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”
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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”
Papua New Guinea name 20-man Kapuls squad for 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji
Papua New Guinea have confirmed a 20-man squad for the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji, with head coach Bob Morris combining senior internationals, OFC Pro League players and a younger generation that has emerged strongly through domestic and regional competitions this year. The Kapuls squad includes experienced names such as Ronald Warisan, DanielContinue reading “Papua New Guinea name 20-man Kapuls squad for 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji”
Raymond Gunemba calls on PNGFA to stand with players as unpaid MSG allowances remain unresolved
Papua New Guinea international Raymond Gunemba has called on the PNG Football Association to stand firmly behind its players and reconsider sending a national team to the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup if outstanding payments from previous editions remain unpaid. The experienced striker has again raised concerns over money owed to players and officials followingContinue reading “Raymond Gunemba calls on PNGFA to stand with players as unpaid MSG allowances remain unresolved”
PNGFA still owes coach behind Kapuls’ historic OFC Nations Cup run nine years later
Almost a decade after guiding Papua New Guinea to one of the greatest achievements in the country’s football history, former Kapuls head coach Flemming Serritslev says an old chapter remains unresolved. The Danish coach, who took PNG to the final of the 2016 OFC Nations Cup, has told Oceania Football Center that he is stillContinue reading “PNGFA still owes coach behind Kapuls’ historic OFC Nations Cup run nine years later”
Port Moresby Soccer Association suspended for two years by PNGFA
The Papua New Guinea Football Association has handed the Port Moresby Soccer Association a two-year suspension after accusing one of the country’s most prominent regional football bodies of repeatedly failing to comply with national regulations. The suspension took immediate effect after formal notice was issued to PMSA on Monday, with PNGFA citing Article 17 ofContinue reading “Port Moresby Soccer Association suspended for two years by PNGFA”
PNG confirms MSG Cup participation despite K469,000 in unpaid allowances after government assurance
Papua New Guinea will take part in the 2026 MSG Prime Minister’s Cup in Fiji after the PNG Football Association received assurances from the Office of the Prime Minister that outstanding payments owed from previous editions of the tournament will be settled. The confirmation represents a significant change from the position taken by PNGFA earlierContinue reading “PNG confirms MSG Cup participation despite K469,000 in unpaid allowances after government assurance”
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”
Papua New Guinea: Lae City pulls out of next national league on disapproval of PNGFA mismanagement
The national champions of Papua New Guinea, Lae City FC, decided to pull out of the next edition National Premier League. The decision has been made due to the withdrawal of our sponsor, Lae Biscuit Company Ltd, who has been a pillar of support for the team since 2017. Lae Biscuit Company Ltd entered theContinue reading “Papua New Guinea: Lae City pulls out of next national league on disapproval of PNGFA mismanagement”
Nigel Dabinyaba is the first confirmed ommision for the Kapuls as they head for international friendly matches
In a setback for the Papua New Guinea national football team, it has been confirmed that Nigel Dabinyaba will be missing from the squad for the friendly matches against Singapore and Malaysia during the current FIFA international window. Dabinyaba, who is considered the team’s top striker, will be sorely missed in the upcoming matches. TheContinue reading “Nigel Dabinyaba is the first confirmed ommision for the Kapuls as they head for international friendly matches”
