5 April 2026 -In a tightly contested match, Omaheke edged past Omusati with a narrow 1-0 victory. The decisive goal came from Ebson Mbaha, whose clinical finish secured the win. Favour Katuuo’s exceptional performance earned him the Man of the Match award.
The clash between Oshikoto and Erongo proved to be a defensive showdown, ending 0-0 in regulation time. However, Erongo held their nerve in the penalty shootout, claiming a 3-2 victory to advance.
Another thrilling encounter saw //Kharas draw 1-1 with Khomas. Goals from Robinho Van Wyk and Kandingua Tuundjakuje kept the match balanced, with Tuundjakuje’s impressive display earning him Man of the Match honors. //Kharas ultimately triumphed 4-2 on penalties.
Meanwhile, Kunene secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Hardap. Ismael Howoseb was the hero of the match, scoring both goals for Kunene, while Esegiel Eiseb netted the lone goal for Hardap. Christiano Useb’s outstanding contribution earned him the Man of the Match award.
Semi-Finals Highlights
The semi-finals brought even more intensity as the competition narrowed. Erongo continued their strong run with a 1-0 victory over Omaheke, thanks to a decisive goal from Kauvepukua Kauzuu. Shahid Naobeb’s commanding performance saw him named Man of the Match.
In the second semi-final, //Kharas and Kunene battled to a goalless draw in regular time. The match was ultimately decided by penalties, where Kunene emerged victorious with a 4-3 win. Christiano Useb once again impressed, earning his second Man of the Match award of the tournament.
With these results, Erongo and Kunene have booked their spots in the final, setting up an exciting showdown for the Newspaper Cup 2026 title. Both teams have demonstrated resilience and quality throughout the tournament, promising a thrilling conclusion to this year’s competition.