| Abraham Mutale Chilekwa | November 28, 2024 | I was impressed by Siame Sikanji’s maturity and composure on the field yesterday. The youngster showcased exceptional calmness and delivered precise set pieces. Having made his debut at Arthur Davies, it’s clear that this talented player has a bright future ahead. It’s no surprise that Power Dynamos secured him from Sporting Lusaka. The former Under-17 Vice Captain and current Under-20 Zambia player, Siame’s potential is undeniable. Last season, he played every Premier League game for Blades, demonstrating his dedication and skill. With proper nurturing and guidance, the sky’s the limit for this youngster. If he remains grounded and focused, Power Dynamos and the Zambia National team will undoubtedly benefit from his talents. Exciting times ahead for this rising star.
Coach Wedson Nyirenda has named his 33-man provisional squad for this month’s 2024 TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) final round back-to-back qualifier matches against Mozambique. Nyirenda’s assemblage comprises players in the MTN Super League and ZPL National League. It includes defender Kabaso Chongo and Dominic Chanda, and goalkeepers Lawrence Mulenga, and Charles Kalumba who were part of the Chipolopolo that secured the AFCON qualification as group winners. Zambia will be away to Mozambique on the 21 December before hosting the Mambas in the reverse fixture on 28 December. Winner over two legs will qualify for the CHAN tournament which will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania from February 1-28, 2025. PROVISIONAL SQUAD GOALKEEPERS Lawrence Mulenga (Power Dynamos), Jackson Kakunta (Mines United), Lucas Mainza (Nkwazi FC), Charles Kalumba (Red Arrows) DEFENDERS Mwape Mwenya (ZANACO FC), Rodgers Lukonde (Kansanshi Dynamos), David Hamansenya (Shamuel Academy), David Bulaya (NAPSA Stars), Kabaso Chongo, Killian Kanguluma (both Kabwe Warriors), Dominic Chanda (Power Dynamos), Chilimba Moonga (Green Buffaloes) MIDFIELDERS Kelvin Kapumbu (ZANACO FC), Paul Katema, Ackim Mumba (both Red Arrows), Collins Makungu (Mufulira Wanderers), Lucky Wamundila (Mines United), Kelvin Mwanza (FC MUZA), Frederick Mulambia (Power Dynamos), Kenneth Kasanga (Nkwazi FC), Golden Mashata (Green Buffaloes), Jackson Kampamba (Mutondo Stars), Timothy Sichalwe (Atletico Lusaka), Abraham Siankombo (ZESCO United), Emmanuel Mwanza (NAPSA Stars) STRIKERS Titus Chansa (Mutondo Stars), Jimmy Mukeya (NAPSA Stars), Andrew Phiri (FC MUZA), Ricky Banda (Red Arrows), Daliso Lungu (Kansanshi Dynamos), Philemon Chilimina (Chirundu United).
Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) Women’s National Representative, Colonel Priscilla Katoba says the amount of potential that Women’s Football in Zambia has to represent the country at the global stage is very huge. Col Katoba believes we have only scratched the surface when it comes to Women’s Football. She was speaking in an exclusive interview […]
Copper Queens skipper Barbra Banda made the 26 player list in the running to be named in the 2024 FIFPRO Women’s Best XI. This Banda’s first ever nomination for the FIFPRO World eleven following her fantastic season with Orlando Pride in the USA’s top flight. Banda won both the NWSL shield and the NWSL Championship in a record breaking season for Seb Hines side. Banda scored 17 goals and made 7 assists in the all Competitions for the Pride and was named the NWSL Championship MVP after becoming the first player to score in all stages of the NWSL playoffs. Banda was also recently named the BBC Women’s player of the year and is nominated for the CAF Women’s player of the year and FIFA Best Women’s player of the year. Malawian captain Tabitha Chawinga has also made 26 while her sister Temwa who was amazing for KC Current in the NWSL misses out. The nominees were voted for by fellow professional football players. GOALKEEPERS 🇦🇺 Mackenzie Arnold 🏴 Mary Earps 🇨🇱 Christiane Endler DEFENDERS 🇫🇷 Selma Bacha 🇪🇸 Ona Batlle 🏴 Millie Bright 🏴 Lucy Bronze 🇪🇸 Olga Carmona 🏴 Jess Carter 🇺🇸 Naomi Girma 🏴 Alex Greenwood MIDFIELDERS 🇪🇸 Aitana Bonmati 🇧🇷 Debinha 🇳🇴 Ingrid Engen 🇺🇸 Lindsey Horan 🇪🇸 Alexia Putellas 🏴 Ella Toone 🏴 Keira Walsh FORWARDS 🇪🇸 Athenea 🇿🇲 Barbra Banda 🇨🇴 Linda Caicedo 🇲🇼 Tabitha Chawinga 🏴 Lauren James 🇧🇷 Marta 🇪🇸 Salma Paralluelo 🏴 Alessia Russo The final team will be announced on December 9, 2024.