Barcelona’s faltering La Liga title challenge suffered another setback after they surrendered a 1-0 lead to draw 1-1 at relegation-threatened Getafe. A surprise 1-0 loss for leaders Atletico Madrid at Leganes on Saturday afternoon presented Hansi Flick’s third-placed side a chance to move within three points of top spot. But having won just one of...
MELBOURNE – Daniil Medvedev has been fined more than half his Australian Open prize money for his behaviour at Melbourne Park. The Russian, a three-time beaten finalist, crashed out of the tournament in the second round following a five-set loss to American teenager Learner Tien, during which he received a point penalty after throwing his...
Football fever is on a heightened level, with the much-anticipated first-ever edition of the MTC Maris Cup set to commence with the round of 16 this weekend at the Dr Hage Geingob Stadium. Ahead of the historic cup – which officially in MTC records becomes the single-biggest cup prize money on the local football circuits,...
Cricket Namibia (CN), one of the country’s most successful federations, has started the year with renewed energy. In a statement, CN highlighted 2024 as a phenomenal year filled with accomplishments that made a significant mark. Three standouts include: the FNB Namibia Cricket Ground, as the start of their stadium construction is setting the stage for...
As the dust settles, Mamelodi Sundowns will return home with the first-ever HopHydro U/18 Soccer Cup trophy, a testament to their exceptional performance and tactical mastery throughout the tournament. The South African side, brimming with youthful talent, showcased their supremacy in style after three days of electrifying action at Jan Mohr Field in Windhoek. In...
Julinho Athletic FC faced a weekend of mixed results with a hard-fought victory on Saturday, followed by a disappointing loss the next day in the Debmarine Premier League. The team’s coach, Nelson Luis, was quick to reflect on the 1-0 win over Bucks Buccaneers at the Unam Stadium, describing it as a challenging encounter. “We...
Afrocat Sports Club is set to bring a fresh twist to the world of netball with a thrilling Beach Netball Tournament on 15 February at A. Shipena Secondary School in Katutura. This unique event aims to blend the competitive spirit of netball with the laid-back atmosphere of beach-themed fun, offering participants a one-of-a-kind sporting experience. ...
OPUWO – The North-East First Division Football League, under the auspices of the Namibia Football Association, is set to resume this weekend following a four-week break for the festive season. Match weeks four and five will take place tomorrow and Sunday across four venues, featuring 12 matches as teams prepare for intense fixtures in their...
Born Johannes Kauluma on 9 June 1966 in Ondjondjo/Oluno on the outskirts of Ondangwa, he was adopted by foster parents. He grew up in the coastal harbour town of Walvis Bay. Interestingly, his foster mother was the old lady of the football-playing siblings Ronnie Kanalelo, Shindere and Salathiel ‘Stimela’ Ndjao. It was obvious that he...
President of the Namibia Paralympic Committee Johannes Liswani said that plans are well underway for the highly anticipated Namibia National Championship. The event will take place from 24 to 26 January in the Oshana region. This marks the first major event of the year for para-athletes in the country. Liswani is eager to see it...