Papua New Guinea’s under-19 men’s national team has qualified for the 2026 OFC U-19 Championship in Samoa. They secured their spot with a 5-1 win against the Cook Islands in a qualifying tournament match. A draw would have been sufficient for Papua New Guinea to advance, but they dominated the game to claim the top position. The Cook Islands needed a win to qualify but were unable to overcome Papua New Guinea’s strong performance. The result confirms Papua New Guinea’s participation in the championship. Access to the original report requires a paid subscription to Post Courier.