Team competing in the Namibia Rugby Premier League, withdrew from their scheduled match due to severe financial difficulties in 2026.
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The Namibian
FNB Western Suburbs withdrew from their scheduled match due to financial difficulties
“Suburbs withdrew from their scheduled match in Walvis Bay due to financial difficulties which gives Kudus a maximum six bonus points to strengthen their fourth place on the log.”
Kudus close in on semisNew Era
FNB Western Suburbs occupies ninth place on the standings in the premier league
“Western Suburbs, meanwhile, occupy ninth place on the standings.”
United targets crucial points against SuburbsThe Namibian
FNB Western Suburbs still have a remote chance of reaching the semis
“FNB Western Suburbs (13 points) still have a remote chance of reaching the semis and will be targetting maximum bonus points when they host Reho Falcon, as will FNB Rehoboth Rugby Club (11 points) who will host FNB Dolphins.”
All eyes on United v UnamThe Namibian
FNB Western Suburbs beat FNB Grootfontein 15-7
“FNB Western Suburbs also remained unbeaten after beating FNB Grootfontein 15-7 at Suburbs Park”
Wanderers, Kudus take the leadThe Namibian
Suburbs were deducted points for fielding ineligible players against Unam
“Suburbs meanwhile suffered a setback when they missed the player registration deadline and were deducted points for fielding ineligible players against Unam.”
Big encounters in store in Rugby Premier LeagueThe Namibian
FNB Western Suburbs host FNB Rehoboth
“In other matches FNB Western Suburbs host FNB Rehoboth, while Trustco United host FNB Grootfontein.”
Namibian weekend sport fixturesDefending 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →