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24/04/2025

24/04/2025

: Hekari sets pace in developing players.

THE Hekari United FC is taking the lead in developing and upskilling its players by integrating both the international and local players with an aim of improving football level in the country.

Last year (2024), the club welcomed two Brazilian players, Erick Joe Ribeiro Moreira Lopes and Vinicius Reis Kryzozun, to help the academy and play in the club.

Click on the link and read more:
https://thepngbulletin.com/sports/hekari-set-pace-in-developing-players/

21/04/2025

PNGFA

Village girls in spotlight as rising stars prepare to compete at International Level

RISING STARS I From the dusty rural village of Sambio in Bulolo District to the beautiful shores of Rarotonga in the Cook Islands, two young and promising athletes, Tessie Daniel (midfielder) and Chlove Steven (midfielder who is stepping up to a defender role), have earned the honor of representing the country. Both players were selected from the Women’s Youth League, and they hail from the Sambio Women’s team in the Women’s Conference Soccer League in the Northern Conference.

These two representatives of Bulolo District exemplify the opportunity for youths from rural settings to showcase their talents. While some Member Associations (MAs) have expressed dissatisfaction over the selection process that overlooked their players, they were given the chance to form a team in the WNCSL and Youth League. These platforms are vital for talent showcase and provide significant opportunities for aspiring athletes.

The dedication and commitment of these village girls serve as a strong foundation for personal and athletic growth. Despite the culture shock of transitioning from rural surroundings to international travel, both players remain focused and determined to excel for their country, the Football Association, their district, and their families.

11/04/2025

The hunt for Oceania club football glory has reached its final chapter 🏆

Auckland City 🇳🇿 🆚 Hekari United 🇵🇬

Watch the OFC Champions League Final LIVE and FREE on FIFA+ 📺 https://f.plus/OFCMensChampionsLeagueFB

11/04/2025

OFC

15 years on — Hekari United FC are back in the OFC Men’s Champions League Final for the first time since 2010.

09/04/2025

PNG Champion Club, Hekari United FC have secured their spot in the final after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over AS Tiga Sport.

Catch extended highlights and full match replays on FIFA+
https://fifa.fans/3Rx2i9T

08/04/2025

FIFA+

PNG's Hekari FC is into OFC Semi Final tomorrow( Wednesday 9th April ) in the Solomon Islands.

The OFC Champions League 2025 Semi-finals are locked in. Who's making it to the Final?? 🤔

Watch both matches LIVE and FREE on FIFA+ 📺 https://f.plus/OFCMensChampionsLeagueFB

08/04/2025

Hekari United FC booked a semifinal spot in the OFC Men’s Champions League following a dominant 9-0 victory over Tupapa Maraerenga FC yesterday.

The win gave Hekari their long-awaited appearance in finals since claiming the title in 2010.

Coach Jerry Allen said the men in Red Army have shifted their focus towards New Caledonia’s Tyga Sport FC for the semifinal clash at Solomon Islands National Stadium on Wednesday.

Read more: https://www.nbc.com.pg/post/19288/hekari-seal-ofc-champions-league-finals-spot-for-the-first-since-2010

25/03/2025

New Zealand qualified for 2026 World Cup

A loud and raucous crowd of over 25,000 greeted the sides in New Zealand’s biggest city, with a direct qualification slot to a FIFA World Cup up for grabs for the first time in the Oceania region.

08/03/2025

President Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino unveil the official trophy of the 2025 FIFA World Club Cup, which the U.S. will host this summer.

12/02/2025

Pacific Football news.

Fiji has reportedly lost around $17 million after failing to host the Oceania Football Confederation Men’s Champions League.
Fiji FA CEO Mohammed Yusuf explained that under FIFA regulations, hosting a tournament with two pools of four teams requires two available venues.

Due to conflicting events, Fiji FA was unable to secure both HFC Stadium in Suva and Churchill Park in Lautoka at the same time.

"We had to let go, and there was a $17 million loss. Eight teams would have come, and there would have been bookings for cars, buses, hotels, stadiums, stalls, and other facilities.”
The tournament will now be hosted by the Solomon Islands from March 30 to April 12.

However, Fiji is able to secure both stadiums in time to host the OFC Women’s Nations Cup, the biggest championship in the OFC women’s calendar, which will take place from July 4 to July 19.

12/01/2025

January , 15 2025

On Sunday Bulletin Newspaper sports page.

07/01/2025

The family of Papua New Guinea's former national men's soccer team captain Michael Foster are refusing to give up their search for him and his nephew, nearly two weeks after they went missing at sea between East and West New Britain.

Listen online:
https://www.abc.net.au/pacific/programs/pacificbeat/png-foster/104791082

30/12/2024

Lexii Foster

Former PNG Football star missing in the sea.

Dear families, friends and loved ones, I am appealing for your help to notify any of your families that are living along the coast of Bialla Bay and also in villages within West New Britain coastline and East New Britain to look out for my brother, Michael Foster (picutured) and his nephew who went missing when the boat they were travelling on capsized last week Monday.Although there was a rescue team sent out last week to find them, there wasn't any sighting of them.Both of them are wearing life jackets and we believe might be swept by the current somewhere within these areas or beyond.We the family need help in whatever way we can get to keep the rescue in Bialla going so my brother and his nephew can be found.We also need your support in your prayers during this difficult time.Please share this post so anyone out there who sees this can assist in whatever way they can. Thank you, and God bless.

30/12/2024

*Seasonal Greetings to you all*

The Management, online administration team and contributors of the SOKA PNG Magazine would like to send out our seasonal greetings to all our readers and partners nationwide.

2024 has been a really challenging year for us but we believe that 2025 will arrive with blessings, breakthroughs and open doors.

God Bless,

25/12/2024

25/12/2024

Season's Greetings from PNGFA