NEFD title race escalates as relegation struggle intensifies

NAMPA

2025-05-09

RUNDU, 13 April 2025 - The battle for the top spot in the North East First Division Football League is intensifying, as all four leading teams are within striking distance of claiming the title. (Photo: Contributed)

OPUWO, 09 MAY (NAMPA) - As the North East First Division (NEFD) football league approaches its conclusion with just five games remaining, this weekend's spotlight will be on the fierce battle for the league title and looming relegation concerns.
Round 18 and 19 will take place on Saturday and Sunday, with matches scheduled for Eenhana, Rundu, Tsumeb, Shinyungwe and Nyangana.
NEFD League Administrator, Daniel Namwira, told Nampa on Friday the...

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