Port Moresby local derby clash ends in cliffhanger

PNG Hekari FC and Port Moresby Strikers FC drew 1-1 in Round 13 of the Premier Soccer League (PSL) on Saturday, 1 August 2026, at PNG Football Stadium in Port Moresby.  

A highly entertaining contest in the sweltering heat, both sides left everything on the pitch, keeping the score sheet clean at half-time.

The intensity peaked in the second half. The Strikers were given a penalty inside Hekari’s penalty area, and they capitalized to score the first goal. 

Moments later, Hekari turned defense into offense, eventually netting an equalizer and capping off the Port Moresby affair to a stalemate finish. 

Hekari are sitting second on the ladder with 25 points, while the Strikers are in the third spot with 22 points. 

Port Moresby Strikers will meet Lae City FC in Round 14, and PNG Hekari FC will face Admiralty Islands FC, with both matches scheduled for Wednesday, August 5th, at PNG Football Stadium.