PNG Hekari FC have secured the services of Kula FC midfielders Tallis Primo and Joshua Urro as the club continues strengthening its squad for the 2027 OFC Pro League season. The two players were officially handed over to Hekari’s management on Tuesday, October 13, following an agreement involving Kula FC executives and head coach PercyContinue reading “From the Trobriand Islands to the OFC Pro League: Tallis Primo and Joshua Urro join PNG Hekari”
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Papua New Guinea Bilums to face Uzbekistan, Chinese Taipei and Ghana in Morocco World Cup playoffs
Papua New Guinea’s women’s national team will travel to Morocco in November for the preliminary phase of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 Play-Off Tournament, with the Bilums facing Uzbekistan, Chinese Taipei and Ghana as they pursue a historic first appearance at the global competition. FIFA confirmed on 20 October that the six-nation preliminary tournamentContinue reading “Papua New Guinea Bilums to face Uzbekistan, Chinese Taipei and Ghana in Morocco World Cup playoffs”
Solomon Islands teenager Stanley Baina wins Golden Glove in Papua New Guinea at just 17
Solomon Islands goalkeeper Stanley Baina has achieved a remarkable milestone in his young career, winning the Golden Glove award in Papua New Guinea’s 2026 Premier Soccer League at just 17 years of age. The youngster from Malaita received the individual honour after an impressive campaign with PNG Hekari FC, who finished runners-up in the country’sContinue reading “Solomon Islands teenager Stanley Baina wins Golden Glove in Papua New Guinea at just 17”
Papua New Guinea withdraw from OFC Beach Soccer Nations Cup on eve of tournament
Papua New Guinea have withdrawn from the 2026 OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup, the Oceania Football Confederation confirmed on Wednesday, 21 October, just one day before the competition is scheduled to begin in Tahiti. The announcement leaves four nations preparing to compete for the regional championship and qualification for the 2027 FIFA Beach SoccerContinue reading “Papua New Guinea withdraw from OFC Beach Soccer Nations Cup on eve of tournament”
Gulf Komara retain Papua New Guinea Premier Soccer League title after impressive second-half comeback
PRK Gulf Komara FC have been crowned champions of Papua New Guinea’s 2026 Premier Soccer League, securing their second consecutive national title after finishing the 22-round competition with 50 points, two ahead of PNG Hekari FC. The Gulf Province representatives also secured qualification for the 2027 OFC Champions League, returning to the continental stage afterContinue reading “Gulf Komara retain Papua New Guinea Premier Soccer League title after impressive second-half comeback”
PNG Hekari continue 2027 squad rebuild with Ritzoki Tamgol and Judahbill Asar renewals
PNG Hekari FC have confirmed the contract renewals of midfielders Ritzoki Tamgol and Judahbill Asar ahead of the 2027 OFC Pro League season, continuing the club’s efforts to retain experienced members of its inaugural professional squad. The announcements follow the earlier confirmation that goalkeeper and formJuer captain Dave Tomare will also remain with the PapuaContinue reading “PNG Hekari continue 2027 squad rebuild with Ritzoki Tamgol and Judahbill Asar renewals”
Papua New Guinea football mourns the passing of national team coach Bob Morris
Papua New Guinea football is mourning the death of experienced coach Bob Morris, who passed away on Wednesday, October 14. His passing was reported by members of the country’s football community, including former colleagues and local football media, just weeks after he led the Kapuls at the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji. MorrisContinue reading “Papua New Guinea football mourns the passing of national team coach Bob Morris”
PNG Hekari retain inaugural captain Dave Tomare for 2027 OFC Pro League
PNG Hekari FC have confirmed that goalkeeper Dave Tomare has signed a new contract for the 2027 OFC Pro League season, retaining one of the club’s most experienced Papua New Guinean players as preparations continue for their second professional campaign. The announcement was made through the club’s official Facebook page, with Hekari confirming that Tomare,Continue reading “PNG Hekari retain inaugural captain Dave Tomare for 2027 OFC Pro League”
Rex Naime breaks silence on Labasa IDC absence, denies money dispute and explains OFC Pro League return
Papua New Guinea international Rex Naime has clarified the circumstances behind his absence from Labasa’s squad for the 2026 FMF Inter-District Championship, revealing exclusively to Oceania Football Center that he returned home to begin preparations for the upcoming OFC Pro League season rather than because of a financial disagreement with the Fijian club. Naime andContinue reading “Rex Naime breaks silence on Labasa IDC absence, denies money dispute and explains OFC Pro League return”
Reginald Davani makes PNG history by earning AFC Pro Licence after 13-year coaching journey
Former Papua New Guinea international Reginald Davani has reached another major milestone in his football career, becoming the first Papua New Guinean to obtain an AFC/Football Australia Pro Licence. Davani confirmed that he has completed and received the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)/Football Australia Pro Diploma, the highest level of coaching qualification within the AFC pathway.Continue reading “Reginald Davani makes PNG history by earning AFC Pro Licence after 13-year coaching journey”
