LFA confirms participation for Northern Regional Qualifiers

The Lae Football Association (LFA) President, Ronald Ram, confirmed that Lae’s football governing body will participate in the forthcoming Papua New Guinea Football Association (PNGFA) Cup Northern Regional Qualifiers. 

Madang Soccer Association (MSA) will host the regional tournament at Madang’s renowned Laiwaden Oval, slated for September 28 to 30, 2026. 

The teams are Madang Soccer Association, Lahi, Wau, Wewak, and Vanimo, as well as the Associate Members, including Ambenob, FUSA, Waria, MFA, Parapa, Transgogol, Karkar North, Vanimo Urban, and Biliau Association.

President Ram announced Lae’s participation, saying that the two teams will compete hard in the regional qualifiers and represent Lae with pride. 

“On behalf of the Lae Football Association executive committee, member clubs, and the broader football community in Lae, I am proud to formally announce our official participation in the upcoming PNGFA Cup Northern Regional Qualifiers,” he said.  

“LFA is fielding both men’s and women’s teams, representing the rich talent and competitive spirit of our association.

“Our goal is to bring home strong results, secure qualification, and earn the right to play for the national title on home soil.”

Mr. Ram thanked the major sponsor: “On behalf of LFA, I extend our sincere gratitude to Jesar Enterprises Ltd for coming aboard as an official supporter of our campaign. 

“The company's generous contribution of K2,000 toward food rations for our traveling teams will ensure our athletes are well-nourished and ready to perform at their highest level throughout the tournament.

“Community and corporate partnerships like this are vital to the ongoing development and success of our players.”

The traveling contingent will depart Lae for Madang on Sunday, September 27th, to begin final preparations ahead of the kick-off on Monday, September 28th. 

“We wish both our men’s and women's squads, as well as the technical staff, safe travels and good luck in Madang. We know you will represent Lae with pride, discipline, and determination,” Ram said. 

The Northern regional qualifiers serve as a crucial stepping stone toward the national stage of the PNGFA Cup. The winning teams from each division and region will qualify for the national finals, scheduled for November in Lae.