It is with deep sadness that Oceania Football Center report the passing of former Papua New Guinea international striker Neil Hans. The talented footballer died at the age of 35 after suffering a stroke. The information was recently confirmed by the Papua New Guinea Football Association. Hans was a well-known figure in the Papua NewContinue reading “PNG Football community mourns the loss of former Kapuls’ star Neil Hans”
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Solomon Warriors vs. Hekari United international friendly is called off
The cancellation of the Solomon Warriors and Hekari United friendly matches has caused disappointment among football fans in the region. The matches were scheduled to be played on Monday, April 24th, and Wednesday, April 26th, at the Lawson Tama Stadium in Honiara. However, due to unforeseen travel issues for the Hekari United team, the matchesContinue reading “Solomon Warriors vs. Hekari United international friendly is called off”
International friendly matches: Solomon Warriors to host Hekari United at Lawson Tama
The upcoming friendly matches between the current Telekom S-League champions Solomon Warriors and the Papua New Guinea powerhouse Hekari United are set to take place in Honiara at Lawson Tama Stadium this week. The two teams will play on Monday 24th and Thursday 27th April 2023 in preparation for the OFC Champions League, which willContinue reading “International friendly matches: Solomon Warriors to host Hekari United at Lawson Tama”
Alwin Komolong undergoes knee surgery: “Road to Recovery for Pacific Games 2023 begins”
The Lae City FC and Papua New Guinea national team defender Alwin Komolong recently underwent a knee surgery in Qatar, by the hands of Dr. Emmanouil Papakostas, a Greek surgeon with vast experience in sports. The player had been battling with an injury in his knee in the past months and needed a surgery inContinue reading “Alwin Komolong undergoes knee surgery: “Road to Recovery for Pacific Games 2023 begins””
Papua New Guinea’s Tommy Semmy continues his great form in Australia
Tommy Semmy, Papua New Guinea international striker, continues to impress with his performances for Altona Magic in the Australian National Premier League. In their latest match on 14th April, 2023, Semmy scored his third goal of the season, which was also his third goal in a row. In the previous matches, Semmy had scored histContinue reading “Papua New Guinea’s Tommy Semmy continues his great form in Australia”
Kapuls star Tommy Semmy scores his first goal of the season in Australia
Tommy Semmy, Papua New Guinea international winger, has started his season in Australia’s National Premier League with a bang. The 28-year-old scored his first goal of the season for Altona Magic in their match against Dandenong Thunder after seven matches played. The goal came in the first half of the match and was instrumental inContinue reading “Kapuls star Tommy Semmy scores his first goal of the season in Australia”
Papua New Guinea misses March’s FIFA matches window; the only big OFC member to not play
The Papua New Guinea national football team, also known as the Kapuls, has had a tumultuous history over the years. Despite being one of the big names in the Oceania Football Confederation, the team has been plagued by a number of issues that have prevented it from reaching its full potential. Unfortunately, the Kapuls wereContinue reading “Papua New Guinea misses March’s FIFA matches window; the only big OFC member to not play”
Papua New Guinea: Talented Joseph Waiwai ready for trials in New Zealand
The Papua New Guinea football fans have something to put their hopes on: the talented Joseph Waiwai, a 22-year-old player, is set to attend trials in one of the most traditional football clubs of New Zealand: Miramar Rangers. “Joseph Waiwai started in his footballing career very early in school, the son of former PNG NationalContinue reading “Papua New Guinea: Talented Joseph Waiwai ready for trials in New Zealand”
Solomon Islands’ rising star Ian Kalu speaks his impressions on moving to New Zealand
Recently, Oceania Football Center confirmed the move of Solomon Islands’ full-back Ian Kalu to New Zealand’s Central League side Napier City Rovers. The Solomon Islands’ international left Waneagu United in a famous move to the Hawke’s Bay Area team, being this his third experience overseas after playing for Peninsula Power in Australia last year andContinue reading “Solomon Islands’ rising star Ian Kalu speaks his impressions on moving to New Zealand”
PNG Football Association: Percy Mataio appointed as new Technical Director
The Papua New Guinea Football Association (PNGFA) has announced the appointment of Percy Mataio as their new Technical Director. He takes over the role previously held by Paul Isorua, who had resigned from the position earlier after big public criticism. Percy Mataio is a well-known figure in the Papua New Guinea football scene, having workedContinue reading “PNG Football Association: Percy Mataio appointed as new Technical Director”
