Yanga SC will not participate in the special pre-season tournament featuring four league champions from different countries.
African Stars, the Namibian champions and hosts of the tournament, have confirmed that Yanga has withdrawn and will be replaced by AS Maniema Union from DR Congo.
"African Stars FC would like to inform our fans and stakeholders that Young Africans FC from Tanzania has withdrawn from the Pre-Season Tournament scheduled to take place in Windhoek from August 22 to 24, 2025."
"We are delighted to welcome AS Maniema Union from the Democratic Republic of Congo as their replacement. Join us in giving them a warm Namibian welcome and supporting great football," read the statement from African Stars.
Scheduling conflicts are said to be the main reason why Yanga will not participate in the tournament, which will feature African Stars, Petro Atletico, and Lioli from Lesotho.
On August 15, Yanga will travel to Rwanda to face Rayon Sports in a special match as part of Rayon Sports Day.
After that match, Yanga will proceed with its pre-season schedule.
