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At one stage in his young life, it appeared as if PNG Hekari FC goalkeeper Dave Tomare was headed down the wrong path, until he fell in love with football and the beautiful game that helped change his trajectory. Now he represents Papua New Guinea’s first professional football club in the OFC Pro League, and his national team on the international stage. “Sometimes I remember how I started,” Tomare says. “I was involved in a lot of things, but when I started playing foo

PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea – Monday’s post-season conference provided PNG Hekari FC the opportunity to reflect on their historic participation in the inaugural 2026 Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Professional League, with club officials reaffirming their commitment to rebuilding and returning stronger next season. PNG Hekari FC entered the history books as Papua New Guinea’s representative in the first-ever OFC Professional League after securing one of only 24 licen

PNG Hekari FC completed its final training session in Auckland today ahead of tomorrow’s last OFC Pro League clash against Solomon Kings FC. With one final battle left this season, the boys are focused, prepared, and ready to give everything for the badge and for Papua New Guinea.

Head Coach Jerry Allen has rejoined PNG Hekari FC in Auckland ahead of tomorrow’s crucial clash against Tahiti United. After missing last Wednesday’s game, his return has lifted the squad as the team completed final preparations for the important OFC Professional League encounter at Go Media Stadium.

PNG Hekari FC put the finishing touches on their preparations with a sharp 1 hour 30 minute session at Sea Side Park, showing focus, discipline, and quiet confidence ahead of their crucial showdown at Eden Park.

PNG Hekari FC have departed for Auckland ahead of a crucial OFC Professional League clash against Vanuatu United, with the team carrying the hopes of Papua New Guinea into a high-stakes showdown at Eden Park.

During their stay in Honiara for Round 4 of the OFC Pro League, PNG Hekari FC took time away from match preparations to visit local schools and community institutions, including White River Primary School, Vura Primary School and White River Police Station, strengthening community ties while inspiring the next generation.

PNG Hekari FC delivered a spirited performance against league leaders Auckland FC, holding firm through a tense first half highlighted by heroic goalkeeping from Dave Tomare and strong pressure from Raymond Gunemba. Despite their resilience, two late stoppage-time goals broke Hekari hearts as Auckland maintained their perfect OFC Pro League record.

Photo by OFC Media via Phototek Hekari FC steps onto the continental stage to contest Round 1 of the OFC Pro League , facing Solomon Islands champions Solomon Kings FC in what is a landmark fixture for both clubs. Played at the iconic Eden Park in Auckland , this match marks the first-ever OFC Pro League game for PNG Hekari and Solomon Kings, setting the tone for a new era of professional football in the Pacific. Leading PNG Hekari onto the pitch is Captain Dave Tomare , the

PC: NBC PNG A new chapter in Papua New Guinea football begins as the National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) is officially confirmed as the exclusive broadcaster of the OFC Pro League in PNG , bringing elite regional football directly into the homes of fans across the country. This landmark partnership ensures that supporters from every corner of the nation can follow the rise of professional football in Oceania and witness PNG clubs compete on the biggest stage. As the OFC

www.pnghekarifc.com PNG Hekari FC are ready for the inaugural season of the OFC Professional League, which will be staged in Auckland, New Zealand. The Red Army will open their campaign against their Melanesian brothers, Solomon Kings, on Sunday, 18 January 2025. They will then face Tahiti United before taking on South Melbourne. Hekari FC General Manager Wira Wama is confident the team is well prepared for the challenging opening fixtures. “Our OFC Pro League campaign offici

The OFC Pro League launches a new era for Pacific football, uniting eight clubs from seven nations in Oceania’s first professional league. Played across five circuit rounds in different countries before a finals series in New Zealand, the competition features debutants Auckland FC, Bula FC, PNG Hekari FC and Solomon Kings FC as they compete for regional glory and a place in history.

The eight founding clubs in the new OFC Pro League are nearing the deadline to complete signings for their squads to play in the opening round of matches in mid-January. The clubs must submit their first team squad lists for the opening round to OFC by 5pm (NZT) on Tuesday December 23, 2025, providing players have been registered no later than Monday December 22, 2025. Team lists need to have at least 20 players, including three goalkeepers, and a maximum of 23 players. The l

Tickets are now on sale for Round One of the OFC Pro League, Oceania’s first-ever professional football competition. The historic opening kicks off at Eden Park in Auckland before continuing at North Harbour Stadium, featuring top clubs from across the Pacific. Fans can witness the dawn of a new era in regional football and be part of history from the very first match.

The Pacific's first professional competition, the OFC Pro League, kicks off on January 17, 2026. David Rowland/Phototek NZ Kicking off on Jan. 17, 2026, at Auckland's famous Eden Park, the OFC Professional League, even if you might not have heard of it until now, is one of the most ambitious footballing projects in recent memory. Covering the vast expanse of the Pacific, the FIFA-backed league will seek to bring professional football to not just one country for the first time

PNG Hekari FC has strengthened its squad with the arrival of two new international recruits — striker John Orobulu from the Solomon Islands and midfielder John Alick from Vanuatu. The duo received a warm welcome from the club’s management, coaching staff, and director upon landing in Port Moresby, signaling Hekari’s intent to make a powerful statement ahead of the OFC Professional League kickoff in January 2026.

Oceania Professional League football competition chiefs will redistribute prizemoney from future FIFA Club World Cup windfalls to ensure one club does not disproportionately benefit. The new Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) league, which will kick off at Auckland’s Eden Park on January 17, will feature eight teams, including New Zealand clubs Auckland FC and South Island United. The Pro League will supply Oceania’s representative to the next FIFA Club World Cup in 2029. N

T he heartbeat of Pacific football pulsed through Auckland last night as the Oceania football community gathered at the iconic Eden Park stadium to celebrate the official launch of the OFC Pro League, a bold new chapter in the region’s sporting story. Hosted by Goran Paladin, the evening was night of celebration and excitement, as football in the Pacific takes a bold step into a new era. Against the backdrop of New Zealand’s most storied stadium, players, coaches, and officia