Drama in Honiara: Late Penalty Denies Hekari's Victory

Drama in Honiara: Late penalty denies Hekari's victory

A 106th-minute penalty from Teaonui Tehau rescued a 2-2 draw for Tahiti United, breaking the hearts of PNG Hekari FC in a tension-filled encounter at the National Stadium. Despite a standout performance from young striker Rex Naime, Hekari was unable to weather a storm of late drama that saw a VAR-contested penalty and disciplinary issues cost them the full three points. Hekari took the lead against the run of play in the 20th minute when Joseph…

PNG Hekari FC and Tahiti United share spoils after late drama

A Teaonui Tehau penalty in the sixteenth minute of stoppage time rescued a point for Tahiti United as they came from behind twice to draw 2-2 with PNG Hekari FC at the National Stadium in Honiara. Both teams were eager for a victory, and having tasted defeat in their previous fixtures , coaches Jerry Allen and Samuel Garcia were keen to rebound with a positive result – though Tahiti United took… Source