Clubs wage war in semis
Tura Magic, Young Chiefs, Mighty Gunners and Young African FC all have a say as to who will play in the final of the Debmarine Cup competition.
The stage is set for two teams to advance to the final of the NFA Debmarine Namibia Cup as the remaining teams in the competition clash for a place in the final.
After a battle of many dramatic matches, it all comes down to four teams that will lock horns at the Mokati Stadium in Otjiwarongo tomorrow.
All four clubs are determined to win the competition, but only two will remain after this weekend to give one last push in the final.
Mighty Gunners have all the odds in their favour given that they will be playing in front of their supporters in Otjiwarongo.
The 'men in uniform' will go up against tournament favourites Tura Magic at the Mokati Stadium at 15:00.
Young Chiefs and Young Africans will round off the semi-finals at 17:00 at the same stadium.
Tura Magic defeated premier league side Civics by a solid goal from striker Itamunua Keimuine to reach the last four, while Mighty Gunners secured a 1-0 win against Try Again FC in Gobabis.
Tournament underdogs Young African FC secured their place in the semi-final by defeating Rundu Chiefs 5-4 on penalties in a nail-biting quarterfinal match.
Oshakati-based Young Chiefs advanced to the semis having scored the most goals in Gobabis after easing 5-1 past Eastern Chiefs.
The four remaining teams have received N$20 000 each to prepare for the semi-final matches.
The two finalists will each receive N$30 000 to help prepare for the title-deciding match on 25 November.
Young Chiefs coach Fillimon 'Kaskas' Angula told NFA media that the time had come for the club to turn the tide for northern Namibia.
“Teams from central Namibia, especially Windhoek, have been playing in the final and winning this cup for many years and the plan for 'Amathekie' is to change that.
“We have embarked upon changing that pattern and rewrite history. We have to go all the way,” Angula said.
Young African coach Marley Ngarizemo also stated that his team was prepared to go all the way in the competition.
Tura Magic's Paulus Shipanga is also keen on getting his hands on the prestigious trophy.
Mighty Gunners management also believe that they can put up a great fight to ensure that the fans at home are happy. The overall winners of this year's competition will take home N$500 000.
JESSE JACKSON KAURAISA
After a battle of many dramatic matches, it all comes down to four teams that will lock horns at the Mokati Stadium in Otjiwarongo tomorrow.
All four clubs are determined to win the competition, but only two will remain after this weekend to give one last push in the final.
Mighty Gunners have all the odds in their favour given that they will be playing in front of their supporters in Otjiwarongo.
The 'men in uniform' will go up against tournament favourites Tura Magic at the Mokati Stadium at 15:00.
Young Chiefs and Young Africans will round off the semi-finals at 17:00 at the same stadium.
Tura Magic defeated premier league side Civics by a solid goal from striker Itamunua Keimuine to reach the last four, while Mighty Gunners secured a 1-0 win against Try Again FC in Gobabis.
Tournament underdogs Young African FC secured their place in the semi-final by defeating Rundu Chiefs 5-4 on penalties in a nail-biting quarterfinal match.
Oshakati-based Young Chiefs advanced to the semis having scored the most goals in Gobabis after easing 5-1 past Eastern Chiefs.
The four remaining teams have received N$20 000 each to prepare for the semi-final matches.
The two finalists will each receive N$30 000 to help prepare for the title-deciding match on 25 November.
Young Chiefs coach Fillimon 'Kaskas' Angula told NFA media that the time had come for the club to turn the tide for northern Namibia.
“Teams from central Namibia, especially Windhoek, have been playing in the final and winning this cup for many years and the plan for 'Amathekie' is to change that.
“We have embarked upon changing that pattern and rewrite history. We have to go all the way,” Angula said.
Young African coach Marley Ngarizemo also stated that his team was prepared to go all the way in the competition.
Tura Magic's Paulus Shipanga is also keen on getting his hands on the prestigious trophy.
Mighty Gunners management also believe that they can put up a great fight to ensure that the fans at home are happy. The overall winners of this year's competition will take home N$500 000.
JESSE JACKSON KAURAISA
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