Staff Reporter
PRESIDENT Hage Geingob conveyed his gratitude for the successful conclusion of the ninth edition of the Dr. Hage Geingob Cup, held over the weekend at Windhoek’s Independence Stadium.
“As I reflect on this incredible weekend, I am filled with gratitude for the overwhelming support we have received. Once again, thank you to the fans, sponsors, performing artists, fellow Namibians and the Namibian Police for ensuring that the 9th edition was a truly memorable and unforgettable experience,” he said.
According to the president, the recently concluded Dr. Hage Geingob Cup wasn’t just incredible; it also showcased that unity and development are strengthened when Namibians hold hands and work together.
“I wish to express my heartfelt gratitude to all Namibians who joined us in the celebration of the 9th edition of the Hage Geingob Cup. I thank the incredible and passionate fans who turned out in their tens of thousands at the Independence Stadium to cheer and to watch the Namibian Legends battle it out against the South African Legends, including the main game in which Eeshoke Chula Chula FC beat AfricanStars FC in a high quality and entertaining game of football,” President Geingob said.
On this note, he once again extended his congratulations to Eeshoke Chula Chula FC, who won the Dr Hage Geingob Cup on Saturday afternoon.
“I should also thank Lucas Radebe and Doctor Khumalo for coming and brilliantly leading the South African Legends. All of us truly enjoyed the beautiful game of football as one family. The 9th edition of the Hage Geingob Cup showed that Namibians will rally behind their favourite football clubs and the national team when football is organized in an orderly, consistent and inclusive manner through the relevant structures,” the president said.
President Geingob also extended gratitude to the organizing committee and the event sponsors, highlighting their pivotal role in ensuring a significant turnout for the ninth edition of the Dr. Hage Geingob Cup.
“MTC, Bank Windhoek and Namibia Breweries, your unwavering support and commitment to the Hage Geingob Cup has made a lasting impact in our community and the sports fraternity by nurturing talent and providing a platform for Namibians to celebrate together. Your belief in strengthening the foundations of the Namibian House through sports make the Cup possible,” the president said.
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