Shitembi Excluded as Namibia Unveils Final Squad for AFCON Qualifiers

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Windhoek:Brave Warriors head coach Collin Benjamin has announced his final 22-man squad for Namibia's upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) PAMOJA qualifying matches against Cameroon. Notably absent from the lineup is experienced midfielder Petrus Shitembi, who sustained an injury during a club match over the weekend.According to Namibia Press Agency, Shitembi's absence is a significant blow to the team as they prepare for the crucial encounters against the Indomitable Lions. The announcement precedes the FIFA international window scheduled for November 9 to 17, 2026.Namibia is set to face Cameroon in Douala on November 12, followed by a return fixture in Botswana on November 16. The initial 34-man provisional squad, announced two weeks ago, has been reduced to 22 players as preparations intensify.Despite Shitembi's absence, the squad includes several key players such as Deon Hotto, Riaan Hanamub, and Peter Shalulile. Their experience and international exposure are expected to be vital for Namibia 's success in the matches. Additionally, emerging talents like Rashid Noabeb, Johannes Shiyave, and goalkeeper Sibeso Musipili are anticipated to make a significant impact.The Brave Warriors aim to secure valuable points against Cameroon as part of their AFCON PAMOJA qualifying campaign. The final squad is comprised of goalkeepers Kamajanda Ndisiro, Sibeso Musipili, Barthromeus Ingo, defenders Sergio Damaseb, Kennedy Eib, Ngero Katua, Ivan Kamberipa, Tyrese Hikumembe, Riaan Hanamub, Sisqo Haraseb, Shitulapo Cosmos, midfielders Johannes Shiyave, Petrus Aprocius, Iimbondi Absalom, Doeseb Lawrence, Moses Shidolo, Wendell Rudath, Deon Hotto, Prins Tjiueza.