Also known as: Ligue 1 rivals Monaco
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The Namibian
… Vinicius, who excelled in Madrid’s 6-1 Champions League rout of Monaco in midweek, also came close with a rasping effort that sailed across Luiz Junior’s goal and wide. …
Mbappe double at Villarreal takes Real Madrid top of La LigaThe Namibian
… An emphatic 6-1 victory over Monaco on Tuesday in the Champions League helped brighten the gloom in the Spanish capital and earn new coach Alvaro Arbeloa a modicum of credit. …
Vinicius revival can help Arbeloa's Real Madrid lift offNew Era
… They deliver. *Albertus Aochamub is the Interim CEO of the Meat Corporation of Namibia and a former Namibian Ambassador to France, Spain, Portugal, Monaco and Italy. …
Opinion – Diplomacy, beef and Namibia’s global brandInformanté
… Albertus Aochamub is the Interim Chief Executive Officer of the Meat Corporation of Namibia and a former Namibian Ambassador to France, Spain, Portugal, Monaco and Italy. …
Diplomacy, Beef and Namibia’s Global BrandThe Namibian
… Madrid, seventh, host Monaco on Tuesday and if Arbeloa is to get the fans back on board with his side, anything other than progression in the Champions League is not an option. …
Champions League crunch time as pressure piles on Europe's eliteThe Namibian
… The world needs Africa, not as a digital afterthought, but as a co-architect of global tech governance. – Albertus Aochamub is Namibia’s ambassador to France, with concurrent accreditation to Monaco, Portugal, Spain, Italy and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultur …
Africa Must Shape the Global Digital Rules, Not Merely Absorb ThemThe Namibian
France’s sports minister has called for the “the strongest sanctions” to be taken against Mohamed Camara and Monaco after the midfielder covered up anti-homophobia messages on his shirt.All Ligue 1 clubs wore the campaign logo on their kits at the weekend, while the competition’s …
Malian soccer player criticised for covering anti-homophobia logosWorld record pole vaulter Armand Duplantis will headline the Diamond League season opener this weekend in Shanghai/Keqiao, joined by middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon, hurdler Karsten Warholm, sprinter Letsile Tebogo, and 100m hurdler Tobi Amusan. The 15-meet series will span four continents and 15 cities, culminating in the final in Brussels on September 4–5.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
World record pole vaulter Armand Duplantis will headline the Diamond League season opener this weekend in Shanghai/Keqiao, joined by middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon, hurdler Karsten Warholm, sprinter Letsile Tebogo, and 100m hurdler Tobi Amusan. The 15-meet series will span four continents and 15 cities, culminating in the final in Brussels on September 4–5.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Desire Doue scored twice as France beat Colombia 3-1 in a friendly in the United States on Sunday, with captain Kylian Mbappe limited to a late substitute appearance. The victory gave France a second win over South American opposition in four days as preparation for the World Cup.
30 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Real Madrid and Manchester City will face each other in the Champions League last 16 for the fifth season running, with Madrid hosting City at the Santiago Bernabéu in the first leg next month. Paris Saint-Germain, the reigning European champions, drew Chelsea, while other notable matchups include Arsenal facing Bayer Leverkusen and Newcastle playing Barcelona.
28 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Paris Saint-Germain came from two goals down to defeat Monaco 3-2 in the first leg of their Champions League knockout playoff, with Desire Doue scoring twice after replacing injured Ousmane Dembele to spark the turnaround that leaves PSG strong favourites heading into next week's return leg in Paris.
18 February 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that Namibia's red meat industry should be designated as a strategic sector under the proposed investment promotion and facilitation bill, positioning it as central to national development objectives including employment creation, value addition, and industrial transformation. The author contends that structured investment frameworks and performance agreements can unlock downstream value in processing and leather beneficiation while ensuring foreign capital complements domestic participation.
8 February 2026 · The Namibian →
In an opinion piece, Ambassador Albertus Aochamub argues that Namibia's proposed Investment Promotion and Facilitation Bill should designate the red meat industry as a strategic sector to unlock value addition, job creation and rural development. He contends that performance-based investment agreements and structured partnerships through Meatco can align foreign and domestic investment with national development objectives while strengthening investor confidence through regulatory clarity.
8 February 2026 · Informanté →
Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa and striker Kylian Mbappe both emphasize the need for consistency as the team prepares to face Valencia in La Liga, with Arbeloa stressing that hard work rather than magic is required to turn around recent inconsistent performances.
7 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Real Madrid and Benfica were drawn to face each other in the Champions League playoff round after Benfica beat Madrid 4-2 in their final league phase game on Wednesday. PSG will play domestic rivals Monaco, while Newcastle will face Azerbaijan's Qarabag.
31 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Real Madrid aim to seal direct passage to the Champions League last 16 against Benfica on Wednesday, where they face former coach Jose Mourinho, who coached Madrid between 2010 and 2013. Madrid's new coach Alvaro Arbeloa, a former Mourinho disciple and ex-Madrid defender, will take on his former mentor in what could be a chance for Mourinho to reassert dominance against a club that has not forgotten him.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Fifteen teams have already qualified for the Champions League knockout rounds, with seventeen more competing for remaining places in the final round of the league phase. Arsenal and Bayern Munich are assured of top-eight finishes, while PSG, Real Madrid, Liverpool and Tottenham are among the clubs battling to secure direct passage to the last 16 this week.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Kylian Mbappe scored a brace as Real Madrid defeated Villarreal 2-0 on Saturday, moving the club two points clear atop La Liga. The win marked Madrid's third consecutive victory under new coach Alvaro Arbeloa.
25 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Vinicius Junior's resurgent form, highlighted by a dominant display in Real Madrid's 6-1 Champions League win over Monaco, has lifted the team ahead of a crucial La Liga clash with Villarreal where victory could move them top of the table. Coach Alvaro Arbeloa has backed the Brazilian winger publicly, and Vinicius has credited the fans' support for his return to form after a lengthy scoring drought.
23 January 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that Namibia's red meat exports, supported by diplomatic engagement and regulatory compliance, function as a strategic tool for advancing national interests and building international credibility. The author contends that coordinated efforts between government, industry, and foreign missions are essential to compete in an increasingly scrutinized global food market shaped by sustainability and ethical sourcing concerns.
23 January 2026 · New Era →
An opinion piece argues that Namibian beef exports represent more than agricultural commerce—they embody the country's international credibility and reputation for quality and reliability. The author contends that effective diplomatic engagement is essential to maintaining market access, building trust with trading partners, and positioning Namibia competitively as global food systems increasingly prioritize sustainability and ethical sourcing.
23 January 2026 · Informanté →
Real Madrid, Liverpool, Inter Milan, and Barcelona are among Europe's major clubs facing crucial Champions League matches this week to secure direct qualification to the knockout phase or avoid additional playoff rounds. The top eight teams qualify directly for the last 16, while teams ranked ninth to 24th must play two-legged playoffs.
20 January 2026 · The Namibian →