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ZAMBIA 🇿🇲 OFFICIAL: NORA HAUPTLE APPOINTED COPPER QUEENS COACH Press Statement (For Immediate Release)Football Associati...
04/01/2025

ZAMBIA 🇿🇲

OFFICIAL: NORA HAUPTLE APPOINTED COPPER QUEENS COACH

Press Statement
(For Immediate Release)
Football Association of Zambia
Football House, Lusaka

4th January 2025

FAZ APPOINTS HAUPTLE AS NEW COPPER QUEENS COACH

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has appointed Swiss national Nora Hauptle as Copper Queens coach on a three year deal.
FAZ General Secretary Reuben Kamanga says Hauptle had been hired to consolidate on the gains made in the women’s game.

“We are excited to announce the appointment of Nora Hauptle as the new Zambia Women National Team coach. We have every reason to believe that she has the pedigree and profile that will take us to the next level,” says Kamanga.
“Her duty is to consolidate on the gains made in our women’s game in the last few years that has seen us win bronze at the WAFCON, qualify to a maiden FIFA World Cup in 2023 and back-to-back Olympic qualifications.”

The former Swiss defender is expected to be unveiled soon.

The new Copper Queens coach had a distinguished career as a defender in Europe and represented Switzerland at international level before retiring in 2009.

She took up coaching and notably drilled SC Sand in the German Frauen-Bundesliga, in 2020, where she was, at the time, the only female coach in the league. Hauptle left SC Sand in 2021 before being appointed Black Queens coach in 2022.
Kamanga says Hauptle’s predecessor Bruce Mwape will be re-assigned in a different capacity in the developmental teams.
“We also wish to thank Bruce Mwape for the work done since his appointment in 2018 which has seen the team qualify to the World Cup and two Olympics (Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024). He remains a core member of our wider technical development program as we secured a CAF Pro License course for him as part of our collaboration with the Royal Morocco Federation. He will become the second Zambian coach to undertake the CAF Pro License after Wedson Nyirenda,” he says.

The Copper Queens have already qualified for the 2024 WAFCON (to be played in July 2025) that takes place in Morocco.


For and on behalf of:
FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION OF ZAMBIA
Sydney Mungala
COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

ZAMBIA 🇿🇲 NYIRENDA UNVEILS 30-MEMBER CHAN PROVISIONAL SQUADCoach Wedson Nyirenda has unveiled his 30-member provisional ...
02/01/2025

ZAMBIA 🇿🇲

NYIRENDA UNVEILS 30-MEMBER CHAN PROVISIONAL SQUAD

Coach Wedson Nyirenda has unveiled his 30-member provisional squad for the TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2024 (to be played in 2025) with a mix of seasoned and upcoming stars.

The CHAN team will enter residential camp over the weekend as part of preparations for the tournament which will run from February 1-28 in Kenya/Tanzania/Uganda.

Zambia is among 18 teams that have qualified for the CHAN but will await the final draw to determine their opponents and tournament base.

Nyirenda’s charges will intensify preparations after sealing their ticket to the CHAN following the withdrawal of Mozambique in the final qualifying round.

Prior to the withdrawal by Mozambique, the Zambian team had been conducting weekly preparatory camps for the local players.

FULL PROVISIONAL CHAN SQUAD

(GOALKEEPERS)
Lawrence Mulenga (Power Dynamos), Mangani Banda (Kabwe Warriors), Charles Kalumba (Red Arrows), David Mumba (Konkola Blades)
(DEFENDERS)
Happy Nsiku (Red Arrows), Kabaso Chongo, Killian Kanguluma (both Kabwe Warriors), Mathews Banda, Kedrick Mumba (both Nkana), Fred Mwiche (Zesco United), David Hamansenya (Shamuel), Dominic Chanda (Power Dynamos), Frederick Mwimanzi (Green Buffaloes), Rodgers Lukonde (Kansanshi Dynamos)

(MIDFIELDERS)
Kelvin Kapumbu (Zanaco), Collins Makungu (Mufulira Wanderers), Paul Katema (Red Arrows), Frederick Mulambia (Power Dynamos), Abraham Siankombo, David Simukonda (both Zesco United), Kenneth Kasanga (Nkwazi), Charles Zulu (Nkana), Kelvin Mwanza (FC MUZA), Timothy Sichalwe (Athletico), Golden Mashata (Green Buffaloes)

(STRIKERS)
Titus Chansa (Mutondo Stars), Andrew Phiri (FC MUZA), Ricky Banda (Red Arrows), Evans Kayombo (Napsa Stars), Hope Katwishi (Forest Rangers)

LIBYA 🇱🇾 Kelvin Kampamba came off the substitute bench at the 76 minute mark to play the last minutes of the game for th...
02/01/2025

LIBYA 🇱🇾
Kelvin Kampamba came off the substitute bench at the 76 minute mark to play the last minutes of the game for the AL Nasr side that registered a 2-0 win in their Premier league encounter against the Khaleej Sirte SC side.

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02/01/2025

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ZAMBIA 🇿🇲 UTH CONFIRMS DANDY KRAZY IS NO MORE.Mr Chibambo who sustained multiple injuries in a road traffic accident, wa...
02/01/2025

ZAMBIA 🇿🇲

UTH CONFIRMS DANDY KRAZY IS NO MORE.

Mr Chibambo who sustained multiple injuries in a road traffic accident, was admitted to the UTH-Adult in the early hours of yesterday. He underwent an emergency operation later in the day. However, he remained in a critical condition despite various treatment interventions employed by our health staff.
He was certified dead at 01:42 hours this morning.

We wish to pass our sincere condolences to the family and public as they mourn their loved one.

Nzeba chanda
Public relations officer
Uths-Adult hospital.

ISRAEL 🇮🇱 Zambia midfield dynamo Kings Kangwa scored the first goal of the match for the Hapoel Be’er Sheva side that pl...
01/01/2025

ISRAEL 🇮🇱
Zambia midfield dynamo Kings Kangwa scored the first goal of the match for the Hapoel Be’er Sheva side that played out to a 2-2 draw in the Israeli Premier League home encounter against Maccabi Tel Aviv side.

Image Credit: Hapoel Be’er page

EGYPT 🇪🇬 Zambian International Enock Sakala Junior had 45 minutes of game time for the Morden Sports FC side that played...
01/01/2025

EGYPT 🇪🇬
Zambian International Enock Sakala Junior had 45 minutes of game time for the Morden Sports FC side that played out to a 0-0 draw in the Egyptian Premier League home encounter against the Ismaily side .

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31/12/2024

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26/12/2024

ZAMBIA 🇿🇲

Wishing you a Merry Christmas filled with joy, warmth, and unforgettable moments spent with loved ones. May the festive ...
24/12/2024

Wishing you a Merry Christmas filled with joy, warmth, and unforgettable moments spent with loved ones. May the festive spirit bring happiness to your heart and home! 🎄🎅🎁🥂🍾


Admin: Maureen Kawengele.

ITALY 🇮🇹 Zambian Striker Kingstone Mutandwa scored a brace in his full 90 minutes of action for the Cagliari U-20 side ...
23/12/2024

ITALY 🇮🇹
Zambian Striker Kingstone Mutandwa scored a brace in his full 90 minutes of action for the Cagliari U-20 side that registered a 2-0 win in the Primavera 1 encounter against Fiorentina U20. Country /Club Joseph Liteta put in an impressive 86 minutes.

QATAR 🇶🇦 Zambian Striker Fashion Sakala scored the only goal of the match for the Al Fayha side that registered a narrow...
23/12/2024

QATAR 🇶🇦
Zambian Striker Fashion Sakala scored the only goal of the match for the Al Fayha side that registered a narrow win in their club friendly encounter with Wehda side . Al are in Qatar for their training camp.

Impressive shift FS10 .

LIBYA 🇱🇾 Zambia midfielder Kelvin Kampamba had a 46 minutes shift for the AI Nasr side that registered a 3-1 win in the ...
23/12/2024

LIBYA 🇱🇾
Zambia midfielder Kelvin Kampamba had a 46 minutes shift for the AI Nasr side that registered a 3-1 win in the Premier League home encounter against AI Anwar side .

23/12/2024

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Sunday Ogochukwu Oliseh talks about life after football.

ISRAEL 🇮🇱 Zambian midfielder Klings Kangwa put in an impressive 89 minutes shift for the Hapoel Be’er Sheva side that pl...
21/12/2024

ISRAEL 🇮🇱
Zambian midfielder Klings Kangwa put in an impressive 89 minutes shift for the Hapoel Be’er Sheva side that played out to a 0-0 draw in the Israeli Premier League away encounter against Sakhnin.

Image : Credit Klings’s page

ZAMBIA 🇿🇲 Nora Hauptle has agreed to coach the Copper Queens, Zambia's women's national team. This comes after she turne...
21/12/2024

ZAMBIA 🇿🇲
Nora Hauptle has agreed to coach the Copper Queens, Zambia's women's national team. This comes after she turned down a contract extension to coach the Ghanaian women's national team. 🇬🇭 🇿🇲

ZAMBIA 🇿🇲 THE WAIT IS OVER: Kalusha To Run For FAZ President Celebrated 2012 Africa Cup of Nations winning FAZ president...
21/12/2024

ZAMBIA 🇿🇲

THE WAIT IS OVER: Kalusha To Run For FAZ President

Celebrated 2012 Africa Cup of Nations winning FAZ president Kalusha Bwalya has announced he will contest the FAZ elections on March 29, 2025.

The 1988 African Footballer of the Year has also informed the CAF top brass that he was in the running for the top football office in Zambia.

In an interview, Kalusha says his interest to return to the FAZ presidency is in response to numerous calls for him to contest the top job.

He says his bid for the presidency this time is anchored on uniting the football fraternity and prospering the game.

“I’m definitely in the running. Zambian football must prosper and unite,” he says.

The former Chipolopolo captain is due to hold a briefing in Lusaka in the next few weeks after attending to family during the festive period. He is currently in Europe.

FAZ has announced the elective AGM will be held on March 29, 2025.

SOUTH AFRICA 🇿🇦 FOOTBALL NEWS 📰Mamelodi Sundowns have suspended ladies team coach Jerry Tshabalala following complaints ...
21/12/2024

SOUTH AFRICA 🇿🇦

FOOTBALL NEWS 📰

Mamelodi Sundowns have suspended ladies team coach Jerry Tshabalala following complaints of improper conduct by some of the women players.

The club has put Tshabalala on special leave pending an investigation by law firm Bowmans.

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USA 🇺🇸 Rising Star: Ian Phiri, the Zambian Goalkeeper Making Waves in the USA In the world of football, discovering new talent always sparks excitement, and Ian Phiri is no exception. At just 15 years old, this Zambian-American goalkeeper from Cleveland, Ohio, is turning heads with his performances on the pitch. Standing tall at 6’3” (188 cm), Ian combines size, skill, and a rich football heritage—his grandfather is none other than Willie Phiri, a legendary member of Zambia’s famous KK11 team. A Family Legacy Born on August 4, 2009, Ian grew up with football in his blood. His Zambian father and American mother have given him a unique cultural mix, but it’s his grandfather’s football legacy that truly inspires him. Willie Phiri’s brilliance on the field is remembered across Zambia, and now Ian is carrying that torch on a global stage, dominating as a goalkeeper in the U.S. Current Form Ian plays for Saint Ignatius High School’s freshman team, where he helped them go undefeated in the 2024 season (11-0-3). He recorded an impressive seven clean sheets, showcasing his ability to keep the opposition at bay. In club football, Ian stars for Team Challenger FC North. In 2024, he led his U15 team to win the National League GLC Premier I Division and qualify for the prestigious USYS National League Pro 2024/25 events. Over the last two seasons, he has racked up a total of 17 clean sheets, cementing his status as a reliable and talented shot-stopper. Soccer Profile Name: Ian Phiri Position: Goalkeeper Date of Birth: August 4, 2009 Age: 15 years Height: 6’3” (188 cm) Weight: 86 kg Nationality: Zambian-American Current Clubs and Achievements 1. Saint Ignatius High School (Cleveland, OH, USA) Team: Freshman Team (2024 Season) Jersey Number: #0 Achievements: Undefeated Season (Record: 11-0-3) 7 Clean Sheets 2. Team Challenger FC North (OH, USA) Team: U15 (2024 Season) Jersey Number: #1 Achievements: National League GLC Premier I U15 C

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