Gereka Bombers edge out Gordons Kokofas in PoM AFL Semifinal thriller

The Gereka Bombers held off the fast-finishing Gordons Kokofas with 11 goals and 4 behinds (70 points) to 9 goals and 4 behinds (58 points) in the Jaki Enterprise Limited Port Moresby AFL Men’s Senior Division Semifinal on Saturday, 7 November 2026, at Colts Oval.

Gereka Bombers started the opening quarter with high energy, scoring 5 goals (30 points), while the Kokofas recorded 1 goal and 2 behinds (8 points), trailing the Bombers by 22 points.

The Bombers lost their momentum in the second quarter, registering 1 goal and 1 behind (7 points), while the Kokofas scored 1 goal and 1 behind (7 points), leaving the halftime score at 37-15.

The Gereka men exploded in the third quarter, adding 4 goals and 1 behind (25 points), while the Gordons lads also secured 4 goals (24 points), narrowing the lead to 23 points (62-39) at the end of the third quarter.

The match reached its climax in the last quarter. Kokofas made a late comeback, scoring 3 goals and 1 behind (19 points) but fell short to the Bombers, who collected 1 goal and 2 behinds (8 points) to overcome the Kokofas.

The minor premiers (Kokofas) defeated the Bombers twice during the regular season. However, the Gereka men came prepared this time, taking revenge on the Kokofas in the penultimate match and punching their tickets to the grand final.

Gereka Bombers captain Emmanuel Michael said: “I’m at a loss for words. The whole season we’ve competed is to play in the grand final. I’m overwhelmed with joy and happiness, and give credit to my teammates.”

Skipper Michael said though he was pleased with the result, he admitted that there’s room for improvement, especially in the back line, while crediting the forwards and centres for executing their roles effectively.

The captain thanked the coaching staff, team management, and the Gereka community for their steadfast support this season. With the final game remaining, captain Michael urged the fans to turn up in big numbers to support the Bombers.

The reigning premiers (Gereka Bombers) aim to defend their title when they square off against the University Tigers in the Grand Final on Saturday, 14 November 2026, at Colts Oval.

Meanwhile, West Eagles belted Taikone Hawks with 7 goals and 6 behinds (48 points) to 2 goals and 6 behinds (18 points) in the Men’s A Reserve. In the women’s division, Gerehu Magpies defeated Gereka Bombers with 5 goals and 7 behinds (37 points) to 3 goals and 2 behinds (20 points).