Golden Wolves, Epupa Zebra Stars promoted to Kunene Football League

Opuwo: Opuwo Third Division Football League champions Golden Wolves extended their dominance by delivering a thrilling performance in the Kunene Regional Second Division Football League over the weekend , securing an automatic promotion spot alongside Zebra Stars . This achievement comes after Golden Wolves were denied a promotional play - off opportunity last year due to alleged match - fixing incidents . Golden Wolves surged into the regional league after defeating Gariseb Pirates 2 - 0 in their final game . This victory also marked the downfall of Gariseb Pirates , ending the Khorixas outfit ' s remarkable three - decade stint in the top flight , a period filled with memorable moments . Gariseb Pirates were a crucial part of the league last season , but following their worst performance in history , they finished last in the standings . This forced them into promotion playoffs , where they failed miserably , and they will now play in Khorixas ' Third Division next season . Epupa Zebra Stars had the final s ay in their match against Outjo - based Pubs FC , who needed a draw to retain their league position . However , the visiting team from Opuwo came out strong , denying Pubs any chance of remaining in the league . The final game of round three saw Pubs score early on , but Zebra Stars responded with two goals , sending Pubs out of the league and securing their promotion . The final standings saw Golden Wolves finish first with six points , followed by Zebra Stars , also with six points . Pubs finished third with four points , while Gariseb Pirates earned just one point from the three games , ending up last . Other clubs that participated in the promotional playoffs included Six Computer Stars of Sesfontein , Kwaai Lappies of Outjo , Zebra , Springbok , and Grootberg from Sesfontein , Hotspring United from Epupa , Fontein Eleven of Khorixas , and Aweh United of Outjo . On Sunday , Kunene Football League administrator Bolla Nangombe confirmed the final results , stating that the promotional playoffs went smoothly and that all football regulations were adhered to Source: The Namibia News Agency