Cook Islands Advence After 1–1 Draw with Papua New Guinea in Port Moresby

Cook Islands advence after 1–1 draw with Papua New Guinea in Port Moresby

By OFC Heading into the clash, both sides were level with one win apiece after dominant performances against American Samoa, but Cook Islands held the edge on goal difference and only needed a draw to advance. Papua New Guinea meanwhile, required a victory to claim the lone qualification spot. The Junior Bilums started brightly, moving the ball quickly and looking to exploit gaps with direct through passes, but Cook Islands’ backline held firm. …

Cook Islands advance after hard fought draw with Papua New Guinea

Cook Islands have secured top spot in the qualifying tournament and progression to the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship after grinding out a 1-1 draw with Papua New Guinea in Port Moresby. Heading into the clash, both sides were level with one win apiece after dominant performances against American Samoa, but Cook Islands held the edge on goal difference and only needed a draw to advance. Source