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Nscz Calls for Constructive Dialogue at Zbf Agm
The National Sports Council of Zambia (NSCZ) has called on basketball stakeholders to abandon what it described as “armchair criticism” and instead use formal channels to address governance concerns. Speaking at the Zambia Basketball Federation (ZBF) Annual General Meeting (AGM), Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Sombwa…
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Power Dynamos extend Mutapa’s contract through 2029
POWER Dynamos have extended head coach Osward Mutapa’s contract through 2029 following a successful run that included back-to-back league titles. Mutapa has overseen one of the club’s most successful periods in recent history, leading Power to consecutive MTN Super League championships in the 2024-25 and…
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Zambia U18 hockey team misses Africa Cup over funding shortfall
The Zambia U18 men’s and women’s team has withdrawn from the 2026 U18 Youth Africa Cup hosted in Nairobi Kenya, after failing to raise adequate funds for the trip. In a statement, the Zambia Hockey Association (ZHA) said it had exhausted all available avenues to…
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Zambia Withdraws from U18 Hockey AFCON over Funding Shortfall
The Zambia Under-18 men’s and women’s hockey teams have withdrawn from the 2026 U18 Youth Africa Cup in Nairobi, Kenya, after failing to raise the funds required for the trip. The Zambia Hockey Association (ZHA) says it needed K590,148 to facilitate the participation of both…
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Makinka Appointed Kansanshi Dynamos Head Coach
Kansanshi Dynamos Football Club have appointed Denis Makinka as head coach on a 17-month contract running from 1 August 2026 to 31 December 2027, following the expiry of Mohamed Fathi’s contract on 31 May 2026. Makinka, who joined the Solwezi based club in November 2025…
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Spain, Argentina set for historic 2026 World Cup final in New York
686 Views The stage is set for a blockbuster finale, as defending champions Argentina will face 2010 winners Spain on Sunday, July 19 at MetLife Stadium, in the first ever World Cup final between the reigning Copa America and European champions. Kickoff is scheduled for…
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Messi Magic Sends Argentina to World Cup Final
Argentina have advanced to the World Cup final with a 2-1 comeback victory over England at Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta on July 15,Lionel Messi set up two late goals to send La Albiceleste through to face Spain in Sunday’s championship match. Anthony Gordon gave…
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Argentina stage dramatic comeback to beat England 2-1 and reach World Cup final
381 Views EAST RUTHERFORD, — Argentina’s defending champions once again showed why they are kings of late drama, coming from behind to beat England 2-1 on Tuesday and book a place in the 2026 World Cup final against Spain. Trailing 1-0 with five minutes to…
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Spain Reach World Cup Final after Defeating France 2-0
Spain have booked their place in the FIFA World Cup final for the first time since 2010 after defeating tournament favourites France 2-0. Mikel Oyarzabal opened the scoring from the penalty spot before right-back Pedro Porro doubled Spain’s advantage with a superbly worked finish, sending…
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Copper Queens Promised Outstanding Dues before Wafcon
Government has assured the Copper Queens that all outstanding payments and allowances will be settled before they begin their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign, to ensure the team heads to Morocco fully focused on its quest for a maiden continental title. Speaking…
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Copper Princesses Qualify for Their Third World Cup
Zambia’s Copper Princesses have secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup after holding Ethiopia to a 1-1 draw in the second leg of the final qualifying round in Addis Ababa. Carrying a 2-1 advantage from the first leg in Lusaka, the young…
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ZTA appeals for greater support to grow tennis
The Zambia Tennis Association (ZTA) has appealed to the government, corporate sector and tennis enthusiasts for increased support as it seeks to develop and expand the sport across the country. Speaking in a statement, ZTA General Secretary Joseph Siame Jnr said the association remains committed…
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Zanaco FC Announces Departure of Ladies Coach Florence Mwila After Five Years
ZANACO Football Club has announced the departure of Zanaco Ladies Head Coach Florence Mwila, bringing to a close what the club described as “an outstanding chapter” in the team’s history. In a statement issued by the club’s Media & Communications Department, Zanaco said Mwila had…
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FAZ Mourns Former Copper Queens Coach Bruce Mwape
THE Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has announced the death of former Copper Queens coach Bruce Mwape. He was 67. FAZ said Mwape died at Nchanga South Mine Hospital in Chingola after a short illness. FAZ President Keith Mweemba described the death as a “huge…
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Former Copper Queens Coach Bruce Mwape Dies at 67
Reports reaching Diamond Tv indicate that Former Copper Queens head coach Bruce Mwape has died at 67, following a short illness. Mwape transformed Zambia’s women’s football into a continental and global powerhouse during his tenure. He guided the Copper Queens to the FIFA Women’s World…
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Legendary African women football coach dies
848 ViewsFormer Copper Queens Coach Bruce Mwape is Remembered for Putting Zambia on the World Map *LUSAKA* — Zambian and African football is in mourning following the death of Bruce Mwape, the legendary coach who led the Copper Queens to unprecedented heights on the global…
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Morocco returns to the field against France carrying Africa’s hopes
1,128 Views The lights will be bright, the stakes even higher tonight, as Morocco’s Atlas Lions walk out again, and they are not alone. When Morocco faces France in this high-profile encounter, the team carries more than tactics and points on the line. They carry…
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Morocco carries Africa’s hopes into quarter-finals
670 Views ATLANTA — Egypt’s World Cup run ended on Tuesday at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium when Argentina edged them 3-2 in the Round of 16. With that result, the Pharaohs became the last African team to leave the 2026 tournament. Morocco are now the only…
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Lusaka triumphs at ZANACO U17 grassroots tournament.
The ZANACO U17 Grassroots Football Tournament has come to an end at Sunset Stadium in Lusaka, with teams from Zambia’s ten provinces battling for top honours in both the boys’ and girls’ categories. Lusaka Province were crowned champions of the boys’ competition after staging a…
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WORLD CUP UPDATE: Argentina comes from behind to beat Egypt 3-2
701 Views ATLANTA – Egypt has crashed out of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after losing to the defending champions Argentina by 3 goals to 2 in the round of 16. The Pharaohs took an early lead in the first half and then got a…
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KCM Powers Zambian Football Forward With Historic K10.8 Million FAZ Deal
534 Views Football fans across Zambia can’t stop cheering and talking about Konkola Copper Mines’s stunning commitment of K10.8 million annually to the Football Association of Zambia. Included in the agreement, Bettingtop10 Zambia has learned, is funding for women’s football, among other areas of the…
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It’s Messi vs Mo Salah as Argentina face Egypt
364 Views The 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 concludes today as defending champions Argentina take on Egypt at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with a quarterfinal spot on the line. The headline matchup pits two of the game’s biggest icons against each other, Lionel Messi and…
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Belgium knock hosts USA out of World Cup
334 Views The United States’ World Cup journey came to an end on July 6 after a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the Round of 16, making them the last of the three host nations to exit the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match was…
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Spain edge Portugal 1-0 with late Merino goal to reach 2026 WC quarter-finals
316 Views Spain are through to the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a dramatic 1-0 victory over Portugal on Monday, with Mikel Merino scoring a 90th minute winner to break Portuguese hearts. The last-16 tie in Miami was tense from the first…
