Catherine Musonda, Leticia or Musole who starts in goal 

The Zambia Women’s National Team will take on Angola in the first leg of the second round qualifier for the Morocco 2024 WAFCON.  Kazakhstan based...
DAILY NEWS Nov 29, 2023

WAFCON race begins

By SANDRA MWILA – ZAMBIA coach Bruce Mwape has warned his lasses against complacency but aim for victory when they take on Angola today away in the...
TIMES.CO.ZM Nov 29, 2023

One Warriors great finally added to African Legends Team to face Zambian Legends this weekend

Peter Ndlovu has been added to the African Legends Team to face Zambian Legends this weekend. Initially, the team had no Zimbabweans but after a...
SOCCER24.CO.ZW Nov 29, 2023

Copper Queens face Angola in WAFCON qualifiers

ZAMBIA faces Angola in the final round of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers in Luanda today. Bruce Mwape’s side enters the race...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 29, 2023

African Legends will give Zambians a memorable game – Kalusha

CELEBRATED football icon Kalusha Bwalya says African Legends are set to give Zambians a memorable game when they face off with Chipolopolo Legends...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 29, 2023

Zambia thumps Eswatini at netball Africa Cup

ZAMBIA has started her Netball Africa Cup of Nations on a bright note, thumping Eswatini 62-47 in Gaborone, Botswana. The Lazarous Tembo-coached...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 28, 2023

Okocha, Kanu, Amokachi to join former Arsenal, Juventus stars as African legends light up Lusaka

Three of Nigeria’s finest football exports will team up with some of the continent’s greatest-ever stars to turn back the hands of time in Zambia...
SOCCERNET NIGERIA Nov 28, 2023

Zambia eyes winning start at Netball Africa Cup

ZAMBIA eyes a bright start at the Netball Africa Cup of Nations this afternoon when it clashes with a familiar opponent, Eswatini, in Gaborone,...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 28, 2023

African Legends to start trooping in for Chipolopolo Legends match 

African Legends will start arriving today ahead of Saturday’s encounter with the Chipolopolo Legends.  Former Chipolopolo skipper, FAZ President...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 28, 2023

You’re World Cup material, Nkandu tells Copper Queens

GOVERNMENT has challenged the women’s national team to get an outright win when they face off with Angola tomorrow in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 28, 2023

It won’t be good if we don’t qualify for WAFCON after playing at World Cup – Mwape

WOMEN’s national team coach Bruce Mwape says it will not look good for the Copper Queens to fail in their Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers after...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 27, 2023

It’s very important for us to win the away game – Barbra Banda 

Copper Queens skipper Barbra Banda says it will be important for the Copper Queens to pick up a win on Wednesday.  The 2022 WAFCON bronze medalists...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 27, 2023

Copper Queens off to Angola ahead Wednesday’s showdown 

The Zambia Women's National Team earlier today left for Luanda Angola ahead of Wednesday's Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) second round,...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 26, 2023

Chipolopolo gets a boast as Frankie Musonda returns from injury

Defender Frankie Chisenga Musonda returned from injury to feature for Ayr United in a Scottish Cup match. Musonda started Ayr United’s 2-1 extra...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 26, 2023

Copper Queens to leave for Luanda later today 

The Zambia Women’s National Team will today leave for Angola ahead of Wednesday's Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) second round, first leg...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 26, 2023

Copper Queens intensify preps for Angola showdown 

The Zambia Women’s National Team has intensified preparations for Wednesday's Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) second round, first leg...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 25, 2023

Patson Daka Leicester City to Celtic transfer touted but Chris Sutton delivers major caveat

The former Hoops striker thinks the Zambian would 'fit the bill' at Parkhead
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK Nov 25, 2023

Rangers fans tell ex-Gers star ‘Michael Beale shouldn’t have sold you’ as he’s compared to Real Madrid hero Vinicius Jr

MICHAEL BEALE made some major transfer decisions this summer – with the jury still out on many of them. And one choice that left plenty of...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Nov 24, 2023

Daka makes EA Sports Team of the Week

PATSON Daka’s performances in the Chipolopolo’s World Cup qualifiers against Congo Brazzaville and Niger have earned him a place in the EA Sports...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 24, 2023

Man Utd blow as star man ‘considering switching international allegiance for Afcon' as fans say ‘I beg please no'

MANCHESTER UNITED ace Aaron Wan-Bissaka could switch his international allegiance from England to Congo. And that would pose as a significant blow...
THE SUN Nov 23, 2023

Man Utd blow as star man ‘considering switching international allegiance for Afcon’ as fans say ‘I beg please no’

MANCHESTER UNITED ace Aaron Wan-Bissaka could switch his international allegiance from England to Congo. And that would pose as a significant...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Nov 23, 2023

Copper Queens get additions ahead of Angola Wafcon Qualifier

Wilson Mulinda ZNBC News The Zambia Women National Team technical bench has made two injury instigated inclusions after SARA JERE and ENELESS PHIRI...
ZNBC.CO.ZM Nov 23, 2023

Ref helped Niger – Grant

CHIPOLOPOLO coach Avram Grant has called out Libyan referee Abdulrazg Ahmed, following Zambia’s 2-1 loss to Niger at the Marrakech Stadium in...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 23, 2023

No excuses for our loss – Emmanuel Banda 

Chipolopolo midfielder Emmanuel Banda says the team will make any excuses for their shock 2-1 defeat to Niger in Morocco on Tuesday.  Banda who...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 23, 2023

Copper Queens squad beefed up by Lungowe and Charity Mubanga 

The Zambia Women National Team technical bench has made two injury instigated inclusions after Sara Jere and Eneless Phiri withdrew from the women...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 22, 2023

WAFCON Qualifiers; Pauline Zulu expecting a tough encounter against Angola 

Copper Queens defender Pauline Zulu says they won’t be reluctant when they face Angola in the upcoming second round back-to-back 2024 Morocco Women...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 22, 2023

Injury blow for Copper Queens as Sarah Jere and Enelesi Phiri are ruled out of Angola showdown 

The Copper Queens have faced an injury blow ahead of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) second round back-to-back matches against...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 22, 2023

Copper Queens start preparations for Angola 

The Zambia Women's National Team has started their preparations for the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) second round back-to-back...
DAILY NEWS Nov 22, 2023

Grant takes a swipe at Libyan referee for poor officiating

Zambia coach Avram Grant has blamed Libyan referee Abdulrazg Ahmed for poor officiating. The Chipolopolo Boys suffered a shock 2-1 defeat by Niger...
DAILY NEWS Nov 22, 2023

Don’t underrate Angola, Simbeye tells Copper Queens

FORMER women’s national team coach Enala Simbeye has tipped the Copper Queens to be cautious of Angola heading into the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 22, 2023

Africa Cup of Nations: 1xBet tells about continent’s main football tournament intrigue

The bookmaker company 1xBet is a reliable partner of the Africa Cup of Nations and, together with you, is counting the days until the start of the...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 22, 2023

Netballers ready despite budget deficit

By SANDRA MWILA – ZAMBIA women’s netball coach Lazarous Tembo has declared the team ready ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations that gets underway...
TIMES.CO.ZM Nov 22, 2023

Govt gets tough on funding…as it reaffirms support for Chipolopolo

By SANDRA MWILA – GOVERNMENT has warned that only sports federations which will submit their budgets by December will be eligible to access partial...
TIMES.CO.ZM Nov 22, 2023

Zambia Chipolopolo fall to Niger in World Cup qualifier

Zambia Chipolopolo  suffered their first defeat in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers after succumbing to a 2-1 loss to Niger. Chipolopolo coach...
SOKA25EAST.COM Nov 22, 2023

Zambia loses to Niger

ZAMBIA’S quest for a maiden World Cup qualification has suffered an early setback after the Chipolopolo Boys were defeated by Niger in Morocco last...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 22, 2023

South Africa, Ghana humbled in WC qualifiers

Ghana and South Africa both suffered embarrassing defeats in World Cup qualification on Tuesday while top contenders Cameroon, Guinea, Senegal and...
ESPN Nov 22, 2023

Niger Stun Zambia to Deflate Early Qualification Push

Zambia’s bid to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup suffered a blow following a 2-1 away loss to Niger on day-two of Group E action. Niger scored...
LUSAKATIMES.COM Nov 21, 2023

2026 WCQs : Zambia suffer defeat at the hands of Niger 

Zambia suffered their first defeat in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers after succumbing to a 2-1 loss to Niger.  Chipolopolo coach Avram Grant...
DAILY NEWS Nov 21, 2023

Zambia fall to Niger

Zambia’s hopes of a second win in Group E of Africa’s 2026 World Cup Qualifiers were dashed on Tuesday night when they slumped to a 2-1 defeat at...
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Nov 21, 2023

Zambia lose, Group E remains open

GROUP E of the World Cup qualifiers has been left wide open with four terms on three points following Zambia’s 2-1 defeat against Niger at the...
MWEBANTU.COM Nov 21, 2023

Live – Niger 0-0 Zambia 

ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 21, 2023

CHIPOLOPOLO CAPTAIN LUBAMBO MUSONDA READY FOR NIGER CLASH

CHIPOLOPOLO CAPTAIN LUBAMBO MUSONDA READY FOR NIGER CLASH Zambia’s skipper Lubambo Musonda is confident that his team is ready to face Niger in...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Nov 21, 2023

MATCHDAY: Zambia face Niger hurdle

AFTER a good shift against Congo Brazzaville, Group E leaders Zambia have a task to keep the momentum going when they face Niger at the Marrakech...
MWEBANTU.COM Nov 21, 2023

Sundowns winning CAF Women’s Champions League good for COSAFA

Zambian clubs could be on high alert with the huge financial benefits that come with participating in the CAF Women’s Champions League.  South...
DAILY NEWS Nov 21, 2023

Mphoto family rewarded free tickets to all World Cup qualifying home games

28 ViewsBy Kennedy Gondwe A Zambian family, who have become a social media sensation because of their enthusiastic pot-banging support of the...
ZAMBIAN EYE Nov 21, 2023

Chipolopolo Brace for Wounded Niger, Lubambo Back

The Chipolopolo coaching bench has predicted a tough match against Niger as the two teams battle on Tuesday night in their second Group E match of...
LUSAKATIMES.COM Nov 21, 2023

Kamanga Backs Chipolopolo To Maintain Momentum Against Niger

FAZ President Andrew Kamanga is expecting Chipolopolo to continue their winning start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign as they face...
LUSAKATIMES.COM Nov 21, 2023

Copper Queens will host Angola at Levy Mwanawasa – FAZ

FAZ has revealed that the women’s national team will use the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium for its second leg of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 21, 2023

Sustain winning mentality, Kamanga tips Chipolopolo

FAZ president Andrew Kamanga has urged Chipolopolo to sustain its winning mentality against Niger in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier this...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 21, 2023

Mpoto family earns free entry into stadiums

A Lusaka-based family will watch the remainder of the Chipolopolo’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier home matches free of charge thanks to their...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 21, 2023

Zambia faces Niger

CHIPOLOPOLO aim to maintain their early lead in Group E of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers when they face Niger away in Marrakech, Morocco...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 21, 2023

‘He just wasn’t a manager’ – John Obi Mikel explains what Avram Grant actually did at Chelsea

Former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel says Avram Grant ‘had absolutely no clue’ when in charge at Stamford Bridge. The ex-Nigeria international...
TALKSPORT Nov 20, 2023

Edward Chilufya ruled out of Niger clash

Winger Edward ‘Tiger’ Chilufya has been ruled out of Zambia’s FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier against Niger. The 24 year old did not travel with the...
DAILY NEWS Nov 20, 2023

We will give our best – Lubambo

WE WILL GIVE OUR BEST-LUBAMBO Fit again skipper Lubambo Musonda says the Chipolopolo are ready for tomorrow's clash with the Menas of Niger in a...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 20, 2023

Sichone predicts tough encounter against Niger

Chipolopolo assistant coach Moses Sichone says he expects a tough match against Niger tomorrow in a Group E 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 20, 2023

Zambia chase back-to-back wins

Zambia will chase back-to-back wins in their 2026 World Cup Qualifying campaign when they face Niger at Stade de Marrakesh in Morocco on the...
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM Nov 20, 2023

Failure to qualify will be unacceptable, says Mwape

By SANDRA MWILA – ZAMBIA coach Bruce Mwape says it will be unacceptable for the Copper Queens not to qualify to the Morocco 2024 Women’s Africa Cup...
TIMES.CO.ZM Nov 20, 2023

FAZ rewards Mpoto family with free tickets for Chipolopolo games

FAZ has rewarded a Lusaka based family with free tickets for all Chipolopolo 2026 World Cup home qualifier matches. Lovemore Kabwata, his wife...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 20, 2023

Chipolopolo captain back in training

Zambia national team captain Lubambo Musonda has resumed training ahead of Tuesday’s FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier against Niger. The 28 year old...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 20, 2023

Copper Queens to use Levy Mwanawasa Stadium for Angola encounter 

The Zambia Women’s National Team will for the first time play from Levy Mwanawasa Stadium next month.  The Copper Queens will host Angola on 5th...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 20, 2023

Recovery session for Zambia in Marrakesh

The Chipolopolo Boys had a recovery session in Marrakech on Sunday. Avram Grant’s men will face Niger in Tuesday’s FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier....
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 19, 2023

2026 World Cup qualifiers: Nigeria held again – Egypt, Algeria win

Nigeria’s stuttering start to 2026 World Cup qualifying continued on Sunday as they were held 1-1 by Zimbabwe in Rwanda. The Super Eagles took just...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 19, 2023

Mwansa is a future goalkeeper says Grant

Zambia coach Avram Grant believes goalkeeper Francis Mwansa is the country’s symbol of present and future. The 21 year old has come under fire...
DAILY NEWS Nov 19, 2023

Preview: Niger vs. Zambia - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between Niger and Zambia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Nov 19, 2023

Grant Hails Chipolopolo’s Winning Start

Zambia Coach Avram Grant has hailed Chipolopolo’s winning start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign. Chipolopolo last night thrashed...
LUSAKATIMES.COM Nov 19, 2023

THOSE WHO BRING POLITICS INTO THE GAME RISK BEING BANNED – NKANDU

THOSE WHO BRING POLITICS INTO THE GAME RISK BEING BANNED – NKANDU Sports Minister, Elvis Nkandu has thanked supporters for heeding to his plea of...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Nov 19, 2023

Lameck Banda is fit for Niger

Lameck ‘The Beast’ Banda is fit to lead Zambia’s charge in Morocco on Tuesday when the Chipolopolo face Niger in a FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier....
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 18, 2023

Copper Queens to regroup tomorrow ahead of Angola showdown 

Zambia Women's National Team will regroup tomorrow to start preparations for the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) second round...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 18, 2023

Chipolopolo off to Morocco for Niger match

The Chipolopolo Boys have left for Morocco aboard a chartered Ethiopian Airlines. Zambia will face Niger in Marrekech on Tuesday in a Group E match...
DAILY NEWS Nov 18, 2023

Video: Avram Grant gets a standing ovation

Watch how the Chipolopolo fans gave Avram Grant a standing ovation following Zambia’s 4-2 victory over Congo Brazaville at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium...
DAILY NEWS Nov 18, 2023

‘We’re difficult to beat!’

By SHAMAOMA MUSONDA – At Levy Mwanawasa Stasdium Zambia 4-2 Congo BrazzavilleZAMBIA coach Avram Grant has praised his team’s strong character for...
TIMES.CO.ZM Nov 18, 2023

Walney Island Juniors FC donate football kits to Zambia

WALNEY Island Juniors FC have donated a full set of football kits to a coaching academy in Zambia.
NWEMAIL.CO.UK Nov 18, 2023

Zambia Chipolopolo in perfect win over Congo Brazzaville

Zambia Chipolopolo Boys kicked their 2026 World Cup qualification journey with a 4-2 win over Congo Brazzaville at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium on...
SOKA25EAST.COM Nov 18, 2023

Zambians go Pettyson Daka on Leicester City admin

‘A PLAYER you don’t use?’ Zambians questioned Leicester City’s wisdom in congratulating striker Patson Daka over his brace for Chipolopolo in the...
MWEBANTU.COM Nov 18, 2023

Zambia maintains its new found winning ways, beat Congo in a World Cup qualifier

3 ViewsZambia, the Chipolopolo Boys maintained their new found wining way in a World Cup qualifier campaign Friday evening against Congo...
ZAMBIAN EYE Nov 18, 2023

Player Rater: Zambia 4-2 Congo

Silky Chipolopolo cruised past the Red Devils of Congo in a six goal thriller on match day 1 of the FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier. Below the...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 17, 2023

Zambia edge Congo Brazzaville in six goal thriller…Patson Daka nets a brace 

The Chipolopolo Boys kicked their 2026 World Cup qualification journey with a 4-2 win over Congo Brazzaville at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium on Friday. ...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 17, 2023

Live – Zambia 1-0 Congo

18:10- Congo Brazzaville come close but Zambia survive 18:06- Goooaal Patson Daka puts Zambia in the lead.  He heads in off a Rodrick Kabwe cross. ...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 17, 2023

Zambia face off Congo

20 ViewsZambia will host Congo Brazaville in the two sides first 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP Qualifier at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium. The two sides have...
ZAMBIAN EYE Nov 17, 2023

German firm KICK ID set to penetrate African market

KICK ID a German based firm is set to penetrate the African market partnering with Federations,Sponsors   through data science and analytics to...
SOKA25EAST.COM Nov 17, 2023

CONGO BRAZZAVILLE COACH ISAAC NGATA’S PROMISE FOR VICTORY AGAINST THE CHIPOLOPOLO BOYS IN NDOLA

CONGO BRAZZAVILLE COACH ISAAC NGATA’S PROMISE FOR VICTORY AGAINST THE CHIPOLOPOLO BOYS IN NDOLA. Congo Brazzaville’s head coach, Isaac Ngata has...
ZAMBIANOBSERVER.COM Nov 17, 2023

Grant Upbeat Ahead of Congo Clash

Chipolopolo coach Avram Grant is upbeat ahead of Friday evening’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier match against Congo Brazzaville at Levy Mwanawasa...
LUSAKATIMES.COM Nov 17, 2023

We’ve paid Chipolopolo players their bonuses – Nkandu

GOVERNMENT says it has cleared the promised $5000 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification bonuses pledged to the Chipolopolo ahead of the clash...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 17, 2023

Netball national team’s trip to Botswana in Limbo

THE netball national team’s participation at the forthcoming Africa Cup of Nations set for Botswana hangs in balance as Netball Zambia continues...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 17, 2023

HAZ happy with Africa Cup draw

THE men’s handball national team has been drawn in Group A ahead of the 2024 Handball Africa Cup of Nations set for January 17 to 29 in Cairo,...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 17, 2023

Saints reportedly ‘chasing’ Chipolopolo prospect

SAINTS have reportedly shown interest in signing young Manchester City centre-back Jadel Katongo. The 19 year old has made six league appearances...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 16, 2023

Benson Sakala to start in midfield

Czech Republic based midfielder Benson Sakala is expected to return to the Chipolopolo Boys starting lineup for tomorrow’s Encounter.  The Copper...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 16, 2023

Warriors Boycott Training Ahead Of Match Against Nigeria

The Zimbabwean national men's football team, known as the Warriors, boycotted their training session in Rwanda ahead of a FIFA 2026 World Cup...
PINDULA Nov 16, 2023

Lameck Banda to join Mafasho and Daka upfront. 

US Lecce winger Lameck Banda is expected to join Fashion Sakala and Patson Daka upfront tomorrow as the Chipolopolo Boys take on Congo  Brazzaville...
ZAMBIANFOOTBALL.CO.ZM Nov 16, 2023

Chipolopolo hosts Congo Brazzaville

ZAMBIA eyes to start its 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying journey with a win against Congo Brazzaville at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola this...
DIGGERS.NEWS Nov 16, 2023
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