Derby fever grips coast Soccer fans can look forward to a highly entertaining local derby between the two coastal giants Blue Waters and Eleven Arrows.As is always the case, sparks are expected to fly during the Coastal Charity mini-tournament organised by Namibian Premier League (NPL) soccer club Eleven Arrows in aid of participating players and clubs.
Blue Waters won the last encounter between the two at the Ambassador pre-season tournament in August.
Arrows, Blue Waters, Life Fighters from Otjiwarongo and Young Chiefs from Oshakati will compete at the event scheduled for 29 to 30 October in Kuisebmond.
The tournament will be contested on a round-robin basis, with the top two teams advancing to the final. Participating teams will each play three games. The final is scheduled for Sunday.
Arrows coach Lucky Shipanga, who set the initiative in motion and is organising the event on behalf of the club, says it''s vital that players remain active and that the fans are entertained in the absence of any premier league soccer action.
“The willingness and hunger to play soccer during this difficult moment speak volumes. Coastal fans love the game and it enjoys immense support.
“The tournament will showcase our commitment to the game and strengthen communication between the participating teams. We also want to boost the teams financially and the fitness levels of our players. I engaged companies for possible sponsorship and should this not materialise, the participating teams will share the gate takings.”
The action will start at 11:00 on Saturday. The entry fee is N$10 for children and N$20 for adults and vehicles.
OTIS FINCK