Hekari United’s Raymond Gunemba eager to face his former club Lae City

One of the best footballers from Papua New Guinea, Raymond Gunemba returned to Hekari United after leaving Lae City earlier this year – you can see here a recent highlights video of Gunemba. The 34-year-old forward joined Hekari alongside his long time partner Nigel Dabinyaba. It is Gunemba’s second stint in the club and heContinue reading “Hekari United’s Raymond Gunemba eager to face his former club Lae City”

Otto Kusunan departs from Hekari United

Hekari United fans recently celebrated the news released by Oceania Football Center that Nigel Dabinyaba and Raymond Gunemba are ready to join Hekari United after being free agent players for a period. The duo left Lae City and now they are back to Hekari – club both players already defended in the past. Now, there areContinue reading “Otto Kusunan departs from Hekari United”

Nigel Dabinyaba and Raymond Gunemba ready to join Hekari United

After some controversy, a new football transfer window is open in Papua New Guinea and national powerhouse Hekari United did not lose time as they are close to join with two of the best footballers in the country: Nigel Dabinyaba and Raymond Gunemba. Both players were free agents since March when they left Lae CityContinue reading “Nigel Dabinyaba and Raymond Gunemba ready to join Hekari United”

Brazilian duo leave Hekari United

Hekari United will not count on Brazilian players Erick Joe and Vinícius Reis when 2019-20 Papua New Guinea National Soccer League resumes as both players are set to leave the team. According to reliable sources both players are already on their way back to Brazil and they are not going to play for Hekari anymore.Continue reading “Brazilian duo leave Hekari United”

Hekari United is back in training; Vito Laloata remains in the squad

The resumption of the PNG National Soccer League is approaching – according to the PNGFA, the National League is scheduled to restart in August. Port Moresby-based Hekari United are already back in training to retain the league title; Hekari lost the grand final of the 2019 edition of the league to Lae City and currentlyContinue reading “Hekari United is back in training; Vito Laloata remains in the squad”

Anthony Talo: possible next steps of his career

One of Solomon Islands’ most famous players is still uncertain about the future of his career: Anthony Talo has had many ups and downs in his career, but surely the whole Solomon Islands can not forget his winning goal scored against Guatemala from his defensive end at the 2012 FIFA Futsal World Cup – theContinue reading “Anthony Talo: possible next steps of his career”

Kema Jack: a football legend of Papua New Guinea

Football in Papua New Guinea is booming – the new format of the PNG National Soccer League is attracting many fans to the stadiums, and local talent is being duly recognised on the long road ahead as football develops in the country. In the past, many important personalities have helped to create a basis forContinue reading “Kema Jack: a football legend of Papua New Guinea”

Shane Sakael: the hard choices of a footballer in Papua New Guinea

Football is about passion; many children’s dream is to become a professional football player. The game is played in every corner of the planet, in many different languages, cultures and realities. The game moves millions of people, millions of wishes and dreams – tough decisions are part of the game, but also part of life.Continue reading “Shane Sakael: the hard choices of a footballer in Papua New Guinea”

David Muta: I feel an endless need to learn and improve

While some countries are still facing strict restrictions due to COVID-19 pandemic, other countries are resuming their activities. However both situations converge at a common point: We miss football. Most football players are trying to stay fit during the pandemic so they could be ready to play as soon as possible and it is notContinue reading “David Muta: I feel an endless need to learn and improve”

Hekari United: 10 years of a great memory

Ten years ago, one of the most important moments in oceanic football took place when Papua New Guinea was brought to the top of Oceania by Hekari United. The Port Moresby-based side became the first non-Australian or New Zealander side ever to win the OFC Champions League trophy. Led by Jerry Allen, the team countedContinue reading “Hekari United: 10 years of a great memory”