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References
- ↑ "Twelikondjela Amukoto". Futsal Namibia.
- ↑ "Shipanga names Gladiators for Women Championship". nfa.org.na. 2 October 2014.
- ↑ "Host Namibia unveil final squad". cafonline.com. 3 October 2014.
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