FAZ president Andrew Kamanga says the association will provide $25,000 dollars support for teams that will participate in CAF competitions. Speaking when he officiated at the 2025 Zambian Premier League (ZPL) Annual General Meeting (AGM), Kamanga said FAZ would continue to provide technical support to clubs as demonstrated with handover of Global Positioning System equipment to all super league clubs. The FAZ chief revealed that starting next season clubs that qualify for CAF competitions would receive a $50,000 package for qualification. Kamanga said FAZ had already put in motion plans for the introduction of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in the Zambian Super League next season. “Our VAR project is already at an advanced stage with 40 VAR operators trained by Cosafa and FIFA. This project has been gradual since being piloted in an ABSA Cup final between Forest Rangers and MUZA,” he said. Kamanga disclosed that FAZ was in talks with a leading broadcast company to replace SuperSport who will exit the Zambian market at the end of the current season. “FAZ is in talks with a broadcast partner that should replace SuperSport. We have incorporated local partners and other content producers to make the deal more dynamic,” he said. The FAZ president said the association would franchise the marketing of the KoPa brand and products to the ZPL in order to allow clubs to obtain the full range of products. And Katongo said the de-linking of ZPL from FAZ had dawned a new era in the Zambian game. “The de-linking of the Zambian Premier League from the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) marked a new era of autonomy for the league, allowing us to focus on enhancing the league by professionalising and commercialising it. We remain committed to ensuring that this process is conducted seamlessly, with a clear framework that benefits all stakeholders,” he said. Katongo said financial stability would be critical in taking the ZPL to the next level. “On the Financial side, financial stability is crucial for the sustainability of the league, and I am pleased to report that we have met all our financial commitments and intend to even do more,” he said. “We have successfully paid all teams in the four leagues. This achievement reflects our dedication to professionalism and accountability in football administration.”
The Zambia U17 Women’s Nationql Team has left for Togo to face Benin in the final round, second leg of the 2025 U17 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifiers. The Copper Princesses left Kenneth Kaunda International Airport at 15h15 aboard Ethiopian Airlines. Zambia holds a 2-1 first leg advantage over Benin heading into the decisive match on April 26 in Lome. The Copper Princesses will be aiming to secure a historic back to back World Cup qualification while Benin is in search of its first-ever World Cup appearance. By FAZ Media
The Zambian Premier League (ZPL) has referred the two incidents that happened during week 32 of the MTN Super League to the FAZ Disciplinary Committee. ZPL has urged the clubs to take greater responsibility in managing their players, officials and supporters and enhancing matchday security. Kabwe Warriors players confronted the first assistant after their goal was ruled out for offside and looked to have gotten physical in their approach in the video that’s circulating online. Meanwhile, suspected Nkana fans uprooted over 500 seats at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium as chaos erupted after a penalty was awarded to Power Dynamos after a foul on Prince Mumba in the Kitwe derby. “The Zambian Premier League (ZPL) has taken note of the incidents that occurred during the Week 32 fixtures between NAPSA Stars and Kabwe Warriors at REIZ Arena, and Nkana vs Power Dynamos at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium. In line with set guidelines the matters shall be referred to the FAZ Disciplinary Committee for due determination of the cases. We urge all clubs to take greater responsibility in managing their players, officials and supporters and enhancing matchday security. The ZPL remains committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and enjoyable environment for all. Football should be a family-friendly experience where fans of all ages feel safe and welcome. Acts of violence not only disrupt this atmosphere but also undermine the spirit of the game.” The Statement went on; Likewise all fans are also urged to respect the game, support their teams peacefully, and report any misconduct to the appropriate authorities.” The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) on the other hand has hinted on harsh punishment for the perpetrators of the chaos at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium that caused damage to the stadium. “We sign off on a disturbing note following ugly scenes at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium where some hooligans masquerading as fans ripped off seats in protest of a penalty given to Power Dynamos against Nkana. The match ended 1-1. With the game being the most popular and biggest advert of our league, there could not have been a worse portrayal of our football. We are barely hanging on to one FIFA approved stadium and cannot afford such levels of barbarism. While it is too early to provide a conclusive picture of what measures will be taken, I can definitely confirm that this behaviour will be heavily punished.” Meanwhile Nkana Football Club whose fans have been figured as the major culprit in Sunday’s chaos has offered to replace the seats damaged during the derby. “While we may not agree with the referee’s decision, we respect the game and the spirit of sportsmanship. We deeply regret the actions of some individuals that led to the damage of property. As a club, we stand for integrity and respect, and we are committed to making amends,” Club President, Eng. Joseph Silwimba said. “We would like to offer our sincere apologies to the stadium management and we will take steps to replace the damaged seats.”
THE Zambia Under -20 men’s national team has safely landed in Cairo ahead of 2025 TotalEnergies Egypt Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) U20 tournament that swings into action this week. The team plus officials touched down at the Cairo International Airport at exactly 10:50 hours local time and are expected to have their loosening up this evening. FAZ has secured an international friendly for the junior Chipolopolo against Ghana, set for 18:00 hours kick off tomorrow. The friendly will help the technical bench gauge the preparedness of the team ahead of the tournament that swings into action on Thursday. Zambia has been drawn into Group A, alongside hosts Egypt, Sierra Leone, South Africa, and Tanzania, in the tournament scheduled from April 27 to May 18. The Mulwanda tutored side will open their AFCON journey on April 27 against hosts Egypt at the Cairo International Stadium. Switzerland based Joseph Sabobo Banda leads five other foreign-based players that include Joseph Liteta,Frank Chileshe, Andrew Mulenga), Bonephanseo Phiri and Aaron Mbemba are expected to join the rest of the team before Wednesday. By FAZ Media