Originally published by FBC News in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.