The Papua New Guinea Football Association (PNGFA) has parted ways with Warren Moon, the Australian coach of the national men’s football team. Moon, who took on the role in 2023, has been released from his contract after a short tenure that saw him lead the team through the 2023 Pacific Games and the OFC NationsContinue reading “PNG Football Association sacks Warren Moon; refusal to relocate to Port Moresby led to contract termination”
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Hekari United welcomes third Brazilian star to PNG
In an exciting development for Hekari United, the club has announced the signing of their third international player from Brazil. Wagner Rodrigues do Carmo arrived at Jackson’s International Airport in Port Moresby, PNG, this morning (24th Jul). Wagner, a towering forward at 187cm, joins his compatriots Erick Joe and Lucas Santos for the remainder ofContinue reading “Hekari United welcomes third Brazilian star to PNG”
Thrilling Start: PNG Premier Soccer League kicks-off with action-packed weekend
The Papua New Guinea Premier Soccer League (PSL) kicked off its season over the weekend with all eight teams in action across four matches. In Port Moresby, Hekari United FC secured a 2-0 victory against newcomers Admiralty Island FC. Pala Paul and Nathaniel Eddie were the standout performers, each scoring to ensure Hekari United beganContinue reading “Thrilling Start: PNG Premier Soccer League kicks-off with action-packed weekend”
New Zealand proceeds to knockout stage as New Caledonia beats Papua New Guinea with late drama at OFC U-19 Men’s Championship – Group B
New Caledonia grabbed their first win in the tournament while New Zealand secured a commanding 5-0 victory over Samoa to proceed to the knockout stage on the second matchday of Group B at the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship in Apia, Samoa. New Caledonia bounced back with a crucial victory against Papua New Guinea in aContinue reading “New Zealand proceeds to knockout stage as New Caledonia beats Papua New Guinea with late drama at OFC U-19 Men’s Championship – Group B”
Papua New Guinea’s football community shocked due Lae City’s Walbo Komuna passing
The football community in Papua New Guinea is in mourning following the untimely passing of Lae City FC player Walbo Komuna on July 3rd. The 29-year-old full-back was a key figure in Lae City FC’s recent successes and was set to make his sixth consecutive season with the club. Komuna’s death has led to anContinue reading “Papua New Guinea’s football community shocked due Lae City’s Walbo Komuna passing”
New Zealand and Samoa dominate in Group B openers at OFC U-19 Men’s Championship
The OFC U-19 Men’s Championship continued in Apia, Samoa, with defending champions New Zealand and hosts Samoa securing impressive victories in their Group B debut matches. New Zealand showcased their dominance with a 3-0 win over New Caledonia, while Samoa celebrated a famous 3-1 triumph against Papua New Guinea. In the first match of theContinue reading “New Zealand and Samoa dominate in Group B openers at OFC U-19 Men’s Championship”
Papua New Guinea beats Samoa in final OFC Nations Cup’s Group B matchday
Papua New Guinea clinched a critical 2-1 victory over Samoa in their final Group B match at the OFC Men’s Nations Cup 2024, held at HFC Bank Stadium, Suva. This win kept their semi-final dreams alive, hinging on the outcome of the later match between Fiji and Tahiti – the Fijians will need to beatContinue reading “Papua New Guinea beats Samoa in final OFC Nations Cup’s Group B matchday”
Crucial Pala Paul goal was his first for the Kapuls to keep Papua New Guinea’s Semifinal hopes alive
Pala Paul, the 24-year-old winger from Port Moresby Strikers, made a significant impact by scoring his first international goal, securing a crucial 1-1 draw for Papua New Guinea against Tahiti in the OFC Nations Cup. This result has kept the Kapuls’ hopes alive for a semifinal berth. After a tough 5-1 defeat to Fiji inContinue reading “Crucial Pala Paul goal was his first for the Kapuls to keep Papua New Guinea’s Semifinal hopes alive”
Thrilling Deadlock: Papua New Guinea improves their game to keep the semi-finals chances alive as they draw against Tahiti
The OFC Men’s Nations Cup 2024 Group B match between Tahiti and Papua New Guinea ended in a thrilling 1-1 draw on match day two. Both teams remain in contention for a semi-final spot as they prepare for the final group match to be played in Suva. Papua New Guinea dominated the early stages ofContinue reading “Thrilling Deadlock: Papua New Guinea improves their game to keep the semi-finals chances alive as they draw against Tahiti”
OFC Nations Cup: Fiji sends strong statement after humbling Papua New Guinea
Fiji gave their fans plenty to cheer about following a dominant 5-1 victory over Papua New Guinea in their opening Group B match at the OFC Men’s Nations Cup in Suva. The home crowd at ANZ Stadium witnessed an electrifying performance from Rob Sherman’s side, who made an ideal start to their campaign and significantlyContinue reading “OFC Nations Cup: Fiji sends strong statement after humbling Papua New Guinea”
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