An estimate of over 300 Australian Football League (AFL) players from across the country are expected to come together in Port Moresby city for their National Championships in November. AFL PNG Senior Football Operations Manager, Mr. Rex Leka said that the AFL teams from the provincial associations will be coming from all four regions of the country for the event. “Teams from Central province, NCD (National Capital District), Lae, West New Britain and East New Britain will be coming. Mt Hagen is yet to confirm their attendance,” said Mr. Leka. He added that they are expecting two teams each from the associations and that’s about 60 players and officials from each. Mr. Leka said the expenses for the teams to travel to Port Moresby, will be met by the respective associations; however, AFL PNG is looking to assist with the expenses whereby the associations can cover for the cost of travel and AFL PNG to cover for the accommodations. Mr. Leka then also explained that although the month of November has been marked for the AFL National Championship, an exact date for the start of the championship has not been finalized yet. Meanwhile, the National Championship is expected to be an avenue for the selection of players to form the National Teams for both men and women, to participate in the International Cup 2024 in Australia.