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Papua New Guinea Duo Rex Naime and Joseph Joe to Bolster Labasa Squad for Fiji FACT 2026

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Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Two Papua New Guinea internationals, Rex Naime and Joseph Joe, are set to join the Labasa football club for the BiC Fiji FACT 2026 tournament.
  • Naime, a 22-year-old attacker, is considered one of PNG's most promising young talents and was a leading scorer.
  • Their inclusion aims to strengthen the Labasa squad, known as the Babasiga Lions, for the upcoming competition.

The Labasa football club, also known as the Babasiga Lions, is set to receive a significant boost with the arrival of two Papua New Guinea internationals. Rex Naime and Joseph Joe are expected to join the squad for the upcoming BiC Fiji FACT 2026 tournament, which will be held in Labasa.

Both players hail from Hekari United, a prominent club in Papua New Guinea. Their addition is anticipated to enhance Labasa's competitive edge in the tournament. The club is particularly excited about the prospect of Naime, a 22-year-old attacker, joining their ranks. He is widely regarded as one of Papua New Guinea's most exciting young prospects and has a proven track record as a prolific goal scorer.

The inclusion of Naime and Joe signifies Labasa's ambition for the BiC Fiji FACT 2026. By bringing in international talent, the club aims to strengthen its lineup and improve its performance in the prestigious tournament. The Babasiga Lions are looking to leverage the skills and experience of these Papua New Guinean players to achieve success on home soil.

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Originally published by FBC News in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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