Papua New Guinea v Lebanon

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Saturday 17 Oct 2026

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14:25 Local Time

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PNG National Football Stadium • 

Port Moresby, Papua New GuineaShow on map

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The Papua New Guinea rugby league team, also known as the Kumuls, is the national team representing the country in international rugby league competitions. Established in 1974, the team has achieved notable success in the sport, having won the Melanesian Cup six times and the Pacific Cup four times. In addition, they have qualified for the Rugby League World Cup nine times, reaching the quarter-finals in 2000 and 2017. The team boasts talented players such as James Segeyaro, Justin Olam, and Nene Macdonald, who have all made a name for themselves in the National Rugby League (NRL) in Australia. Their home stadium, Sir John Guise Stadium, located in the capital city of Port Moresby, has a capacity of 15,000 and provides the perfect backdrop for high-intensity matches. Keep an eye on the Kumuls as they continue to make waves in the international rugby league scene.

The Lebanon national rugby league team, also known as the Cedars, competes in the Rugby League World Cup and the Mediterranean Cup as well as other international competitions. Established in 1998, the team has made impressive strides in the world of rugby league, reaching the quarter-finals of the World Cup in 2000 and 2017. Some notable players on the team include NRL stars Tim Mannah and Robbie Farah, as well as up-and-coming talents like Abbas Miski and James Elias. The team's home ground is the Beirut Municipal Stadium, which has a capacity of 3,000 and provides a unique and lively atmosphere for matches. Additionally, the Cedars have received recognition in the form of the Sport Integrity Award in 2018, showcasing the team's commitment to fair play and sportsmanship.