Historic final on the cards

For the first time in the 43-year history of this competition, Papua New Guinea will compete in the final of Oceania’s most prestigious competition against a side that has been there five times before – and successful four of them.It’s a big ask for the amateur side but coach Flemming Serritslev has been through it…

The competition hosts will take on four-time regional champions New Zealand in the final after the Kiwis squeezed past New Caledonia 1-0 in the first semi-final of the day.Papua New Guinea coach Flemming Serritslev was deservedly elated at his side’s performance.“It’s a fantastic day for PNG football and for the country. I’m so proud of…

A total of 198 players have registered for the nine clubs that will compete in the tournament organised by Santo Island’s Sanma FA. The competition, which will run until the end of August, will also feature female coaches and eight female referees.Local women’s football development officer Joella Avock said the new league will provide the…

Download the official match summary here You can also follow the OFC Nations Cup updates via twitter here: @OFCfootball PNGvSOL ONCOr watch the live stream: here (not available in all countries).Papua New Guinea: 20. Ronald WARISAN (GK), 2. Daniel JOE, 4. Alwin KOMOLONG, 5. Felix KOMOLONG, 7. Raymond GUNEMBA, 8. Michael FOSTER, 9. Nigel DABINGYABA,…

OFC has received advice from its security consultant regarding the protest at University of Papua New Guinea and having held discussions with all relevant stakeholders, a decision has been taken to continue as planned.New Zealand will play New Caledonia at 4pm, followed by Papua New Guinea against Solomon Islands at 7.30pm. Share

Adding to the anticipation is the rematch between four-time champions New Zealand and New Caledonia, with the All Whites keen to get avenge their 2012 OFC Nations Cup loss to Les Cagous in Honiara.As a member of the side that suffered that 2-0 defeat four years ago, New Zealand captain Chris Wood says this is…

Papua New Guinea coach Flemming Serritslev was elated to see his side lift their game against the Preliminary winners to secure an eight goal haul, and with it the honour of top spot.“Of course I am very happy on behalf of the country, on behalf of our fans and especially on behalf of the boys…

Download the official match summary here You can also follow the OFC Nations Cup updates via twitter here: @OFCfootball SAMvPNG ONCOr watch the live stream: here (not available in all countries).Samoa: 23. Ted SIKOVI (GK), 2. John HALL, 4. Filipo BURETA, 7. Andrew MOBBERLEY, 9. Paulo SCANLAN, 10. Desmond FAAIUASO (c), 13. Lionel TAYLOR, 14….