Marcus Gusmao

President of the PNG Football Association (PNGFA) John Kapi-Natto made the announcement in a media conference today.

He said the coaches will be preparing their respective players for international tournaments including the World Cup.

Gusmao, who was reappointed, has experience in coaching the PNG National men’s football team since his move to PNG in 2004. In 2008 he led the men’s team to the Pacific Games.

Gusmao is a Brazilian football professional who coached the national men’s team from 2004 to 2007.

PNG Football Association President, John Kapi Natto has warmly welcomed Gusmao, who has taken up his new role straight after arrival.

“On behalf of PNGFA Executive Committee Members, management, MA presidents and supporters of football in PNG. I take this time before our Christmas period to warmly welcome our football instructor and Head Coach of the Kapul Men’s National squad, Marcus Gusmao all the way from Sao Paulo, Brazil, South America to our shoes,” Kapi Natto said.