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Chipolopolo, the Super League, and Zambians abroad.
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Zambian Soccer Players Never Learn – Lameck Banda’s No Show at Leece.
3,359 ViewsThe adage, “wise people learn from other people’s mistake while fools wait for their own mistakes” is correctly attributed to many Zambian players, Lameck Banda inclusive. Social media reports alluding to the winger’s no show at Italian Seria A side US Leece’s pre-season training…
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‘We have a plan for Nigeria,’ says Hauptle ahead of WAFCON clash
ZAMBIA coach Nora Hauptle says the Copper Queens have a plan to beat defending champions Nigeria when the two sides meet today in a Group C match at the Women Africa Cup of Nations. Both teams are chasing a win for different reasons. Zambia opened…
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Zidane Appointed France Head Coach
Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has been appointed head coach of the France national team, succeeding Didier Deschamps. Zidane takes over after Deschamps ended his 14-year reign following France’s semi-final exit to Spain at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 54-year-old has been out…
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Bodybuilding Mourns Katongo
The Zambian bodybuilding fraternity is mourning the death of Tryton Fitness proprietor and gym equipment supplier Darlington Katongo, who died on Tuesday. Katongo reportedly collapsed days after competing in the Mr Kanyama Bodybuilding Competition on Saturday. In a statement, the bodybuilding community has described his…
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Chris Kaunda Appointed Zambia U17 Boys Coach
The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has appointed Chris Kaunda as head coach of the Zambia Under-17 boys’ national team ahead of the upcoming COSAFA Under-17 Championship. Dennis Makinka has been named assistant coach, with Dabwitso Nkhoma serving as second assistant, Collins Mbesuma as strikers…
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FAZ Reveals U17 technical bench.
The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has appointed veteran coach Chris Kaunda as under-17 Men’s National Team coach. kaunda Will be deputised by Denise Makinka while Dabwitso Nkhoma, Collins Mbesuma and Joshua Titima have been appointed as the second assistant,striker and goalkeeper coaches respectively. Speaking…
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Copper Queens thrash Egypt 6-0 to reach WAFCON quarter-finals as Barbra Banda nets brace
2,985 Views RABAT, MOROCCO – Zambia’s Copper Queens produced a dominant display on Tuesday evening, thrashing Egypt 6-0 in their final Group C match of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) to book their place in the quarter-finals. Captain Barbra Banda starred for…
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Zambia’s Copper Queens rout Egypt 6-0 in WAFCON opener
ZAMBIA made a statement in their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations opener, cruising to a 6-0 win over Egypt in Group C on Tuesday. Barbra Banda led the way with four goals, becoming Zambia’s all-time leading scorer in WAFCON history. Veteran Rachael Nachula, 40, also…
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Flying Fish extols FIFA World Cup final experience
FLYING Fish says the FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina provided the perfect platform to bring football lovers together through music, fashion and entertainment, reflecting the brand’s vibrant identity. Spain were crowned 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after edging defending…
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Eam Zambia boxers advance with 3 victories in Glasgow Games
Team Zambia’s boxing team continued its impressive run at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games with three impressive victories on Sunday. Catherine Mwape, Mwengo Mwale and Emmanuel Katema all advanced to the next stage of their respective weight categories. Making her Commonwealth Games…
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Copper Queens won’t underestimate Egypt, says Häuptle
ZAMBIA coach Nora Häuptle says the Copper Queens will not take Egypt lightly when the two sides meet in their opening Group C match at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday. Despite Zambia entering the match as favourites, Häuptle said her side is…
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Copper Queens Camp Day 2 Training Ahead of WAFCON Qualifiers
1,144 ViewsLUSAKA — The Copper Queens held their first training session on Sunday as preparations ramp up for Tuesday’s 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations group stage match against Egypt. The team trained at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, Lydex-Terrain 2, where the technical bench used…
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Cas Set to Rule on Senegal’s Controversial AFCON Title Stripping
The Court of Arbitration for Sport will hear Senegal’s appeal on October 8, offering the nation a final chance to reclaim the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title stripped by CAF. Senegal’s Football Federation has challenged the Confederation of African Football’s March ruling that forced…
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Copper Queens depart for WAFCON in Morocco
1,539 ViewsThe Zambia Women’s National Team has left Algeria for Morocco to begin final preparations for the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations. The Copper Queens flew out of Algiers at 20h50 local time and are due to land in Rabat at 22h20. They will…
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Daka Completes Move to Hsv on Free Transfer from Leicester
Hamburger SV has announced the signing of striker Patson Daka from Leicester City on a free transfer, marking the club’s first success in their striker search this summer. The 27 year old Zambian international has completed a medical examination in Hamburg and joined the club’s…
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creation.Copper Queens wind up Algeria camp with friendly
ZAMBIA’S Copper Queens return to the pitch for the second warm up match for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco next week with a full strength squad against hosts Algeria which effectively winds up the 10-day camp in the…
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Six nations secure places at 2030 FIFA World Cup
1,954 Views Six countries have already secured qualification for the 2030 FIFA World Cup after FIFA confirmed the unusual hosting format for the tournament. The 2030 World Cup will be played across six nations and three continents as part of celebrations to mark 100 years…
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Banda: Zambia must ‘pull up our socks’ to win WAFCON
COPPER Queens captain Barbra Banda says Zambia must raise its level if it hopes to win the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, which kicks off next week. Zambia is scheduled to play Algeria in its final preparatory match before the tournament. The teams drew 1-1…
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Patson Daka signs with Hamburger SV after Leicester exit
ZAMBIA international striker Patson Daka has joined Bundesliga club Hamburger SV on a free transfer, weeks after his contract with Leicester City expired. Daka, 27, spent five seasons at Leicester. The club and player opted not to renew the deal when it expired in June…
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Lameck Banda in trouble at Lecce over late return
CHIPOLOPOLO winger Lameck Banda is facing possible disciplinary action from Italian Serie A side Lecce after allegedly failing to return to Italy in time for the start of the club’s pre-season preparations. In a statement, Lecce said it was investigating the circumstances surrounding Banda’s delayed…
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Barts Fc Hands Division One Slot to Armour’s Fc
Barts Football Club has announced that it has given its Men’s Division One position to Armour’s FC, citing the need to focus on its other football programmes. Club president Bart Barker says the decision was made after considering the club’s commitments, including Barts Queens’ participation…
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Spain Crowned World Champions after Edging Argentina
Spain are the 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 in the final, securing their second World Cup title and their first since lifting the trophy in 2010. The victory ended Argentina’s hopes of winning a fourth World Cup crown as…
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Spain crowned World Champions after hard fought 1-0 win over Argentina in New York
1,495 Views Spain are the Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) 2026 World Cup champions after defeating Agentina by 1 goal to nil. The win came after a thrilling and hard-fought battle, and one decisive goal was enough to secure glory for La Roja. Substitute…
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Mbappé Becomes FIFA World Cup’s All Time Leading Goalscorer
France captain Kylian Mbappé has become the FIFA World Cup’s all-time leading goalscorer after scoring twice in France’s 6-4 defeat to England in the third-place playoff. Despite Mbappé’s record-breaking performance, England secured the victory to finish third at the tournament. Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick…
