Solomon Islands’ superstar Raphael Lea’i was the hero for the Bonitos in their opener of MSG Prime Minister Cup against Papua New Guinea at Stade Numa Daly, Nouméa. Papua New Guinea, coming from a football crisis in home soil, had the opportunity to give a different view to local fans about the Kapuls. Despite beingContinue reading “Raphael Lea’i is the hero for Solomon Islands with a late hattrick to beat PNG at MSG Prime Minister Cup opener”
Category Archives: Papua New Guinea
PNG: Players assault match officials in Morobe Wawens vs Lae City match
In a shocking turn of events, the National Soccer League (NSL) match between Morobe Wawens and Lae City witnessed a disgraceful outbreak of violence as players assaulted match officials, leaving the football community stunned and the nation in uproar. The ill-fated match took place on Sunday, September 3, 2023, in Lae, and quickly descended intoContinue reading “PNG: Players assault match officials in Morobe Wawens vs Lae City match”
OFC Olympic Qualifiers: Fiji beats PNG late arrival team to clinch semi-final spot
Fiji’s U23 national team secured a place in the semi-finals of the OFC Men’s Olympic Qualifier by defeating Papua New Guinea with a final score of 2-0. This crucial victory was marked by strong performance of Fijian defensive system that did not allow Papua New Guinea real goalscoring chances; thus the result was 2-0, FijiContinue reading “OFC Olympic Qualifiers: Fiji beats PNG late arrival team to clinch semi-final spot”
Fiasco repeated: PNGFA’s stumbles again in OFC Tournament participation
In a baffling repetition of administrative mishaps, the Papua New Guinea Football Federation (PNGFA) has once again fallen short in ensuring their team’s participation in an important football tournament. This marks the second instance this year where PNGFA’s organizational failures have resulted in the nation’s absence from an OFC event. This time, it’s the OFCContinue reading “Fiasco repeated: PNGFA’s stumbles again in OFC Tournament participation”
Hekari United records wins in Indonesia’s West Papua tour
New Guinea’s Hekari United showcased their prowess on an Indonesia tour to West Papua. The former OFC Champions League winners played two – one for the women’s team and another for the men’s team – that took place at the Lukas Enembe Stadium in Jayapura, as part of the celebrations for the 78th anniversary ofContinue reading “Hekari United records wins in Indonesia’s West Papua tour”
PNG’s powerhouse Hekari United to play commemorative matches in Indonesia
Former OFC Champions League winners Hekari United are currently in Jayapura, capital of the province of Papua in Indonesia to play two commemorative friendly matches at Lukas Enembe Stadium in the same city. Hekari United’s management was invited by local authorities to play against Papua Indonesia Select in matches scheduled for 18th August and 19thContinue reading “PNG’s powerhouse Hekari United to play commemorative matches in Indonesia”
Chronicles of PNG Football Chaos: Scheduling blunder adds to season of controversies in National Premier Soccer League
In yet another unfortunate incident, the Papua New Guinea Football Association (PNGFA) and the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) board have once again displayed a lack of organization and professionalism, causing disruption and frustration for teams and fans alike. Gulf Komara, a team participating in the league, recently highlighted a blunder made by the NPSL/PNGFAContinue reading “Chronicles of PNG Football Chaos: Scheduling blunder adds to season of controversies in National Premier Soccer League”
Experienced Ishmael Pole reinforces Dwellers in PNG Premier Soccer League; his first time for a Lae-based side
Ishmael Pole, the talented Papua New Guinea international goalkeeper, has embarked on a new chapter in his career as he joins a Lae-based team for the first time. Born and raised in Lae, Pole’s decision to represent his hometown in the PNG Premier Soccer League has generated much excitement among local fans. Prior to thisContinue reading “Experienced Ishmael Pole reinforces Dwellers in PNG Premier Soccer League; his first time for a Lae-based side”
Koriak Upaiga leads United Highlands FC in PNG Premier Soccer League; scores a brace on league debut
In the highly anticipated new edition of the PNG Premier Soccer League, veteran player Koriak Upaiga showcased his remarkable skills by scoring a brace in the first match for his new side, United Highlands. Known for his illustrious career with Hekari United, Upaiga has become a prominent figure in the history of Papua New GuineaContinue reading “Koriak Upaiga leads United Highlands FC in PNG Premier Soccer League; scores a brace on league debut”
Papua New Guinea: Lae City FC score two late goals to draw against Gulf Komara on its national league debut
Lae City FC,made their long-awaited debut in the PNG Premier Soccer League on Monday, 3rd July, against Gulf Komara in Port Moresby. The team’s participation in the league had been uncertain due to a tumultuous period caused by a late withdrawal of their long-term sponsorship. However, at the eleventh hour, Lae City FC managed toContinue reading “Papua New Guinea: Lae City FC score two late goals to draw against Gulf Komara on its national league debut”
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