Marshall Islands Soccer Federation
Our Story
From a blank page to the world stage. The story of football in the Marshall Islands.
"Football is how 42,000 people tell the world we exist — and that we're fighting to keep existing."
Shem Livai — MISF President
The Marshall Islands Soccer Federation was founded in 2020 with a simple but audacious goal: to build a legitimate national football programme for one of the world's smallest and most remote nations.
The Republic of the Marshall Islands — 29 coral atolls and 5 isolated islands scattered across 2 million square kilometres of the Pacific — faces challenges that would make most football administrators pause. Limited infrastructure. Geographic isolation. Climate change threatening the very land the team plays for.
MISF chose to see those challenges as the story, not the obstacle. Every atoll reached, every player registered, every international fixture played becomes a statement of defiance and belonging.
Milestones
MISF Founded
Shem Livai and a small group of passionate Marshallese football advocates establish the Marshall Islands Soccer Federation, beginning the process of building football infrastructure from the ground up.
Grassroots Programme Begins
The first regular coaching sessions launch on Majuro, with volunteers from Guam FA providing technical support. Youth participation grows rapidly.
Diaspora Outreach
MISF launches its diaspora engagement programme, connecting with Marshallese communities in Springdale (Arkansas) and Pasadena (California) to identify players and supporters.
Project 1,000 Players
MISF announces its flagship development initiative — Project 1,000 Players — with the goal of registering 1,000 active players across all inhabited atolls.
Multi-Atoll Expansion
Coaching sessions expand beyond Majuro to Ebeye, Arno, Mili, Jaluit and Ailinglaplap. 400+ players registered. Women's futsal programme launches.
First International Match
Historic milestone: MISF fields the Marshall Islands national team in its first internationally recognised fixture. The nation's football story officially begins on the world stage.
MISL Launch & Outrigger Cup
The Marshall Islands Soccer League launches in July 2026. The second Outrigger Challenge Cup brings four Pacific nations to Majuro in August.
Can you help us?
The MISF is completely self-funded. Help us provide opportunities to young Marshallese players by contributing to our fundraiser.
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