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Part of situation: Oceania beach soccer competition preparations (2 clusters)

Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea prepare for 2026 OFC Beach Soccer Nations Cup

OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup 2026 Solomon Islands beach soccer Papua New Guinea beach soccer James Naka Oceania beach soccer

The Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea are preparing for the 2026 OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup in Tahiti.

The Solomon Islands, a historically dominant force in Oceanian beach soccer with four titles, aim to end a 13-year championship drought. Led by head coach and record goalscorer James Naka, the team seeks to reclaim its status after losing the last three tournament finals to Tahiti.

Papua New Guinea returns to the competition following its debut in 2024, where it secured a historic first international win against Fiji. Under coach Babob Labong, the team is focused on utilizing the tournament to further develop domestic league structures and the growing sport within the country.

Entities

Babob Labong · James Naka · OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup · Papua New Guinea · Solomon Islands

Sources

OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup 2026 : réunion technique d’avant-tournoi | FTF.PF [www.ftf.pf]
Sam Walker: Kangaroos Rugby League World Cup debutant puts Sydney Roosters contract thoughts on hold [www.watoday.com.au]
FIVB Volleyball Empowerment Program strengthens coaching and officiating in Oceania [asianvolleyball.net]
OFC Beach Soccer Men’s Nations Cup 2026 | Team Profile | Solomon Islands [www.oceaniafootball.com]
Fab four debut for Australia against Fiji in World Cup [theqldr.com.au]