NFA President, Robert Shimooshili reaffirms Namibiaโs solidarity with FIFA and African football leadership
A powerful moment of friendship, solidarity and football diplomacy unfolded as Namibia Football Association President, Robert Shimooshili shared a warm and jovial handshake with FIFA President Gianni Infantino on the margins of the recent FIFA World Cup.
The encounter symbolised more than a simple greeting between two football leaders. It reflected the spirit of brotherhood, unity and solidarity that continues to bind Namibia, Africa and the global football family together, as one.
President Shimooshili used the occasion to reaffirm the NFAโs unwavering commitment to the principles of unity, cooperation and collective advancement of football, while recognising the important leadership role of FIFA and the Confederation of African Football [CAF] in shaping the future of continental football.
โThe Namibia Football Association stands firm alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Under the vanguard of the Confederation of African Football, we remain united and committed to supporting the leadership, unity and collective interests of African football within the global football family,โ Shimooshili stated.
The message from the NFA President comes at a time when football continues to serve as one of the most powerful platforms for bringing people, nations and cultures together. For Namibia, participation in the international football family is not only about competition on the pitch, but also about building lasting partnerships, strengthening institutions and creating opportunities for the continued development of football at all levels.
The handshake between Presidents Shimooshili and Infantino therefore carries a powerful message: football is stronger when its members stand together.
Namibia remains committed to working constructively with FIFA, CAF, COSAFA and national associations to advance the development of the beautiful game, promote good governance and create greater opportunities for players, coaches, administrators, officials, ball-retrievers and supporters.
The NFA believes that African football has enormous potential, and that this potential can best be realised through unity of purpose, mutual respect, strategic partnerships and a shared commitment to development.
The moment between the two football leaders also serves as a reminder that, beyond the competitions, trophies and results, football is ultimately about people, relationships and a shared passion for the game.
For Namibia, the message is clear: the NFA will continue to play its part as a committed member of the African and global football family, proudly carrying the Namibian flag and contributing to the collective advancement of football.
One Football. One Africa. One Global Football Family, NFA President Robert Shimooshili concluded.