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FNB Grootfontein

Participates in the Namibia Rugby Premier League, reaching the semi-finals in 2026.

2023-06-302026-10-06

What’s been said

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  1. September 2026
  2. The Namibian

    FNB Grootfontein clinched the final semi-final spot with 65 points

    Source

    “Grootfontein clinched the final semi-final spot with 65 points after winning 11 and losing five matches.”

    Semi-final battles loom large
  3. August 2026
  4. The Namibian

    FNB Grootfontein got walk-over win against FNB Rehoboth

    Source

    “There were also big wins for FNB Wanderers, who beat FNB Reho Falcon 90-7 and FNB Kudus, who beat FNB Dolphins 45-17, while FNB Grootfontein got a walk-over win against FNB Rehoboth, who withdrew from their match at Grootfontein.”

    Unam thump Suburbs to revive campaign
  5. July 2026
  6. The Namibian

    FNB Grootfontein are a point behind Wanderers on 44 points

    Source

    “Last weekend, Wanderers regained the lead after a 33-31 home win against Grootfontein to go top on 45 points, but Grootfontein are a point behind on 44, while United are third on 42 points.”

    Semi-final battle heats up
  7. The Namibian

    FNB Grootfontein narrowly beat FNB Wanderers 37-32 in their first round encounter

    Source

    “Grootfontein narrowly beat Wanderers 37-32 in their first round encounter at Grootfontein and tomorrow's match should once again be a close affair.”

    Huge encounters in store tomorrow
  8. The Namibian

    FNB Grootfontein leads the log on 37 points from eight matches

    Source

    “FNB Grootfontein lead the log on 37 points from eight matches, but FNB Wanderers and Montego United are only two points behind, while they both have a match in hand.”

    Three-horse race as second round begins
  9. The Namibian

    FNB Grootfontein currently lead the log on 32 points

    Source

    “FNB Grootfontein currently lead the log on 32 points, but FNB Wanderers (30) and Trustco United (29) follow closely behind, and with each having a game in hand on Grootfontein, the northerners' lead might not last long.”

    Rugby title race wide open
  10. June 2026
  11. The Namibian

    FNB Grootfontein returned to the top of the log after winning 41-36 against FNB Dolphins

    Source

    “FNB Grootfontein, meanwhile, returned to the top of the log after a 41-36 win against FNB Dolphins, while Trustco United remained in touch with the leaders with a 57-21 win against FNB Reho Falcon.”

    Kudus’ title defence back on track
  12. The Namibian

    FNB Grootfontein have won all five their matches to date

    Source

    “Grootfontein have had a great start to the league, winning all five their matches to date, and currently lead Wanderers by two points at the top of the log.”

    United, Grootfontein in crucial clash
  13. The Namibian

    FNB Grootfontein beat Unam 35-30, Wanderers 37-32, and FNB Kudus 24-19

    Source

    “In the process they beat Unam 35-30 and Wanderers 37-32, and last week also beat defending champions FNB Kudus 24-19 at home.”

    United, Grootfontein in crucial clash
  14. April 2026
  15. The Namibian

    FNB Grootfontein hosts FNB Wanderers in Namibia Rugby Premier League

    Source

    “FNB Grootfontein host FNB Wanderers”

    Namibia Sport Fixtures

Monday 28 September

  1. Kudus, Wanderers advance to rugby final rematch

    FNB Kudus and FNB Wanderers will meet in a repeat of last year's Namibia Rugby Premier League final after both won their semi-finals on Saturday. Defending champions Kudus beat Montego United 55-38, while Wanderers defeated FNB Grootfontein 60-27.

    28 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 25 September

  1. Rugby premier league semi-finals set for competing title contenders

    Four teams face off in Namibia's rugby premier league semi-finals tomorrow: FNB Wanderers, the league leaders on 85 points, play FNB Grootfontein, while defending champions FNB Kudus take on Montego United. The league campaign, which started five months ago, saw Wanderers finish on top after 15 wins and one loss, with Kudus and United finishing third and second respectively.

    25 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 21 August

  1. Kudus advance to semis as Western Suburbs withdraws financially

    Defending champions FNB Kudus have sealed their knockout-stage place in the Rugby Premier League after FNB Western Suburbs withdrew from their scheduled match in Walvis Bay due to severe financial difficulties.

    21 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 7 August

  1. Wanderers and Grootfontein face difficult matches in rugby league

    Log leaders FNB Wanderers and FNB Grootfontein face tough encounters in the Namibia Rugby Premier League this weekend as teams battle to reach the knockout stages. Wanderers, leading on 51 points, host FNB Unam, who sit fifth on 31 points and have won three straight matches but remain seven points behind fourth-placed FNB Kudus.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 3 August

  1. Unam defeats Suburbs 68-10 in rugby league match

    FNB Unam thumped FNB Western Suburbs 68-10 on Saturday to revive their chances of making the Namibia Rugby Premier League semi-finals, scoring 10 tries in a dominant display of attacking rugby.

    3 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 31 July

  1. Namibia Rugby Premier League semi-final race intensifies

    With FNB Wanderers, FNB Grootfontein, and Montego United likely to secure semi-final spots, the battle for the fourth place remains competitive between FNB Kudus, FNB Unam, and FNB Rehoboth. Wanderers lead the log on 45 points after a 33-31 win over Grootfontein last weekend.

    31 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 24 July

  1. Namibia Rugby Premier League round 10 features two title races

    The 10th round of the Namibia Rugby Premier League takes place this weekend with log leaders FNB Grootfontein travelling to face third-placed FNB Wanderers, and second-placed Montego United visiting fourth-placed defending champions FNB Kudus. Wanderers, seeking to avenge their sole defeat this season—a 37-32 loss to Grootfontein in round one—will have several players unavailable including Wiks Tromp and their scrumhalf Dominique Isaacs.

    24 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 17 July

  1. Three teams battle for lead in rugby premier league

    The second round of the Namibian Rugby Premier League commences with FNB Grootfontein leading the log on 37 points from eight matches, while FNB Wanderers and Montego United sit two points behind with a match in hand.

    17 July 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Three teams lead Namibian Rugby Premier League second round

    The Namibian Rugby Premier League's second round begins with FNB Grootfontein leading on 37 points from eight matches, while FNB Wanderers and Montego United sit two points behind with a match in hand. Defending champions FNB Kudus have a bye this weekend as the three-team title race tightens.

    17 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 3 July

  1. Trustco United faces FNB Western Suburbs in premier rugby

    Trustco United Rugby Club, currently third on the premier league standings with 29 points, will face FNB Western Suburbs at Suburbs Park in Windhoek on Saturday. United head coach Herman Lintvelt said his side respects their opponents despite the difference in league positions and acknowledged preparation challenges following a bye due to the Welwitschias' international fixture against Zambia.

    3 July 2026 · New Era →

  2. Namibia Rugby Premier League title race remains contested

    At the halfway stage, FNB Grootfontein lead the Namibia Rugby Premier League on 32 points, with FNB Wanderers (30) and Trustco United (29) close behind, each with a game in hand. Grootfontein face Reho Falcon this weekend, while Wanderers host defending champions FNB Kudus in the standout fixture.

    3 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 22 June

  1. FNB Kudus secure 41-27 away win against FNB Unam

    Defending champions FNB Kudus defeated FNB Unam 41-27 away on Saturday with two late tries to climb to fourth place on the log. FNB Grootfontein tops the standings after beating FNB Dolphins 41-36, while Trustco United remains in contention with a 57-21 victory over FNB Reho Falcon.

    22 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 12 June

  1. Grootfontein lead rugby premiership after winning five matches

    FNB Grootfontein face Trustco United in a key rugby premier league match, with Grootfontein unbeaten after five wins and leading the log by two points ahead of Wanderers. Grootfontein captain Wicus Jacobs says the team's success is surprising given they lack regular training and face long travelling distances.

    12 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 8 May

  1. Rugby Premier League resumes after death of former Unam captain

    The Namibian Rugby Premier League continues this weekend under a shadow following the death of former FNB Unam captain Graham April in a car accident last Friday. A minute's silence will be held at all matches, and a memorial service will be held at Unam Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

    8 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 24 April

  1. Namibia Senior Track & Field Championships headline weekend sports

    Athletics, rugby, football and tennis feature in weekend sporting action, with the Namibia Senior Track & Field Championships taking place at Windhoek's Independence Stadium on Friday and Saturday, the Namibia Rugby Premier League continuing with matches throughout Namibia, and the finals of the ITF J30 u18 tennis championships at the Central Tennis Courts.

    24 April 2026 · The Namibian →

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