NPL giants face relegation

NPL giants face relegation This weekend is set to be a defining moment for two of Namibia's premier league giants, Blue Waters and Civics, who are hanging on for dear life in the MTC Namibia Premier League (NPL).

Blue Waters, who face a daunting task, have won the premier league on four occasions - in 1988, 1996, 2000 and 2004.

Civics have also been a formidable side in the past and won the league in 2005, 2006 and 2007.

Also in the mix of things in the relegation battle are Okahandja United and Young Brazilians FC.

Blue Waters are set to battle Okahandja United and Citizens FC in their quest to push for survival.

All these four clubs stand a chance of survival, provided they avoid dropping points.

Civics played one of their last two remaining matches last night against Tura Magic and were on 25 points before the clash.

Blue Waters play one of their last two matches tonight against Okahandja United, who are also seeking valuable points to survive.

The coastal side stands on 26 points and a win for them against Okahandja United will bring them to 29 points, which could ease the pressure and place them above Okahandja United and Young Brazilians FC.

Young Brazilians, who are 11th on the log, need at least three points from their last match of the season in order for them to have any chance of survival, provided that Civics, Okahandja United and Blue Waters fail to secure maximum points on the last day.

Okahandja United - on the other hand - go into their last match of the season having to beat Blue Waters.

The garden town team were in 12th position yesterday, with 28 points from 26 matches.

It is poised to be a weekend filled with plenty of action and drama, as clubs are eager to survive and play premier league football next season.

Orlando Pirates FC, who could play a part in Young Brazilians fate when they meet tomorrow, have already been relegated.

Young African have also been demoted after fielding a Zimbabwean player under a false name.

Jesse Jackson Kauraisa