Tuvalu claimed a significant 4-0 win over Tonga in their Pacific Games group stage encounter on November 27, 2023. The impressive victory marked Tuvalu's best performance of the tournament, as they executed their game plan perfectly. Tuvalu scored two goals in each half, demonstrating clinical finishing against a Tonga side that struggled to contain their attacks. The three points provided a major boost for Tuvalu in the final group standings, finishing their campaign on a high. For Tonga, it was a disappointing conclusion to a difficult tournament.