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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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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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Messi Fires Argentina Past Brave Cape Verde to Reach Round of 16
Argentina have advanced to the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but not without an almighty scare from Cape Verde who suffered a 3-2 defeat in extra time to the holders at Miami Stadium on Friday. Lionel Messi scored his 7th goal…
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Portugal Beat Croatia 2-1 to Reach the Round of 16
Ramos’ late goal sends Portugal through to the Round of 16 after Martinez’s tactical change shifts momentum. Portugal advanced to the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Croatia at BMO Field in Toronto on Thursday. Gonçalo Ramos scored…
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Martinelli Strikes in Stoppage Time as Brazil Edge Japan 2-1 to Reach Round of 16
Brazil have advanced to the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 2-1 comeback victory over Japan in Houston on Monday extending their remarkable record of reaching the last 16 for an 11th consecutive tournament. The last time Brazil failed to…
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Canada Edge South Africa with Stoppage-Time Goal to Reach Round of 16
Canada have advanced to the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history, beating South Africa 1-0 in a tense Round of 32 match. Stephen Eustáquio scored deep into stoppage time to seal a dramatic victory, netting…
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South Africa and Morocco Advance to World Cup Round of 32
South Africa and Morocco have both secured their places in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with African football producing two impressive performances on Thursday. Thapelo Maseko’s 63rd-minute goal sent South Africa into the World Cup knockouts for the first time…
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Ronaldo Brace Fires Portugal to 5-0 Win over Uzbekistan
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal put on their best performance of the tournament, beating Uzbekistan 5-0 in their Group K clash at Houston Stadium today to move to the brink of the knockout rounds. Portugal made a perfect start when Ronaldo opened the scoring…
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Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record as Argentina Beat Austria 2-0
Lionel Messi has become the all-time leading scorer in men’s World Cup history, netting twice as Argentina beat Austria 2-0 in their Group J clash at Dallas Stadium on Monday, to advance to the Round of 32. Messi has scored both goals, bringing his career…
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East FAZ, South Korea to Partner in Football Development
A top South Korean football club, Hyundai FC, plans a partnered with the Football Association of Zambia to support the development of football in the country, starting with Eastern Province. Zambia’s Ambassador to South Korea, Andrew Banda announced the partnership during a joint press briefing…
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Fashion Sakala Extends Al Fayha Contract Until 2029
Zambia International Fashion Sakala has extended his contract with Saudi Arabian side Al Fayha until 2029. Sakala enjoyed an impressive 2025/26 campaign, making 29 appearances while contributing 13 goals and five assists. In May 2025, he became Al Fayha’s all-time leading goalscorer and top assist…
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Yamal Scores First World Cup Goal as Spain Beat Saudi Arabia 5-0
Spain have beaten Saudi Arabia 5-0 in their Group H clash at Atlanta Stadium on Sunday, finding their attacking rhythm at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Both sides had been held to draws in their opening matches Spain frustrated by Cape Verde and goalkeeper Vozinha…
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Curaçao Hold Ecuador to Goalless Draw
Curaçao secured a stunning goalless draw against Ecuador at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on Sunday, with goalkeeper Eloy Room producing a record-breaking performance to earn his country a historic World Cup point. The 37-year-old made 15 saves to set a new record for the…
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Renard’s Tunisia Eliminated after 4-0 Thrashing by Japan
Herve Renard’s first match in charge of Tunisia ended in elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as Japan thrashed the Eagles of Carthage 4-0 at Estadio Monterrey on Sunday. It marked a new era for Tunisia, with Renard taking charge of his first game…
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Dr Congo Hold Portugal to Historic World Cup Draw
DR Congo have held Portugal to a one-all draw in a historic Group K 2026 FIFA World Cup opener at NRG Stadium in Houston. Portugal drew first blood when João Neves headed home an outswinging cross from Pedro Neto in the sixth minute, giving Cristiano…
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Major Boost for Nkana Fc as FIFA Lifts Transfer Ban
FIFA has lifted the transfer ban imposed on Nkana FC, with the 13-time Zambian champions now cleared to register new players ahead of the 2026/27 season. The ban, which was imposed in 2024 due to a dispute involving Nigerian defender Kelvin Emmanuel Ugah, had prevented…
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Herve Renard Appointed as Tunisia Coach
2012 AFCON winning Coach Herve Renard has been appointed as Tunisia’s new head coach, following the dismissal of Sabri Lamouchi in the wake of a 5-1 World Cup thrashing at the hands of Sweden on Monday morning. The Tunisian Football Federation President Moez Nassari announced…
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Mbombo Among 5 Players to Exit Nkana as Contracts Expire
CONGOLESE striker Idris Mbombo has left Nkana Football Club after his contract expired, the Kitwe giants confirmed. Mbombo is among five players departing Nkana ahead of the new MTN Super League season. Defender Dieugo Apanane and midfielder Joe Wallace Banda have also left following the…
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2026 FIFA World Cup Set to Commence Today
The countdown is almost over as the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to kick off today, marking the start of the biggest edition of the tournament in football history. For the first time ever, 48 teams will compete across three host nations, the United…
