Shalulile Hat-Trick Fires Namibia Past São Tomé in World Cup Qualifier

Shalulile Hat-Trick Fires Namibia Past São Tomé in World Cup Qualifier. Namibia secured a convincing 3-0 win over São Tomé and Príncipe in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match on Monday, with striker Peter Shalulile delivering a standout performance by scoring all three goals

The match, held at the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium in Botswana, saw the Namibian captain showcase his striking prowess, ensuring the Brave Warriors collected three crucial points in their qualification campaign. Shalulile’s hat-trick highlighted both his finishing ability and leadership on the field, underlining his status as one of Namibia’s most reliable forwards.

The opening goal came early as Shalulile capitalised on an opportunity inside the box, giving Namibia control of the game. He doubled the lead shortly after with a composed finish, and later completed his hat-trick to seal the victory, leaving São Tomé with little chance of a comeback.

Adding to the day’s significance was the debut of Elias Hambongo, who made his first senior appearance for Namibia. His introduction marks a step forward in the team’s continued effort to integrate emerging talent into the national setup.

The Brave Warriors’ disciplined performance and clinical finishing were key in securing the result. The victory keeps Namibia’s qualification hopes alive as they look ahead to upcoming fixtures in the campaign.