Honouring the “17th team”

They are the unsung heroes whose work is vital in ensuring that any tournament unfolds without a hitch In recognition of their tireless efforts in a wide variety of roles, almost 1,000 volunteers at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Papua New Guinea 2016 enjoyed their own moment in the spotlight at Monday evening’s Volunteers…

Two days after leading the country’s top women’s youth team at the most prestigious age group tournament in the world, New Zealand U-20 women’s coach Leon Birnie is getting straight back to work, reaching for the region’s highest coaching qualification. Birnie is one of 22 coaches participating in the OFC/NZF A Licence Part Two coaching…

With a focus on increasing employability and creating female role models, the volunteer programme as part of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Papua New Guinea has engaged over 1,000 volunteers to support the delivery of events and activities. In an effort to increase employability among young people in Papua New Guinea, the FIFA…

Oceania coaches are only eight days away from completing the region’s highest coaching qualification, as part two of the OFC/NZF A Licence coaching course got underway at Bruce Pulman Lodge in Papakura, Auckland today. Led by New Zealand Football Technical Director Rob Sherman, the 22 coaches from New Zealand, New Caledonia, Tonga and Fiji have…

England international Alex Scott has left Port Moresby locals inspired after attending the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup on behalf of FIFA for the #ENDViolence campaign early this week. Joined by the PNG U-20 national team, Scott made a special visit to two Port Moresby schools on Tuesday to promote the #ENDViolence message – a…

Puaikura FC has secured their place at the 2017 OFC Champions League Qualifier after claiming the Cook Islands Premier Men’s Round Cup 2016 championship title on Saturday. The Anthony Samuela coached team defeated Avatiu 4-0 in their ninth win of the season, remaining unbeaten after 11 games and winning the league with one match still…

England international and three-time FIFA Women’s World Cup™ participant Alex Scott has spent the past few days in Papua New Guinea in an ambassadorial role. The primary task was promotion of #ENDViolence – an awareness campaign aimed at ending violence towards women and children in the region. Scott participated in the Universal Children’s Day ‘Walk…