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Chipolopolo to Face Algeria in AFCON 2027 Qualifier

The Chipolopolo Boys will face Algeria in their first AFCON 2027 Qualifier...

By Robert Mwanza

The Chipolopolo Boys will face Algeria in their first AFCON 2027 Qualifier on September 25th, 2026, in Algeria.

Football Association of Zambia-FAZ- Communications Manager SYDNEY MUNGALA says the team will then face Togo on September 29th, 2026 for their second AFCON 2027 Qualifier.

MUNGALA says preparations for the two matches will begin with the local training camp on September 16th, 2026.

He says the Chipolopolo will then commence official training on September 21st, ahead of their departure for Algeria.

MUNGUALA says Coach GEORGE LWANDAMINA and his technical staff will use the training period to assess the players and work on the team’s tactical approach ahead of the two matches.

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