The Young Warriors head coach, Lucky Shipanga says his team is ready to embrace the challenge when Namibia takes on Mozambique, with the coach calling on his young charges to show courage and character in what is expected to be a demanding encounter. Namibia enters the fixture with positive momentum following Friday’s 1-0 victory against Mauritiu, a result the coach believes has boosted confidence within the squad while also reinforcing the need for concentration at this level. “The result gives us confidence, but it also reminded us that every match at this level demands concentration,” the coach said. The Young…
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The Young Warriors made a positive start to their TotalEnergies U20 AFCON COSAFA Qualifiers campaign, defeating Mauritius 1-0 in their opening match of the tournament at the Zipeto Stadium on Friday,18 September. Captain Lukas Sakeus proved decisive, finding the back of the net to hand Namibia an important opening victory. His influential performance earned him the Man of the Match award. Head Coach Lucky Kakuva was delighted with the result, emphasising the importance of starting the tournament on a positive note. “The first match of the tournament is very important because it sets the tone for the rest of the…
The Brave Gladiators head coach, Lucky Kakuva, has announced his squad as preparations begin for a busy period on the international calendar, with Namibia set to face Botswana in two friendly matches before turning their attention to the Olympic Qualifiers against Angola. The squad will begin training on Saturday, 19 September 2026, with the training camp providing the technical team with an opportunity to assess the players, build team cohesion and fine-tune preparations ahead of the upcoming fixtures. The COSAFA Champs will face Botswana on 26 and 30 September 2026 in Gaborone, with the two friendly encounters serving as important tests as the…
The Namibia Football Association is gearing up for a particularly busy period, with several of the country’s national teams set to be in action across the continent and beyond over the coming weeks. The football calendar will see Namibia represented at various levels, from the U20 Boys and U23 Men to the Brave Warriors, Brave Gladiators and U15 Boys, with teams competing in international friendlies, Olympic qualifiers and a FIFA World Cup. The U20 Boys will be among the first to take to the road, with the Young Warriors set to be in Maputo, Mozambique, from 18 to 27 September…
Namibia U23 mens national team, Head Coach John Sikerete has announced his provisional squad as the dates for the upcoming Olympic qualifiers against Angola draw closer. The Young Warriors are set for a two-leg encounter with Angola, with both matches expected to provide a major test for Namibia’s young talent as they continue their quest for Olympic qualification. The first leg is scheduled for 28 September 2026, with Namibia travelling to Angola for the opening encounter. The return fixture will take place on 6 October 2026, with the second match listed to be played in Botswana. Sikerete’s provisional squad is expected to bring together some of Namibia’s…
The Young Warriors have been drawn in Group A alongside hosts Mozambique, Mauritius and Seychelles for the upcoming qualifiers.mNamibia will open its campaign against Mauritius on 18 September at the Zimpeto Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 12:00. Speaking at the squad announcement, Head Coach Lucky Shipanga said the team is in good spirits, with the players confident and looking forward to the competition. “Most of the boys played together last year, with the addition of a few players from the U-17 team who have been active this year. We also have a new addition from Germany,” Shipanga said. The coach…
The Namibia Football Association wishes to inform Namibians and its football-lovers that the Association entered into an agreement with the Russian Football Association to play the Brave Warriors in an international friendly match against the Russia National Football Teamon 3rd October 2026 in Yekaterinburg, Russia. Head Coach Collin Benjamin is grateful for the opportunity to field the Brave Warriors against a strong Russia National Football Team. fixture, highlighting the value of exposing his players to different footballing environments. “These are the kind of competitive exposureour players need on a regular to increase the pressure, the experience and competitiveness making them ready to face other their peers at Continental level in the CAF/Africa Cup…
NFA President, Robert Shimooshili reaffirms Namibia’s 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 NFA’s unwavering commitment to the principles of…
The Namibia Football Association (NFA) and Standard Bank Namibia have signed an agreement aimed at supporting NFA employees in accessing home ownership opportunities and tailored financial solutions. The agreement, signed by Mr. Mabos Vries, Acting General Secretary of the NFA, and Mr. Jerome Namaseb, Personal & Private Banking Executive at Standard Bank Namibia, underscores the association’s commitment to employee welfare and long-term financial wellbeing. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Mabos Vries emphasised that investing in the people who administer and support football is essential to the sustainability and continued growth of the game. Through the initiative, qualifying NFA employees will have the…
Namibia’s U-23 national team has been handed a challenging first-round tie against neighbours Angola in the CAF qualifiers for the 2028 Olympic Games. The two sides are scheduled to meet during the first-round window from 28 September to 6 October 2026, with the tie to be decided over two legs. Namibia will be hoping to make a strong start and secure a place in the next round of the qualifying competition. The second round of the qualifiers will follow in November with the winner of the first round set to play Congo Brazaville.