Namibia's national football team, the Brave Warriors, kick off their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against the Republic of Congo in Gaborone this afternoon. The match marks the beginning of their group stage journey.
Namibia is currently ranked 121st in the FIFA World Rankings, while Congo sits slightly higher. The two sides have met in competitive fixtures before, with recent encounters often decided by narrow margins.
The Brave Warriors will look to start strongly as they aim to qualify for the continental tournament. The match is scheduled to take place at the National Stadium in Gaborone, Botswana, due to Namibia's lack of FIFA-approved home venues.
Both teams will be eager to secure an early advantage in the group, with qualification for the expanded 2027 AFCON set to be fiercely contested.
