The final group stage match of the MSG Prime Minister's Cup between Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu ended in a 1-1 draw on November 23, 2025. This result confirmed Papua New Guinea as group winners and Vanuatu as runners-up, setting up their paths in the knockout phase. Vanuatu scored first against the run of play, but Papua New Guinea showed character to fight back and equalize before halftime. The second half was a tactical battle, with both teams seemingly content with the point that secured their respective advancements. The match was played in a competitive yet respectful spirit, with the focus shifting to the upcoming semi-finals. Both managers expressed satisfaction with qualifying and indicated they would now prepare for the stiffer challenges ahead in the quest for the PM Cup trophy.