Fiji and Vanuatu drew 1-1 in their MSG PM Cup group stage fixture on December 12, 2024. The shared points kept both teams in contention for a semi-final spot as the group stage reached its climax. Fiji took the lead in the first half with a well-worked team goal, giving them a platform to build on. Vanuatu, needing a result to stay alive, fought back strongly and deservedly found an equalizer in the second half through a determined attack. Both teams had chances to win it in a frantic finale, but neither could find a decisive second goal. The draw meant the final group match would decide which team advanced alongside the Solomon Islands. The Fiji coach felt his team should have seen the game out, while Vanuatu's manager was pleased with his side's response.