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Mighty Gunners FC

Also known as: Mighty Gunners · NDF Mighty Gunners Ladies FC · NDF Mighty Gunners FC

Mighty Gunners FC — football club appearing in Namibia Premier League and women's football coverage, competing in 2025/26 season.

Sport

African Stars reclaim league lead with pair of wins

The News

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 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

Monday 23 February

  1. African Stars beat Mighty Gunners to reignite title defence

    African Stars defeated Mighty Gunners 1-0 on Friday with Awilo Stephanus scoring a penalty, keeping their bid for a fourth successive league title alive despite playing with ten men for much of the match. Coach Agnus Elemu praised his team's character, while Stephanus said the squad has the strength to secure the title and make history with a fourth consecutive championship.

    23 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

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

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. 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

Thursday 5 February

  1. Sport investment key to Africa's development and unity

    According to a football analyst and sport activist, sport is Africa's most effective tool for creating wealth, uniting populations, and addressing social problems like poverty and tribalism. The writer calls for governments to prioritize investment in sport infrastructure and professionalization across the continent, noting early positive signs in Namibia including state security teams entering football and professional contracts being offered in cricket.

    5 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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