The Namibia AFCON team has been drawn in Group E alongside Tunisia, Mali and South Africa. What do we expect from the brave warriors and other AFCON teams? Read this guide to find out.
Namibia – AFCON Team Details
The Namibia AFCON team qualified for the 2024 AFCON with 5 points from Group C during the AFCON qualifiers. This will be their fourth AFCON appearance.
The last three (1998, 2008 & 2019), they dropped out in the group stages and they will hope to make it to the knockout stage this time. This is particularly the hope of Petrus Shitembi, the team captain and Collins Benjamin the head coach of the Namibia team.
Namibia AFCON Betting Odds
Curious about the Namibia AFCON betting odds? In this section, we’ll dive into the latest odds and predictions for Namibia’s journey in the tournament.
Top Namibia AFCON 2024 Match
Namibia AFCON 2024 Squad
Most of the Namibia AFCON team players are not so popular because the majority of them are home-based. However, below are the names of the brave warriors who are ready to make their nation proud and make a name for themselves in AFCON 2024.
Namibia AFCON 2024 Predictions
As Namibia gears up for AFCON 2024, anticipation runs high, with fans eager to see how the team will perform against other AFCON teams.
Below, we explore the top predictions surrounding Namibia’s journey, from their defensive prowess to the emergence of new talents and their quest for the knockout rounds.
Strong Defensive Performances
Namibia is expected to showcase a resilient defence, relying on their disciplined backline and goalkeeper to frustrate opponents. The team lost only one of their 4 games in the qualifying rounds and remained unbeaten against Cameroon in both legs, winning one and drawing the other.
Emerging Talents to Shine
Watch out for young and emerging talents within the Namibian squad who could make a significant impact with their skills and energy. AFCON presents an opportunity for some of these young players such as Junior Petrus, Paulus Amutenya etc to show their worth and earn big moves to Europe.
Aiming for the Quarterfinals
Namibia’s aspiration to reach the quarterfinals is a plausible target, given their determination and improving squad.
The nation has never gone past the group stage in their last three AFCON appearances. The 2024 edition presents another opportunity to break the jinx.
Competitive Group Stage Battles
Expect exciting group stage matches as Namibia faces tough opponents, and they might pull off some surprising results. They will face Tunisia, South Africa and Mali and it’s not impossible that they can secure a slot in the 16th round from this group.
The Underdog Resilience
Namibia AFCON team is definitely not one of the favourites to win the AFCON.
But if you are looking for an underdog that’s capable of creating surprises, you might consider them. Namibia’s underdog status may work to their advantage, as they are expected to display remarkable resilience and determination throughout the tournament.
Where Can I Watch Matches of Namibia in Kenya?
In Kenya, you can watch Namibia’s AFCON matches through various operators that provide live streaming services. One such option is 1xBet, which offers live streaming for sports events, including AFCON matches.
To watch you must have an account created with the bookmaker, and deposit the minimum amount
History of the Namibia Team in AFCON
The Namibia team secured their way into the Africa Cup of Nations 2024 edition by defeating Cameroon in the second leg of their qualifier tie after they had picked a draw in their first leg tie. They also played a draw against Burundi in the first leg and lost the second leg.
Those five points were enough to book their spot as one of the final 24 teams. After the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier games, they have played five other games, three in the COSAFA cup and two international friendlies.
They drew four and lost one of these games, meaning they haven’t recorded a win in their last five games.
Namibia AFCON 2024 Teams FAQs
The current top scorer for Namibia is Peter Shalulile with 16 goals. The 29-year-old forward plays for South African Premier Division club Mamelodi Sundowns and the Namibia national team.
The Namibia team is drawn in Group E against South Africa, Mali and Tunisia.
Namibia’s chances of winning AFCON 2024 are considered relatively low, as they are traditionally not among the tournament’s favourites. However, they may have the potential to surprise and make a strong underdog run.
The Namibia head coach is Collins Benjamin.
