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Julinho Athletic FC

Also known as: Julinho Athletic · Julinhho Athletic

Julinho Athletic — women's football club competing in Namibia's FNB Women's Super League, recently lost 3-2 to Windhoek City SC.

Sport

African Stars extend league lead with six-two victory

The News

African Stars moved to 45 points after thrashing Tigers 6-2, extending their lead atop the Namibia Premier Football League with a goal difference of +21. FC Ongos climbed from fourth to third place after winning 2-0 away to Life Fighters and drawing 0-0 with Mighty Gunners.

3 March 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 3 March

  1. African Stars extend league lead with six-two victory

    African Stars moved to 45 points after thrashing Tigers 6-2, extending their lead atop the Namibia Premier Football League with a goal difference of +21. FC Ongos climbed from fourth to third place after winning 2-0 away to Life Fighters and drawing 0-0 with Mighty Gunners.

    3 March 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 2 March

  1. Namibia Premier Football League: Eichab suspended after loss

    Khomas NamPol FC head coach Fortune Eichab has been suspended following his team's 1-0 defeat to Tigers FC, with the club alleging he deliberately gave away points—a charge Eichab disputes. The suspension is pending an investigation with no specified timeframe.

    2 March 2026 · New Era

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

Wednesday 18 February

  1. Rundu Chiefs coach seeks fan support amid poor form

    Rundu Chiefs head coach Marcelo Wakudumo called on supporters to rally behind the team rather than criticise, citing the psychological impact on players already under pressure. He credited mental preparation and new squad signings with the team's recent 1-0 victory over defending champions African Stars.

    18 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

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

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

Monday 9 February

  1. FNB Women's Super League rounds four and five conclude

    Rounds four and five of the FNB Women's Super League were played across three venues over the weekend, featuring several notable results: Unam Bokkies defeated Nust Babes FC 2-1 in a varsity derby, African Stars Queens won 3-0 against Desert Foxes FC, and log leaders NDF Mighty Gunners Ladies drew goalless with FC Ongos Ladies. Windhoek City SC also came from 2-0 down to beat Julinho Athletic 3-2.

    9 February 2026 · New Era

Friday 6 February

  1. 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

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