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Zimbabwe Clinches Rugby Africa Cup and 2027 World Cup Berth With 30-28 Win Over Namibia

The victory marks Zimbabwe’s first World Cup qualification since 1991, sending Namibia to pursue a last chance via the tournament’s repechage system.

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Overview

  • The final in Kampala concluded with Zimbabwe ending a 34-year World Cup drought after securing a 30-28 win over Namibia at Mandela National Stadium.
  • After a 16-16 halftime tie, second-half tries by Godfrey Muzanargwo and Brandon Mudzekenyedzi combined with Ian Prior’s perfect kicking to build a decisive lead.
  • Namibia responded with two late tries but missed a crucial penalty in the closing stages that would have forced extra time.
  • Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah confirmed Namibia’s place in the global repechage tournament for one final qualification opportunity.
  • Meanwhile, Uganda beat Cote d’Ivoire to avoid relegation and finish seventh, while Algeria and Senegal secured third and fifth places respectively.