PNG to Host MSG Prime Minister's Cup Football Tournament in November
Papua New Guinea has been confirmed as the host nation for the 4th Edition of the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Prime Minister’s Cup Football Tournament for men, and the inaugural women’s edition, to be held from 10–22 November in Port Moresby.
The agreement was finalized during the MSG Sports Ministers' meeting held in Suva, Fiji, where Minister Assisting the Prime Minister in Sports, Sam Basil Junior, signed the Host Agreement in the presence of fellow ministers, senior officials, and MSG Sports Committee members.
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The PNG Sports Foundation CEO, Micah James, played a crucial role in preparing the agenda ahead of the Ministerial meeting, following a successful session by senior sports officials from MSG member countries.
Minister Basil expressed strong confidence that PNG is prepared to lead and deliver a successful tournament, noting that planning will begin immediately with support from MSG member states.
He told the meeting that the Local Organizing Committee would be tasked to coordinate with service providers and stakeholders to prepare the necessary logistics and infrastructure.
The tournament dates fall within the official FIFA window and are recognized under the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) framework as a tier one competition, ensuring a high standard of play.
Minister Basil also emphasized the unifying role of sports in strengthening ties among PNG, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Fiji, and FLNKS, thanking his counterparts for their continued support of PNG’s hosting bid.
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