Head Coach, Collin Benjamin, and Team Captain, Ananias Gebhardt of the Tafel Lager Brave Warriors, are confident that the Warriors will carry the day tomorrow, 9th September 2023, when they meet South Africa at the Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg, at 15h00. This was said during a press conference held at the Orlando Stadium ahead of the crucial friendly match against South Africa. Benjamin said his team has the highest respect for their neighbouring country and counterparts , and because of that, they vow to give their absolute best. “Apart from playing time, there are no friendly games nowadays. South Africa…
Author: Nancy Halweendo
The Tafel Lager Brave Warriors prepare to depart for South Africa this afternoon, 5th September 2023, to finalize preparations for the highly anticipated friendly match against South Africa on the 9th September 2023, at the Orlando stadium in Johannessburg, South Africa, at 15h00. The journey to South Africa comes a day after an exhibition match against Zimbabwe, which took place at the hosts’ National Sports Stadium in Harare, for the inauguration of President Emmerson Mnangagwa. In preparation for the journey, Head Coach, Collin Benjamin, has selected his final squad of 23 players for the encounter. “Most of our debutants showed resilience and dedication during the match against Zimbabwe and deserve more chances to learn and hone their…
Namibia’s 20 man squad will engage Zimbabwe in an exhibition match this afternoon, 4th September 2023, at the International Sports Stadium in Zimbabwe, at 15h00, to mark the inauguration of Zimbabwe’s President, His Excellency, Emmerson Mnangagwa. The team landed safely yesterday in Harare, Zimbabwe, and were welcomed by the Namibian Ambassador to Zimbabwe, His Excellency,Kandjii Nicklaas Rikondja, and Zimbabwean Ambassador to Namibia, Her Excellency,Melody Chaurura. Both diplomats highlighted the importance of this event on the national sports calendar, citing a historical celebration of exceptional football skills, unity, and diplomacy amid the two nations. Also present to welcome the Namibian delegation…
In a surprising turn of events, the Tafel Lager Brave Warriors are set to embark on an unexpected journey to Zimbabwe today, 3rd September, for an international friendly match for the Inauguration of their head of state, Emmerson Mnangagwa, on Monday, 4th September, 2023. The announcement came as Zimbabwe’s Football Association extended an invitation to the Namibian squad, who have been preparing for their upcoming friendly clash with South Africa’s Bafana Bafana on 9th September, 2023. The Brave Warriors have been in training camp since August 22, 2023, honing their skills for the much-anticipated match against South Africa however, this…
As the Tafel Lager Brave Warriors embark on a crucial fitness elevation mission for the upcoming CHAN 2024 competition with a preceeding international friendly against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana, Fitness Scientist, Garren Smith, said this phase is an essential foundation in the team’s quest for high performance. Smith furthermore said the team has a well-planned training program with a multi-faceted approach to increase physical ability and strength. “The timing of this week’s training is crucial. Most, if not all, players started their pre-season training with their respective clubs. This alignment increases the affinity between the National Team and clubs that…
In preparation for the CHAN [African Nations Championship] Qualifications, the Tafel Lager Brave Warriors, will face off against their counterparts, south of the Orange-River, South Africa’s Bafana Bafana, in an international friendly on Saturday, 9th September 2023 at a stadium in Johannesburg, still to be confirmed. The Tafel Lager Brave Warriors reported for camp on Sunday, 20th August and their first training session commenced on Tuesday, 22nd August 2023 at the NFA Technical Centre. The Team will train twice daily, Monday to Friday, from 08H00 to 10H00 and 16H00 to 18H00, and on Saturdays, from 08H00 to 10H00. The squad will be strengthened by the return of skipper, Ronald ‘Stigga’ Ketjijere, from retirement and…