Papua New Guinea and Fiji played to an exhilarating 3-3 draw in their first men’s international match at home, which keeps both teams firmly in contention for a semi-final spot.
The match began in favor of Papua New Guinea as Joseph Joe scored an early goal that set the tone for an exciting contest. However, Fiji quickly leveled the score with a header from Thomas Dunn. Papua New Guinea responded decisively when Ati Kepo netted another goal, restoring their lead. Yet, Fiji’s Roy Krishna found the back of the net with a penalty, demonstrating their resilience.
In a thrilling conclusion, Papua New Guinea’s Raymond Gunemba scored late in the match, seeming to secure the win for his team. But in the final moments, Fiji’s Merrill Nand struck back, equalizing the match and capping off a dramatic encounter.
This draw keeps Papua New Guinea’s hopes alive as they prepare to face the Solomon Islands on Sunday, where a victory could see them progress further in the tournament.
Final score: Papua New Guinea 3, Fiji 3.
This match not only showcased the competitive spirit of both teams but also highlighted Papua New Guinea’s potential as they look ahead to their next challenge. Fans can look forward to more thrilling football action as the tournament unfolds.
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