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Copper Princesses Begin Final Push for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualification
16.06.2026 | Football DNA Zambia Under-17 Women’s National Team head coach Carol Kanyemba has named a 35-member provisional squad ahead of the decisive final qualification round for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The Copper Princesses will face Ethiopia in a two-legged tie, with the first leg scheduled for July 4 at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola, before travelling for the return fixture a week later. Zambia booked their place in the final qualifying round after overcoming


Lameck Banda Extends Lecce Stay Until 2027 After Standout Serie A Season
11.06.2026 | Football DNA Zambian international Lameck Banda has officially committed his future to Serie A side US Lecce, signing a contract extension that will keep him at the club until June 2027. The announcement confirms Lecce’s confidence in the winger, who has become an increasingly important figure since joining the Italian top flight. Key player in Lecce’s survival battle The extension comes after a strong campaign in which Banda played a crucial role in helping Lecc


NATIONAL HEROES STADIUM TURF PASSES INSPECTION, READY FOR JULY RETURN
03.06.2026 | Football DNA The National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka has received a major boost after its playing surface was officially certified fit for use following extensive rehabilitation works. The stadium's hybrid turf had suffered significant damage due to an army worm infestation last month, prompting urgent restoration efforts to ensure the facility meets the required standards for competitive football. Following an inspection of the pitch, Youth, Sport and Arts Permane
Crispin Ngulube
Jun 3
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Copper Princesses Begin Final Push for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualification
16.06.2026 | Football DNA Zambia Under-17 Women’s National Team head coach Carol Kanyemba has named a 35-member provisional squad ahead of the decisive final qualification round for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The Copper Princesses will face Ethiopia in a two-legged tie, with the first leg scheduled for July 4 at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola, before travelling for the return fixture a week later. Zambia booked their place in the final qualifying round after overcoming


Lameck Banda Extends Lecce Stay Until 2027 After Standout Serie A Season
11.06.2026 | Football DNA Zambian international Lameck Banda has officially committed his future to Serie A side US Lecce, signing a contract extension that will keep him at the club until June 2027. The announcement confirms Lecce’s confidence in the winger, who has become an increasingly important figure since joining the Italian top flight. Key player in Lecce’s survival battle The extension comes after a strong campaign in which Banda played a crucial role in helping Lecc


NATIONAL HEROES STADIUM TURF PASSES INSPECTION, READY FOR JULY RETURN
03.06.2026 | Football DNA The National Heroes Stadium in Lusaka has received a major boost after its playing surface was officially certified fit for use following extensive rehabilitation works. The stadium's hybrid turf had suffered significant damage due to an army worm infestation last month, prompting urgent restoration efforts to ensure the facility meets the required standards for competitive football. Following an inspection of the pitch, Youth, Sport and Arts Permane
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