Papua New Guinea is located in the Pacific Ocean. While it has several official languages, including English, Hiri Motu, PNG Sign Language and Tok Pisin, the country has over 840 indigenous languages.
South Pacific side become the first team to secure a spot in the OFC’s final qualification round as the Solomon Islands are eliminated while Fiji and Papua New Guinea stay alive.
Test winger Xavier Coates has spoken of his pride at representing Australia after being subjected to severe online abuse for his decision to play for the Kangaroos ahead of Papua New Guinea.