In brief
The Namibian squad, named by coach Collin Benjamin, blends seasoned internationals with rising talent, missing injured midfielder Petrus Shitembi. The team sits third in Group G, just behind host Cameroon with three points from two games. A Flashscore listing of additional players remains unverified.
Namibia announced a 22‑player roster for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Cameroon, as reported by Xinhua on Monday. Head coach Collin Benjamin said the selection mixes experienced internationals with emerging talent, hoping to give new players a chance to prove themselves.
The team will head to Douala, Cameroon, on November 12 for the first leg, and will return to host the opposition in Botswana on November 16, in accordance with the scheduled fixtures.
Benjamin highlighted the absence of attacking midfielder Petrus Shitembi, who sustained an injury while playing for his club. He also noted that veteran internationals Deon Hotto and Riaan Hanamub will bring stability and leadership to the side.
Namibia sits third in Group G of the qualifiers, just behind host nation Cameroon on three points from two matches. Comoros holds the second spot while Congo trails at the bottom of the table.
A separate listing from Flashscore shows additional player names—Ndisiro Kamajanda, Musipilli Sibeso, Ingo Barthromeus Kalonda, Eib Kennedy, Damaseb Sergio, Katua Ngero Kaanjuka and Kamberipa Ivan—but those names have not been confirmed by Namibian football authorities and remain unverified.
Benjamin’s remarks stress that the veterans will carry the team, while the younger squad members are expected to step up in the upcoming fixtures.
The preparation for the two‑leg tie against Cameroon is on schedule, with the squad travelling north to Douala in advance of the weekend clash, and returning to Botswana for the home fixture on November 16.
