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FIFA’s Setting the Pace, benchmarking report fourth edition published 

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The World Football Governing body, FIFA on Monday, published the fourth edition of its Setting the Pace benchmarking report, offering an insight into the women’s football landscape.
The report covers 86 leagues and 669 clubs — a jump from just 34 leagues and 316 clubs respectively which were analyzed in the 2023 edition. 
The report endeavours to look at what has led to the improvement in Women’s Football and what can improve as the Women’s game keeps moving from strength to strength. 
In a sporting sense FIFA found out that, On average;
In light of the expansive findings detailed in the report, edition four of Setting the Pace offers 15 recommendations for the consideration of leagues and clubs. These recommendations cover all six topic areas, and include insights into season lengths, player and coach pathways, safeguarding, strategy development, contracts, maternity regulations, broadcast and social media, and more. 
One of the recommendations given is that to unlock funding opportunities through the FIFA Forward Regulations, leagues must meet specific criteria, including a minimum duration of six months, 90 matches played and ten participating teams. Currently, 44% of leagues fulfil these requirements. 
Meanwhile MAs that have not yet met these subcriteria can seek support through the FIFA Women’s Football Development Programme to bridge the gap and access valuable resources.
In December last year, FIFA announced Global Benchmarking of Women’s Leagues as a new programme within its Women’s Development Programme structure through to 2027 – the year of the next FIFA Women’s World Cup™ in Brazil. 
By committing to conduct regular, in-depth research into women’s club football and to provide additional insights to Member Associations via a dedicated digital dashboard, FIFA underscored its commitment to helping enhance the overall quality and competitiveness of women’s leagues worldwide through intentional and insightful research and analysis.
With Women’s Football growing in Zambia, the report can help to gauge where the country is and act as a blueprint on where to go next. 
The Eden University Women’s Super League and the National Division One can both benefit from the recommendations given by FIFA. 
Read the Full Report Here ;




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Copper Princesses off to Togo 

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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 




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ZPL refers derby, Kabwe Warriors v NAPSA incidents to Disciplinary Committee, FAZ hint on harsh punishment as Nkana offer to replace damaged seats 

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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.”




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The Junior Chipolopolo jet into Cairo

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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.
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