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Samoa replaces World Cup qualifying coach with former Mystics coach Winikerei

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Briefings

Samoa's national football team appointed Tia Winikerei as its World Cup qualifying coach, replacing head coach Natalie Mathews. Winikerei previously served as the head coach of the Northern Mystics in the 2023 ANZ Premiership season. The appointment occurred in October 2026, marking a transition from Mathews to Winikerei for the upcoming qualification campaign.

Key points

• Samoa's national football team appointed Tia Winikerei as World Cup qualifying coach, replacing head coach Natalie Mathews.
• Winikerei previously served as head coach of the Northern Mystics in the 2023 ANZ Premiership season.

Context

Samoa's national football team is preparing for World Cup qualifying matches. The team's coaching staff is being reorganized, with Tia Winikerei taking over from Natalie Mathews. This change follows the 2023 ANZ Premiership season where Winikerei led the Northern Mystics.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the announcement of the coaching change. Specific details about the new qualification strategy, player roster, or match schedules are not provided. The source does not specify the exact date of the announcement beyond the publication date of October 2026.

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