Solomon Islands have secured Oceania’s final qualification place at the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2027 after defeating Papua New Guinea in a dramatic penalty shootout at the PNG Football Stadium in Port Moresby. Henry Fa’arodo’s side recovered from conceding in the second half to draw 1-1 with the tournament hosts before winning the shootout 4-1,Continue reading “Solomon Islands defeat Papua New Guinea on penalties to secure FIFA U-17 World Cup return”
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Football runs in the family as George Lea’i and Nigel Gunemba battle for final U17 World Cup place
Two young players carrying two of Melanesian football’s most recognisable family names will meet in Port Moresby on Saturday, when Solomon Islands face Papua New Guinea for Oceania’s final place at the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2027. George Lea’i, the younger brother of Solomon Islands star Raphael Lea’i, and Nigel Gunemba, son of former PapuaContinue reading “Football runs in the family as George Lea’i and Nigel Gunemba battle for final U17 World Cup place”
PNG Football Association sacks Warren Moon; refusal to relocate to Port Moresby led to contract termination
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”
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”
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