AS Maniema Union FC Begin Training Ahead of Windhoek Pre-Season Tournament

AS Maniema Union FC Begin Training Ahead of Windhoek Pre-Season Tournament. The Democratic Republic of Congo’s AS Maniema Union FC held their first training session at Ramblers Stadium in Windhoek, Namibia, as they prepare for the upcoming 4-Club Pre-Season Tournament set to take place on 23–24 August 2025 at the Independence Stadium.

The tournament brings together four top sides from across the continent, promising football fans two days of competitive action. Namibia’s African Stars FC will represent the host nation, joined by Lesotho’s Lioli FC, Angola’s Petro de Luanda, and Maniema Union from the DRC.

The tournament brings together four top sides from across the continent, promising football fans two days of competitive action. Namibia’s African Stars FC will represent the host nation, joined by Lesotho’s Lioli FC, Angola’s Petro de Luanda, and Maniema Union from the DRC.AS Maniema Union’s arrival in Namibia has generated excitement among local supporters, with their training session offering a glimpse of the high-tempo football the Congolese side is known for. Their participation highlights the growing importance of pre-season tournaments in fostering regional football ties and providing teams with a platform to test strategies ahead of their domestic campaigns.

AS Maniema Union’s arrival in Namibia has generated excitement among local supporters, with their training session offering a glimpse of the high-tempo football the Congolese side is known for. Their participation highlights the growing importance of pre-season tournaments in fostering regional football ties and providing teams with a platform to test strategies ahead of their domestic campaigns.

For Namibian businesses and entrepreneurs, the event presents opportunities to tap into increased activity around the stadium, from hospitality and food services to merchandise and transport. The influx of teams and supporters from different countries is expected to boost local engagement, making the tournament more than just a sporting occasion but also an economic opportunity.

Tickets for the tournament are priced at N$50 for a single-day pass and N$80 for a two-day pass, available at Model outlets. Organisers expect strong attendance as football remains one of Namibia’s most popular sports.