Former Chipolopolo captains reunited in Kalampa dugout

Former Chipolopolo Boys team members Christopher Katongo and Elijah Tana have reunited on the Nkana touchline. At the 2006 Africa Cup in Egypt,...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Jan 15, 2025

Kaizer Chiefs to replace Burundian with a Zambian player?

Who would have guessed? A Kaizer Chiefs player may be leaving the club this month after joining just six months ago from TS Galaxy.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Jan 11, 2025

Zambia 🇿🇲: FAZ unveils K12 million irizar i6s bus thanks to FIFA funding 

The bus, funded under FIFA's Forward Development Programme at $428,187.32 (about K11,991,332), is designed to provide the national teams with...
DAILY NEWS Jan 10, 2025

I Know what we need to do as a team; Nora Häuptle

Copper Queens new boss Nora Häuptle says she knows what needs to be done by the Zambia Women’s National Team, the Copper Queens as a team.  In an...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Jan 10, 2025

Kaizer Chiefs Denies Super Eagles Goalkeeper Nwabali His Dream Move, Opt For Zambian Shot Stopper

The chances of the first choice goalkeeper of the senior national team of Nigeria joining Kaizer Chiefs from fellow PSL side Chippa United before...
OWNGOALNIGERIA.COM Jan 9, 2025

Kaizer Chiefs go to Zambia in search for new goalkeeper!

Having signed a new goalkeeper in the previous window, Kaizer Chiefs are believed to have gone into the continent to bring another one in!
THE SOUTH AFRICAN Jan 7, 2025

Zambia Women coach accused of sexual misconduct is moved aside

Bruce Mwape denies touching chest of official and player He will take ‘advisory role' with Zambia's junior teams The Zambia coach accused of...
THE GUARDIAN Jan 7, 2025

Häuptle gets WAFCON task

By SHAMAOMA MUSONDA – THE Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) says an improved performance at the forthcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations...
TIMES.CO.ZM Jan 7, 2025

Transfer Rumours; Red Arrows eye Francis Mwansa 

Reigning Zambian Premier League champions Red Arrows are eyeing a move for goalkeeper Francis Mwansa — one of the club's targets, reports Zambian...
DAILY NEWS Jan 5, 2025

OFFICIAL: Zambia appoint Häuptle after surprise Ghana exit

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has announced Nora Hauptle as Copper Queens' new head coach on a three-year deal.
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Jan 5, 2025

FAZ appoints Hauptle as new Copper Queens Coach

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has confirmed the appointment of Swiss national Nora Hauptle as Copper Queens coach on a three year deal. ...
SOKA25EAST.COM Jan 4, 2025

Zambiia appoints new Coach

6 ViewsZambiia has appointed a new Coach for the Women Soccer team. The country’s Football Association has announced the development in a statement...
ZAMBIAN EYE Jan 4, 2025

KINGS KANGWA SHINES AGAIN: SIXTH GOAL OF THE SEASON AGAINST MACCABI TEL AVIV

KINGS KANGWA SHINES AGAIN: SIXTH GOAL OF THE SEASON AGAINST MACCABI TEL AVIV IN-Form Chipolopolo midfielder Kings Kangwa has once again made...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Jan 3, 2025

HOW DONCHI KUBEBA INSPIRED THE CHIPOLOPOLO TO AFCON VICTORY

HOW DONCHI KUBEBA INSPIRED THE CHIPOLOPOLO TO AFCON VICTORY Written by; Puncherello Chama Dandy Crazy was a legend of Zambian music, with numerous...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Jan 3, 2025

PATSON DAKA DENOUNCED FOR 21-TOUCH PERFORMANCE

DAKA DENOUNCED FOR 21-TOUCH PERFORMANCE PATSON Daka has come under some scrutiny from a section of the Leicestershire media following his modest...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Jan 2, 2025

NATIONAL SOCCER TEAM PLAYER, EMMANUEL MUSONDA DIES

NATIONAL SOCCER TEAM PLAYER, EMMANUEL MUSONDA DIESKamanga Visits Funeral House of Former Zambia Legend Emmy Musonda Football Association of Zambia...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Jan 2, 2025

2024 a year for Women’s Football 

2025 promises a lot of action for Women’s Football with the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, The African U-17 Women’s World Cup qualification, The...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Jan 1, 2025

Kaizer Chiefs forward Ranga Chivaviro told he 'should fix his attitude' as Nasreddine Nabi searches for a solution to fix Soweto giants' problem

The Soweto giants have been struggling for a reliable forward and the former Zambia international striker has some words to share.
GOAL.COM Dec 27, 2024

Grant salutes Barbra Banda for multiplr awards

Chipolopolo coach Avram Grant has congratulated newly crowned CAF Women's Footballer of the Year Barbra describing her as a once in a lifetime...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Dec 27, 2024

National teams to go for international camp-FAZ

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) says all the national teams that have qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations tournaments will have...
ZNBC.CO.ZM Dec 26, 2024

FAZ to pay CAF $10,000 for crowd trouble

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has sanctioned the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) for breach of security standards and also pitch...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Dec 26, 2024

GREAT KALU TO RUN FOR FAZ PRESIDENT

GREAT KALU TO RUN FOR FAZ PRESIDENT Celebrated 2012 Africa Cup of Nations winning FAZ president Kalusha Bwalya has announced he will contest the...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Dec 26, 2024

“He was the Man for the Job”: Soccer Fans Express Dismay as Prophet Walter Magaya is Eliminated from ZIFA Presidential Race

The elimination of Prophet Walter Magaya from the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) Presidential Elections race has left many of his fans...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Dec 26, 2024

Pitch invasion cost FAZ half a million

ZAMBIA has been handed a fine amounting to over K500, 000 following a pitch invasion by fans during Chipolopolo’s Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON)...
MWEBANTU.COM Dec 26, 2024

ZAMBIA PLACED IN POT 3 AHEAD OF 2025 AFCON DRAWS

ZAMBIA PLACED IN POT 3 AHEAD OF 2025 AFCON DRAWS! THE road to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) continues as Zambia finds itself in Pot 3 for...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Dec 19, 2024

Barbra Banda Makes History as 2024 CAF Women's Player of the Year

Zambia Women's National team captain Barbra Banda has become the first Zambian to win the CAF Women’s Player of the Year Award. Banda beat fierce...
DAILY NEWS Dec 16, 2024

Handball: Kali Legacy are the 2024 League A Top Two Champions

By Prince Chiyuni Kali Legacy men’s handball team are the 2024 League A Top Two Champions, after beating the much-fancied OYDC Handball team in a...
ZNBC.CO.ZM Dec 16, 2024

Zambia Qualify for CHAN after Mozambique’s Withdrawal

  The Chipolopolo Boys have secured automatic qualification for the African Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament following Mozambique’s...
ZNBC.CO.ZM Dec 15, 2024

Klings Kangwa on target again 

Chipolopolo midfielder Klings Kangwa was on target again in Israel continuing his fine run of form.  Kangwa scored a goal and assisted another as...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Dec 15, 2024

We have to focus on each game – Patson Daka 

Chipolopolo forward Patson Daka says Leicester City will have to take each game as it comes in this season’s English Premier League.  Daka believes...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Dec 14, 2024

Super Falcons end 2024 No 1 in Africa

The Super Falcons have ended 2024 as the top team in Africa. According to the latest FIFA rankings released today, the nine-time African champions...
SCORENIGERIA.COM.NG Dec 13, 2024

Zambia on bye for round one of WAFCON qualifiers

THE Zambia Women’s National Team has been exempted from participating in the first round of the Morocco 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON)...
DIGGERS.NEWS Dec 13, 2024

Copper Queens on bye….to face Eswatini or Namibia in second round of 2026 WAFCON Qualifiers 

The Zambia Women's National Team have been put on bye and will only enter the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Morocco 2026 qualifiers in the...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Dec 13, 2024

Kaizer Chiefs coach fails to lead Amajimbos to junior Afcon qualification after loss to Zambia, criticizes VAR decisions: 'Maybe it needs review, we played 65 minutes in the first half.'

Coach Vela Khumalo believes VAR requires improvement and disrupted the match's momentum but remains proud of his team's efforts.
GOAL.COM Dec 12, 2024

Kamanga salutes U17 Boys team for AFCON qualification

By Mwamba Makonde Football Association of Zambia -FAZ- President, ANDREW KAMANGA has commended the Under-17 boy’s National Team for qualifying to...
ZNBC.CO.ZM Dec 12, 2024

Africa: Angola, Zambia Qualify for TotalEnergies CAF Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations

[CAF] Angola and Zambia have sealed their places at the TotalEnergies CAF Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations Cote d'Ivoire 2025 finals after they came...
ALLAFRICA.COM Dec 12, 2024

Kangwa on target in Israel and gets first half of the season player nomination

Chipolopolo midfielder Klings Kangwa scored his fourth goal of the season on Monday evening as Hapoel Be’er Sheva beat Beitar Jerusalem 4-1 to open...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Dec 10, 2024

Rangers fans’ favourite ‘deeply humbled’ as he wins coveted Man of the Year award

HE made a big impact at Rangers with his infections personality and blistering pace. Now, this former Ibrox fans’ favourite has been recognised...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Dec 10, 2024

Young Warriors storm into Afcon qualifier semis

Zimpapers Sports Hub ZIMBABWE’S Young Warriors squeezed into the semi-finals of the TotalEnergies Caf Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations Cosafa...
CHRONICLE.CO.ZW Dec 9, 2024

Young Warriors through to semifinals of Afcon U17 COSAFA Qualifier

Zimbabwe are through to the semifinals of the Afcon U17 COSAFA Qualifier after finishing as the best second-placed team in the group stages. The...
SOCCER24.CO.ZW Dec 9, 2024

FAZ anxious!

By GODFREY DUBE – THE Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has expressed concern over the security situation in Mozambique ahead of the...
TIMES.CO.ZM Dec 9, 2024

Zimbabwe/Zambia: Zambia Beat Old Foes Zimbabwe in CAF Under-17 Qualifier

[Cosafa] Zambia took a big step towards the semifinals of the TotalEnergies CAF Under 17 Africa Cup of Nations | COSAFA Qualifier when they beat...
ALLAFRICA.COM Dec 9, 2024

Junior Chipolopolo through to the semi finals

The Junior Chipolopolo hit 5 past the young Warriors with Salim Abel Nyirongo scoring a hatrick to storm the semi finals of the Cosafa U17 Cup....
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Dec 7, 2024

Wada summons 28 players for Chan Camp

The all-local assemblage of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) squad preparations, will roll into week two with Coach Wedson Nyirenda naming...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Dec 6, 2024

South Africa 🇿🇦: Junior Chipolopolo demolish Namibia

Zambia Under-17 thrashed Namibia 8-0 in the Cosafa U17 Cup. Mapalo Simute scored his first goal in thefirst minute with Robert Banda involved in...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Dec 5, 2024

U17 Chipolopolo face Namibia

By Jack Ng’uni Zambia begins its title defense of the COSAFA U-17 Mens’ Championship this afternoon against Namibia. The match kicks off at 15:00...
ZNBC.CO.ZM Dec 5, 2024

Zim national team receive US$6,500 each from Mnangagwa for AFCON qualification

The Zimbabwe senior men’s national team received cash bonuses of US$6500 each on Tuesday following their visit to State House as part of...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Dec 4, 2024

Jose Mourinho has praised David Okereke for scoring against all the three teams that he has managed

Fenerbahce coach, Jose Mourinho has praised Super Eagles forward David Okereke for scoring against all the three teams that he has managed. The...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Dec 4, 2024

Gregg Wallace isn’t the only current BBC sexism scandal – but women are too scared to talk about the other outrage

I DON’T know Gregg Wallace, but he's obviously a David Brent-scale sexist pig at best and possibly, if the groping allegations are true, a lot...
THE SUN Dec 3, 2024

CHAN Pres begin, Nyirenda names strong team

A HOST of first team Chipolopolo players have made it into coach Wedson Nyirenda’s African Nations Championship (CHAN) squad ahead of the qualifier...
MWEBANTU.COM Dec 3, 2024

‘Makes my blood boil’ – talkSPORT host and ex-England star Lianne Sanderson brands Barbra Banda abuse a ‘disgrace’

Former England forward Lianne Sanderson has slammed the ‘disgusting’ abuse aimed at footballer Barbra Banda. The Orlando Pride striker was voted...
TALKSPORT Dec 2, 2024

Musonda: Qualifying for AFCON an amazing moment

Frankie Musonda claims that qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with Zambia won't really sink in until he hangs up his boots.
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Dec 2, 2024

Chipolopolo step up 7 places on FIFA ranking

  The Zambia men’s national team has moved seven places up in the latest FIFA rankings. The Chipolopolo boys now sit at 87th position, from 94th on...
ZNBC.CO.ZM Dec 1, 2024

JK Rowling's 'ridiculous' Barbra Banda BBC award comments see top manager defending footballer

Orlando Pride and Zambia forward Barbra Banda won the publicly-voted BBC Women's Footballer of the Year award
DAILY RECORD Nov 30, 2024

JK Rowling's shameful response to BBC award sees Emma Hayes defend Barbra Banda

Orlando Pride and Zambia forward Barbra Banda has been targeted online by JK Rowling after winning the publicly-voted for BBC Women's Footballer of...
MIRROR Nov 30, 2024

Emma Hayes ‘disappointed' by criticism of Barbra Banda after Zambia star's BBC Women's Footballer award win

Reuters Emma Hayes hit out at “ridiculous” remarks aimed at Barbra Banda following her BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year triumph. The Orlando...
THE SUN Nov 29, 2024

Emma Hayes ‘disappointed’ by criticism of Barbra Banda after Zambia star’s BBC Women’s Footballer award win

Reuters Emma Hayes hit out at “ridiculous” remarks aimed at Barbra Banda following her BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year triumph. The...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Nov 29, 2024

😠 "RIDICULOUS!"Emma Hayes hits out at Barbra Banda criticism

😠 "RIDICULOUS!" USA Women's head coach Emma Hayes has hit out at criticism that Barbra Banda has received after the Orlando Pride and Zambia...
FOOTBALLNEWS Nov 29, 2024

Emma Hayes details how ’emergency surgery’ with USWNT led to Olympic glory despite lack of preparation

It didn’t take Emma Hayes long to make her mark on the US women’s national team. Having departed Chelsea in May after a sensational 12-year period...
TALKSPORT Nov 29, 2024

‘Ridiculous' to criticise Barbra Banda for BBC award insists Emma Hayes

USA manager ‘disappointed' to hear of online abuse JK Rowling critical of award as women's footballer of year Emma Hayes has criticised the...
THE GUARDIAN Nov 29, 2024

Emma Hayes defends Barbra Banda after BBC award backlash

USA head coach says the Zambia striker, who was excluded from Women’s Africa Cup of Nations because of elevated testosterone levels, deserves to be...
THETIMES.CO.UK Nov 29, 2024

Players to undergo MRI tests in Boys' continental qualifiers

TotalEnergies U-17 Africa Cup of Nations 2025 | COSAFA Qualifier in Johannesburg will undergo Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) assessments to...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 29, 2024

CHIPOLOPOLO MOVE 7 STEPS UP ON FIFA RANKINGS

CHIPOLOPOLO MOVE 7 STEPS UP ON FIFA RANKINGS The Chipolopolo boys have moved seven rungs up on the global charts, according to the latest FIFA...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Nov 29, 2024

Zambia jump seven places on FIFA Rankings

The Copper Bullets have jumped seven places in the latest FIFA Rankings, thanks to their impressive wins over Sierra Leone and Ivory Coast in the...
DAILY NEWS Nov 28, 2024

Chipolopolo climb on FIFA Rankings.

ZAMBIA has moved seven places up the FIFA Rankings from 94 to 87 in the World while the team is ranked 18th in Africa. FIFA has released the...
MWEBANTU.COM Nov 28, 2024

Orlando Pride speak out after Barbra Banda abused over gender controversy

The Zambian forward received a barrage of insults online after winning the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year award
THE INDEPENDENT Nov 28, 2024

Five things to know before forming an opinion on Barbra Banda gender row

Zambia striker Banda has become the centre of a misinformation storm after being named BBC Women's Footballer of the Year
INEWS.CO.UK Nov 28, 2024

Shouldn’t the BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year be…a woman?

THE BBC runs a competition called “Women's Footballer of the Year”. In drawing up a shortlist, they have one job. And that's to select a woman who...
THE SUN Nov 27, 2024

Sharron Davies claims BBC Spoty event will be overshadowed by Banda award

Former Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies signs letter that says BBC naming Zambia player Barbra Banda as women’s footballer of the year will have an...
THETIMES.CO.UK Nov 27, 2024

How Barbra Banda scored on the Spirit defense designed to stifle her

The Spirit had a plan to thwart Banda, but the Zambian star still found a way
EQUALIZERSOCCER.COM Nov 27, 2024

Toaster Nsabata attracts interest from South African side 

Zambia National Team goalkeeper Toaster Nsabata has attracted interest from  BetWay Premiership sides Magesi FC and TS Galaxy.  The two teams have...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 27, 2024

Change in venue for COSAFA U17 Boys' and Girls' Championships

The TotalEnergies U-17 Africa Cup of Nations | COSAFA Qualifier and COSAFA Under-17 Girls' Championship have been moved to Johannesburg, South...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 27, 2024

JK Rowling says BBC is 'spitting in women's faces' by naming Barbra Banda their Women's Footballer of the Year despite gender eligibility row

Zambia and Orlando Pride striker Barbra Banda won the title as she received the most votes from BBC Sport website readers after being included on a...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Nov 27, 2024

Footie star Barbra Banda at centre of gender row controversially named BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year

NICE, FRANCE – JULY 25: Barbra Banda of Team Zambia #11 during the Women’s group B match between United States and Zambia during the Olympic Games...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Nov 26, 2024

Footie star Barbra Banda at centre of gender row controversially named BBC Women's Footballer of the Year

NICE, FRANCE – JULY 25: Barbra Banda of Team Zambia #11 during the Women’s group B match between United States and Zambia during the Olympic Games...
THE SUN Nov 26, 2024

Barbra Banda abused online after winning BBC Women's Footballer of the Year amid gender storm

The Orlando Pride and Zambia goalscorer has come under scrutiny after she was withdrawn from the 2022 Women's Africa Cup of Nations
THE INDEPENDENT Nov 26, 2024

Joey Barton and Sharron Davies SLAM the BBC after Barbra Banda wins their Women's Footballer of the Year award, amid gender eligibility row

Zambia and Orlando Pride striker Banda received the most votes from BBC Sport website readers after being included on a five-player shortlist.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Nov 26, 2024

Libya Accuses Nigeria Super Eagles of Intentionally Losing to Rwanda to Eliminate Them.

Libya Accuses Nigeria Super Eagles of Intentionally Losing to Rwanda to Eliminate Them. Libya claimed that Nigeria intentionally lost to Rwanda in...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Nov 26, 2024

Barbra Banda wins BBC women’s footballer award despite gender controversy

Zambia striker named Women’s Footballer of the Year but was previously excluded from 2022 Women’s African Cup of Nations due to elevated...
THETIMES.CO.UK Nov 26, 2024

Zambia’s Banda Wins BBC Women’s Footballer Of The Year Award

Zambia and Orlando Pride forward Barbra Banda has been voted BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year. Banda received the most votes from readers of the...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Nov 26, 2024

Controversial footballer banned from tournament over 'high testosterone' wins BBC Women's Footballer of the Year

Zambia and Orlando Pride striker Barbra Banda received the most votes from BBC Sport website readers after being included on a five-player shortlist.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Nov 26, 2024

Tanzania 🇹🇿: Chipolopolo striker gets a guard of honour from teammates

Young Africans players gave striker Kennedy Musonda a guard of honour following his performance on international duty. Compatriot Clatous Chama...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 25, 2024

Tanzania  :  Chipolopolo striker gets a guard of honour from  teammates

Tanzania  :  Chipolopolo striker gets a guard of honour from  teammates | ZamFoot | November 24, 2024 | Young Africans players gave striker Kennedy...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Nov 25, 2024

CAF Women’s Player Of The Year Nominee Banda Named NWSL Best Player Of Season

Orlando Pride and Zambia’s Barbra Banda was named the US National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) Championship Most Valuable Player of the season. The...
COMPLETESPORTS.COM Nov 25, 2024

COULD ZAMBIA HAVE QUALIFIED WITHOUT GRANT’S LEADERSHIP?

COULD ZAMBIA HAVE QUALIFIED WITHOUT GRANT’S LEADERSHIP? Head coaches frequently face tremendous pressure and close scrutiny in their work....
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Nov 24, 2024

FAZ Appoints WADA As CHAN Coach

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has appointed veteran coach Wedson Nyirenda as the man in charge of the African Nations Championship...
LUSAKATIMES.COM Nov 24, 2024

Orlando Pride lift first NWSL title behind Barbra Banda's early strike

Banda on target as Orlando beat Washington 1-0 Orlando 1-0 Washington: NWSL final – live reaction Zambian striker Barbra Banda lifted the Orlando...
THE GUARDIAN Nov 24, 2024

Hosts Morocco drawn in tough Group A in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations

  Hosts Morocco have been pooled in a tricky group of the CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations,WAFCON, following a draw held In Rabat on Friday....
KBC.CO.KE Nov 23, 2024
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