Papua New Guinea and Fiji played to an exhilarating 3-3 draw in their first men’s international match held in Papua New Guinea, keeping both teams in contention for a spot in the semi-finals.
The match started with Joseph Joe giving Papua New Guinea an early lead. However, Fiji quickly responded as Thomas Dunn headed in an equalizer. Ati Kepo then put Papua New Guinea back on the scoreboard, but the action continued as Roy Krishna successfully converted a penalty for Fiji, leveling the score once again.
Late in the match, Raymond Gunemba found the net for Papua New Guinea, seemingly securing a victory. Yet, in a dramatic twist, Fiji’s Merrill Nand equalized just seconds before the final whistle.
With this result, Papua New Guinea remains in the hunt for a semi-final berth and will need to secure a victory against the Solomon Islands on Sunday to enhance their chances.
The final score was 3-3, showcasing the competitive spirit and unpredictability of international football.
This match not only highlighted the resilience of both teams but also set the stage for exciting upcoming fixtures in the tournament. Fans can look forward to Papua New Guinea’s next game, where a win will bring them closer to advancing in the competition.
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