Deon Hotto — 35-year-old Namibian midfielder/winger playing for Orlando Pirates, nearing joint-record national caps with 87.
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The Namibian
Substitute Deon Hotto provided cross for Makgopa's tap-in goal
“Pirates didn't let up amidst an already healthy advantage and snatched a fourth when substitute Deon Hotto latched onto a cross-field to the left to cross for Makgopa for a tap in to complete his brace, sealing the big win and their spot in the group stages.”
Makgopa leads rampant Bucs to CAF Champions League group stagesThe Namibian
Deon Hotto did not feature in Saturday's match against African Stars
“However, the experienced winger did not feature in Saturday's encounter.”
Stars still have hope for second legThe Namibian
Footballer Deon Hotto is a finalist for the professional shining star award
“Footballers Deon Hotto and Peter Shalulile are the two finalists for the professional shining star award.”
Ballotti upset about boxers missing from awardsThe Namibian
Deon Hotto was playing a record 88th match for Namibia
“For Namibia there was not much to enthuse about. Ndisiro pulled off some fine saves early on, until the goal avalanche came, while Moses Shidolo and Deon Hotto, who was playing a record 88th match for Namibia, initiated some attacks in midfield, but there was little communication or chances created.”
Russia Runs RiotThe Namibian
Deon Hotto won record-equalling 87th cap for his country
“Deon Hotto, winning a record-equalling 87th cap for his country, in the thick of things, with his quick transitions and crosses.”
Brave Warriors suffer a setback in MoroniThe Namibian
Deon Hotto had shot cleared off the line by Comoros captain Abdel Akim in 80th minute
“With 10 minutes to go Namibia, missed a great chance to equalise when Hotto's shot in the box was cleared off the line by Comoros captain Abdel Akim, as Comoros held on for the win.”
Brave Warriors suffer a setback in MoroniThe Namibian
Deon Hotto will reach special milestone if selected to play in Afcon 2027 qualifier
“Brave Warriors midfielder Deon Hotto will reach a special milestone if selected to play in their Afcon 2027 qualifying match against Comoros at Moroni on Tuesday.”
Hotto to reach special milestoneThe Namibian
The 35-year-old Hotto has won 86 caps for his country
“The 35-year-old Hotto has won 86 caps for his country and just needs one more cap to join Denzil Haoseb who holds the record of 87 caps for Namibia.”
Hotto to reach special milestoneThe Namibian
Deon Hotto featured for Orlando Pirates in CAF Champions League preliminary-round tie
“Namibian international Deon Hotto featured for South African giants Orlando Pirates in their CAF Champions League preliminary-round tie against Mauritian side La Cure Waves.”
Seven Namibians abroad feature in CAF Champions LeagueThe Namibian
Deon Hotto scored the game's only goal in the 44th minute
“The 35-year-old scored the game's only goal in the 44th minute following a well-worked combination with new signing Ghampani Lungu.”
Hotto keeps Pirates’ MTN8 dream aliveOrlando Pirates defeated African Stars 4-0 in the CAF Champions League second preliminary round second-leg on Friday, advancing to the group stages. Evidence Makgopa scored in the victory for the South African champions.
23 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Orlando Pirates defeated African Stars 4-0 in the CAF Champions League second preliminary round second-leg on Friday, advancing to the group stages. Evidence Makgopa scored in the victory for the South African champions.
23 October 2026 · The Namibian →
African Stars lost 1-0 to Orlando Pirates in the CAF Champions League second preliminary round first leg on Saturday and must overturn the deficit in the return leg on 23 October in South Africa. Coach Gerald Güther expressed confidence the team can mount a comeback, citing their previous 2-0 second-leg victory over AS Mangasport despite losing the first leg 3-1.
19 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Deputy sport minister Dino Ballotti has questioned the absence of boxers from the 2026 Namibia Annual Sport Awards finalists, noting the nominees represent the best of Namibian sport "minus our boxers." Namibia Sports Commission chief administrator Freddy Mwiya also raised concerns that accomplished professional boxers were missing from nominations and called for greater accountability to ensure all eligible athletes have an opportunity for recognition.
16 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Brave Warriors suffered a 6-0 defeat to Russia at Yekaterinburg on Saturday, one of their heaviest losses in history. The Warriors held Russia at 1-0 at halftime but conceded five goals in the second half in a dominant Russian performance.
5 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia lost 1-0 to Comoros in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Moroni, with Bendjaloud Youssouf scoring the winning goal in the 53rd minute. The loss marked Namibia's first defeat in their group G qualifying campaign despite creating several scoring chances.
30 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Deon Hotto, Namibia's 35-year-old midfielder, will become the country's joint most capped player with 87 caps if selected for Tuesday's Afcon 2027 qualifier against Comoros, matching Denzil Haoseb's record after making his debut in 2013.
28 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Seven Namibian foreign-based players featured in the opening preliminary round of the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup, with several progressing to the next stage. Namibian international Deon Hotto featured for Orlando Pirates, who advanced to face Namibian champions African Stars in the next round.
15 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Deon Hotto scored the decisive goal in Orlando Pirates' 1-0 victory over Sekhukhune United in the first leg of the MTN8 semi-final, earning him Man of the Match and N$8,000. Pirates will host the second leg on 29 August with a place in the final at stake.
25 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Former SKW FC player of the year Marco van Wyk won multiple domestic competitions with Black Africa as a midfielder-striker but rarely played full matches for Namibia's national team, citing competition from players in South African professional leagues and timing as factors.
7 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian forward Deon Hotto won his first South African Premiership Soccer League title as Orlando Pirates defeated Orbit College FC 2-0 on the final day of the season, marking the club's first league championship in 14 years and ending Mamelodi Sundowns' eight-year winning streak.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Deon Hotto has progressed from playing first-division football in Swakopmund to becoming part of a team competing in South Africa's top-flight league, and his non-profit organisation plans to return benefits to the community, including a sports stadium in Swakopmund, offering a model of the kind of role model Namibia needs.
17 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian winger Deon Hotto is leading the South African Premier Division assist standings with eight, while playing as a left-back for Orlando Pirates. The 35-year-old has featured in 19 of the club's 24 league matches and has also scored one goal this season.
14 April 2026 · The Namibian →
As Namibia marks 36 years of independence, sports experts point to inadequate facilities, chronic underfunding and weak grassroots development as major obstacles despite some international achievements. They call for stronger government-private sector partnerships and structured talent pathways to convert Namibia's sporting participation into sustained international success.
20 March 2026 · New Era →
Namibian Premier Football League strikers are delivering goals at remarkable consistency this season, with Bernard Horaseb and Junior Petrus leading with seven joint goals each, while teenage sensation Jonas Michael (18) continues to impress despite self-doubt. The competition intensifies as Round 17 and 18 continue this weekend.
12 February 2026 · New Era →
According to a football analyst and sport activist, sport is Africa's most effective tool for creating wealth, uniting populations, and addressing social problems like poverty and tribalism. The writer calls for governments to prioritize investment in sport infrastructure and professionalization across the continent, noting early positive signs in Namibia including state security teams entering football and professional contracts being offered in cricket.
5 February 2026 · The Namibian →