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FC Ongos

Also known as: Ongos · Tura Magic

FC Ongos — Namibia Premier Football League club also competing in FNB Women Super League, finishing third in 2025/26 men's league.

Sport

Chula Chula docked three points; title race tightens

The News

Namibia's Premier Football League title race remains wide open with two-thirds of the season complete. Defending champions African Stars moved to the top on goal difference after Chula Chula were deducted three points for fielding an ineligible player, while the relegation battle intensifies with Life Fighters now bottom of the log.

27 February 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 27 February

  1. Chula Chula docked three points; title race tightens

    Namibia's Premier Football League title race remains wide open with two-thirds of the season complete. Defending champions African Stars moved to the top on goal difference after Chula Chula were deducted three points for fielding an ineligible player, while the relegation battle intensifies with Life Fighters now bottom of the log.

    27 February 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 24 February

  1. African Stars reclaim league lead with pair of wins

    Defending champions African Stars returned to the top of Namibia's Premier Football League after back-to-back wins over Mighty Gunners and Life Fighters, reaching 41 points level with Eeshoke Chula Chula but ahead on goal difference. The title race has tightened, with Stars and Chula Chula opening a seven-point gap on third-place Mighty Gunners.

    24 February 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 17 February

  1. Eeshoke Chula Chula takes Namibia Premier League lead

    Eeshoke Chula Chula climbed to first place in the Namibia Premier Football League with back-to-back wins over the weekend, moving to 37 points and overtaking defending champions African Stars. Head coach John Sikerete attributed the success to strong teamwork and the determination of young local players despite missing key injured squad members.

    17 February 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 16 February

  1. African Stars demands payment for broadcast rights

    African Stars chairman Salomo Hei says the club must be consulted and compensated for broadcasting its matches, arguing that clubs deserve fair value as the Namibia Premier Football League moves toward professionalism. The dispute follows an NFA announcement of a partnership with NBC and OneAfrica Television to broadcast league fixtures, with Stars subsequently demanding N$100,000 per game plus damages if their home matches are aired without payment.

    16 February 2026 · New Era

Friday 13 February

  1. African Stars lose coach mid-season but lead log

    Log-leading African Stars depart for Rundu this weekend without head coach Bob Mafoso, who accepted a two-year contract with the Lesotho Football Association without informing the Namibian club. Assistant coach Agnus Elemu and the technical team will take temporary charge, with Stars unlikely to appoint a new head coach before season's end given only seven weeks remain.

    13 February 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 12 February

  1. Golden Boot contenders showcase firepower in NPFL season

    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

Tuesday 10 February

  1. Apollo Hangero departs Khomas Nampol after 12 years

    Defender Apollo Hangero ended his 12-year stint with Khomas Nampol FC, citing work and family commitments after his deployment to the Omaheke region. The 32-year-old police officer, who helped the team rise from the second division to the NPFL and won three Police Championships, will continue playing for Omaheke Nampol in lower divisions.

    10 February 2026 · New Era

Friday 6 February

  1. League leaders Chula Chula face KK Palace in northern derby

    Namibia Premier League leaders Eeshoke Chula Chula will face defending champions' rivals KK Palace at Oshakati Stadium on Sunday, with Chula Chula sitting atop the standings with 30 points despite a major rebuild that initially aimed only at avoiding relegation. KK Palace coach Anderson Phiri expressed confidence based on recent head-to-head success, while Chula Chula coach John Sirekete acknowledged KK Palace as a strong opponent and called on supporters to back the team.

    6 February 2026 · New Era

  2. Analyst warns Okahandja United to improve before relegation

    Football analyst Hector Mawango has urged Okahandja United to strengthen their tactical and technical approach in remaining league matches, citing inconsistent form and particularly poor away performances that threaten their standing in the Namibia Premier Football League.

    6 February 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 3 February

  1. Life Fighters coach cites inexperience as promotion-hopefuls struggle

    Life Fighters, promoted back to the Namibia Premier Football League for the 2025/26 season, currently sit in the relegation zone with 13 points. Head coach Bricke Kaaronda blamed the team's lack of experience for their struggles, saying experienced opponents like FC Ongos have exploited this weakness, but expressed confidence the squad can climb the table.

    3 February 2026 · New Era

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