KK Palace — Namibian football club that reached the 2026 NFA Cup final, losing 2-1 to Unam FC.
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New Era
KK Palace lost to Unam FC 2-1 in the men's final
“Unam FC overcoming KK Palace 2-1 in the men's final.”
Unam FC, NDF Mighty Gunners Ladies crowned NFA Cup champsNew Era
KK Palace beat Eeshoke Chula Chula in their path to the final
“The captain reflected on KK Palace's difficult path to the final, which began with a hard-fought victory over Eeshoke Chula Chula and continued with a win over Date Eleven in the second round.”
NFA Cup glory, lucrative prize money at stake … captains’ ambitions lace up bootsThe Namibian
KK Palace is competing in its first NFA Cup final
New Era
KK Palace secured their place in the NFA Cup final after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over NDF Mighty Gunners
“KK Palace secured their place in the final after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over NDF Mighty Gunners.”
KK Palace, Unam set for thrilling showdownThe Namibian
KK Palace advanced to the NFA Cup final
“Unam and KK Palace will contest the NFA Cup final after both won close semifinal encounters on Saturday.”
Unam, KK Palace into NFA Cup finalThe Namibian
Julinho Alfons plays for KK Palace
“another premier league player, KK Palace defensive midfielder Julinho Alfons”
Oshana well-prepared for Nedbank Namibia Newspaper CupThe Namibian
KK Palace climbed to fifth with 32 points
“Mid-table sees KK Palace climb to fifth with 32 points following a 3-0 win over Rundu Chiefs and a draw with Julinho Athletic.”
African Stars strengthen grip as Ongos climb to thirdNew Era
KK Palace played a 0-0 draw with Eeshoke Chula Chula
“Eeshoke Chula Chula and King Kauluma (K.K.) Palace played a tense game on Sunday at Oshakati Stadium, which ended in a 0-0 draw.”
Chula Chula, KK Palace in goalless clashNew Era
KK Palace have dominated in the four games Anderson Phiri has been in charge
“It has always been KK Palace who dominated in the four games that I have been in charge.”
Northern derby: Chula Chula, KK Palace cross swordsThe Namibian
KK Palace is determined to maintain Ondangwa club's Debmarine Namibia Premier League status
“The Zambian mentor is determined to maintain the Ondangwa club's Debmarine Namibia Premier League status, following a torrid campaign back in the premier division 20 years after their previous relegation.”
KK Palace determined to retain topflight statusMoses Shidolo scored in his third consecutive Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League match as Scottland FC defeated Hunters FC 3-0, with the 28-year-old defensive midfielder opening the scoring and earning Player of the Match. Shidolo has recorded seven goal contributions this season and credited his form to hard work and his midfield partner Mthokozisi Msebe.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Moses Shidolo scored in his third consecutive Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League match as Scottland FC defeated Hunters FC 3-0, with the 28-year-old defensive midfielder opening the scoring and earning Player of the Match. Shidolo has recorded seven goal contributions this season and credited his form to hard work and his midfield partner Mthokozisi Msebe.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Unam FC has urged the Namibia Football Association to reconsider its choice of Eeshoke Chula Chula as Namibia's CAF Confederation Cup representative, arguing that their 2026 NFA Cup victory should entitle them to the spot. The NFA cited a scheduling conflict between the NFA Cup's conclusion and CAF's registration deadlines in making its selection.
2 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Unam FC defeated KK Palace 2-1 in the men's final and NDF Mighty Gunners Ladies beat Khomas Nampol 4-0 in the women's final at the Independence Stadium in Windhoek on Saturday, with Unam claiming the N$400,000 winners' prize.
29 June 2026 · New Era →
Unam secured their first piece of silverware when they defeated KK Palace 2-1 in the NFA Cup final on Saturday night, with an injury-time winner by Roberto Rugam. It was their first title since head coach Robert Nauseb joined them four years ago.
29 June 2026 · The Namibian →
KK Palace captain Ben Mfutila says his team is determined to win tomorrow's men's NFA Cup final against Unam FC at Independence Stadium in Windhoek, describing the encounter as a "do-or-die" affair with substantial cash prize at stake. Mfutila reflected on KK Palace's difficult cup run, which included victories over Eeshoke Chula Chula, Date Eleven (on penalties), Squad 7, and NDF Mighty Gunners in the semi-finals.
26 June 2026 · New Era →
Unam and KK Palace will play for the NFA Cup at Windhoek's Independence Stadium, with both teams seeking a first trophy. Unam reached the 2018 final but lost; KK Palace are in their first final.
26 June 2026 · The Namibian →
KK Palace defeated NDF Mighty Gunners 5-3 on penalties after a 0-0 draw, while Unam FC beat Okahandja United 1-0 in the semi-finals of the NFA Cup, setting up a final clash between the two sides for the trophy and winner's prize.
22 June 2026 · New Era →
Unam and KK Palace won close NFA Cup semifinals on Saturday. KK Palace defeated Mighty Gunners 5-3 on penalties after a goalless draw, while Unam beat Okahandja United with a goal from Eduardo Namib in the 15th minute.
22 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Cricket's T20 Tri-Nations series between Namibia, Nigeria and Hong Kong is taking place at the FNB Namibia Cricket Ground, while the Namibia rugby league continues countrywide and NFA Cup semifinals are held at Windhoek's Independence Stadium.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Standard Bank Top 8 Cup semi-finals take place in Outjo this weekend, with Eleven Arrows facing Mighty Gunners and FC Ongos meeting Unam FC. Defending champions African Stars and Eeshoke Chula Chula were eliminated in the quarter-final round.
8 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Premier Football League champions African Stars and runners-up Eeshoke Chula Chula both failed to advance from the Standard Bank Top 8 Cup in Swakopmund. Stars lost 2-4 to Eleven Arrows on penalties after a goalless draw, while Mighty Gunners defeated Eeshoke Chula Chula 1-0.
5 May 2026 · New Era →
The Standard Bank Top 8 Cup quarter-finals at Swakopmund saw defending champions African Stars fall to Eleven Arrows in a penalty shootout (0-0 draw, 4-2 loss), and fan favourites Eeshoke Chula Chula knocked out. Four teams advanced to the semi-finals, with Eleven Arrows set to face Mighty Gunners at Outjo.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Blue Waters FC will play Unam FC in a 2026 Standard Bank Top 8 Cup quarter-final on 2 or 3 May at Swakopmund, with the Walvis Bay club citing home advantage as motivation. Quarter-final draws also pit FC Ongos against KK Palace, African Stars against Eleven Arrows, and Mighty Gunners against Eeshoke Chula Chula.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
African Stars have been crowned champions of the 2025/2026 Namibia Premier League season for a fourth consecutive time, claiming N$850 000 in prize money. NFA acting secretary general Mabos Vries said the league's completion required N$10 million in government funding plus an additional N$7.5 million from the NFA to overcome logistical challenges including stadium unavailability.
22 April 2026 · New Era →
African Stars secured the 2025/26 Namibia Premier Football League title with 58 points and a 2-0 final-match victory over FC Ongos, finishing ahead of runners-up Eeshoke Chula Chula FC on 57 points. Young Brazilians FC returned to the Premier League after winning the Southern Stream First Division.
21 April 2026 · New Era →
African Stars and Eeshoke Chula Chula drew 0-0 in Round 27 of the Namibia Premier Football League, with Stars remaining first on 51 points and Chula Chula second on 50 points, one point apart with three games remaining in the season.
13 April 2026 · New Era →
Ronald Katjijere reflected on African Stars' 4-1 win over KK Palace at Independence Stadium, which puts the team one point clear at the top of the NPFL log. With two games remaining, Katjijere said his focus is on finishing strong before deciding his future.
13 April 2026 · New Era →
African Stars lead the Namibia Premier Football League table with 50 points ahead of Eeshoke Chula Chula on 49 points, with only four matches remaining. The two sides will meet at Oshakati Independence Stadium this weekend in a crucial encounter, with both teams confident they can secure the title.
10 April 2026 · New Era →
The NPFL returns this weekend with several key matches, including a closely contested title race between log leaders African Stars SC (50 points) and Eeshoke Chula Chula (49 points). Multiple fixtures across the country will see clubs competing to secure positions in the top eight before the season concludes.
9 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Oshana finished third last year and has selected a 20-man squad for the Nedbank Namibia Newspaper Cup, with coach Hafuto Natanael saying they are well-prepared to advance from their challenging group featuring Khomas and Erongo.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Simon Daniel, a 23-year-old winger for Unam FC, has progressed from informal settlement football in Okahandja to becoming a key attacking player in the Namibia Premier Football League, relying on pace and dribbling while continuing to develop his crossing and decision-making skills.
16 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Premier Football League title race is wide open after defending champions African Stars and second-placed Eeshoke Chula Chula both dropped points over the weekend, with Stars eventually returning to the top of the log after beating Okahandja United 3-1.
16 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's sport calendar is filled with Namibia Premier Football League matches nearing conclusion with crucial title and relegation battles, 50-over cricket semifinals and final, and matches in indoor hockey and volleyball across multiple venues throughout the country.
13 March 2026 · The Namibian →
With six matches remaining, Eeshoke Chula Chula, African Stars, and FC Ongos are separated by only four points at the top of the Namibia Premier Football League, with Chula leading on 47 points. Head coaches of the contending sides expressed determination to fight for the championship, with African Stars' Elemu Agnus emphasizing defence and clinical finishing, while Ongos' Ronnie Kanalelo said his team would focus on maintaining their approach without tactical distractions.
11 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Premier Football League's rounds 23 and 24 saw Tigers FC and Young African FC struggle in their battle against relegation, with Tigers drawing 0-0 against Okahandja and losing 0-1 to Buck Buccaneers, while Young African suffered a 5-1 defeat that coach Maleagi Ngarizemo called the worst in the club's 13-year history. Eeshoke Chula Chula moved to the top of the log with 47 points, ahead of African Stars on 46 points, as Tigers remain in the relegation zone with 20 points from six matches remaining in the season.
10 March 2026 · New Era →
African Stars Football Club extended their lead in the Namibia Premier Football League standings to 45 points after a 6-2 victory over Tigers FC on Sunday at Unam stadium. Young African FC's coach Maleagi Ngarizemo said his team was satisfied with collecting four points from weekend matches against the reigning champions and Khomas Nampol FC.
3 March 2026 · New Era →
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 →
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 →
Blue Waters Sport Club has relieved head coach Uerikondjera 'Mammie' Kasaona and assistant coach Steven Damaseb, replacing them with former striker Armando Pedro until the end of the football season. Kasaona, who had helped the club avoid relegation, acknowledged the results-based nature of coaching appointments.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →