05.11.2025 | Football DNA ⚽️ The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) announced that former Chipolopolo defender and long-serving assistant coach Moses Sichone has been appointed as the new head coach of the Zambia national football team. According to the association, Sichone will be assisted by his former teammates Andrew Sinkala and Perry Mutapa. Sinkala, who has been based in Germany, joins the national setup alongside Mutapa, who currently serves as head coach of Green Ea

04.11.2025 | Football DNA ⚽️ Zambia U17 Coach Dennis Makinka Zambia Under-17 head coach Dennis Makinka has commended his players for their fighting spirit following a 3-1 comeback victory against Indonesia in their opening match at the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar. Zambia appeared to have made a dream start when Mapalo Simute found the back of the net just 24 seconds into the match, connecting with a Kelvin Chipelu cross. However, their celebrations were short-lived as V

02.11.2025 | Football DNA The Zambian government has reportedly indicated that its main focus is on rebuilding a strong Senior Men’s National Football Team rather than exerting pressure on winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). According to Sports Minister Elvis Nkandu, the Chipolopolo squad is said to be going through a period of instability, and the emphasis should therefore be on developing a team that can bring honors in the future. He is reported to have explain

01.11.2025 | Football DNA ⚽️ South Africa legend Mlungisi Ngubane has questioned the South African Football Association’s (SAFA) decision to line up a friendly match against Zambia, arguing that Bafana Bafana should be testing themselves against stronger opponents ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ngubane believes that while Zambia remains a respected side on the continent, the fixture does not serve South Africa’s broader ambitions of competing at the highest level globally.

29.10.2025 | Football DNA The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has announced a mutual separation with Chipolopolo coach Avram Grant, bringing an end to his tenure as head coach of the Zambia Senior Men’s National Team. FAZ General Secretary Machacha Shepande stated that both parties agreed to the separation in order to chart a new way forward for the Chipolopolo. “The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has agreed to mutually separate with Zambia Senior Men’s National Te

29.10.2025 | Football DNA Zambia head coach Avram Grant has expressed confidence that the Chipolopolo are ready to make a strong impression at the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Speaking to CAFOnline.com, Grant said the team was approaching the tournament with a sense of ambition and realism, adding that proper preparation and team unity would be crucial if Zambia were to reach the knockout stages. “We’re preparing properly this time,” Grant stated.

26.10.2025 | Football DNA Zambia National U17 Women Coach Carol Kanyemba Daka The Copper Princesses produced a breathtaking performance to demolish New Zealand 🇳🇿 4–0, sealing their place in the knockout stages of the ongoing FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco 🇲🇦 — a historic first for Zambia at this level. Just days after celebrating the nation’s 61st Independence Anniversary, the young Zambian side delivered a performance full of flair, confidence, and determination

25.10.2025 | Football DNA ⚽️ The Copper Queens are gearing up for a decisive clash against Namibia on Sunday as they aim to secure their spot at the Morocco 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). With a 4-2 lead from the first leg in Soweto, Zambia heads into the return leg at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium confident but aware that the job is far from done. Speaking at a pre-match press conference, captain Rachael Kundananji emphasized the team’s determination. "The team is ready

25.10.2025 | Football DNA Power Dynamos have officially booked their place in the CAF Champions League group stages after a 1–1 draw against Vipers SC at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola on Friday afternoon, sealing a 3–2 aggregate victory. Head coach Oswald Mutapa has challenged his players to raise their ambitions as they prepare for the next phase of continental football. “Football is dynamic; benchmarks change. We wanted to reach the group stages — we’re there now. So, do

24.10.2025 | Football DNA Power Dynamos head coach Oswald Mutapa says he is pleased with the positive mental attitude his players have shown ahead of tomorrow’s crucial CAF Confederation Cup clash against Uganda’s Vipers SC. Mutapa, however, remains cautious, warning his side not to be complacent following their 2–1 away victory in Kampala two weeks ago. “Yes, we won the game away in Uganda, but for us that was just the first half of the tie. We still have the second half to

20.10.2025 | Football DNA ⚽️ Zanaco FC head coach Numba Mumamba has sent a strong message to MTN Super League rivals following his side’s hard-fought 1-0 victory away to Konkola Blades on Saturday. Brian Kabika struck the decisive goal in the 81st minute, earning all three points for the Bankers and extending their unbeaten run in the league. Speaking after the match, a confident Numba expressed belief in his team’s consistency and resilience, declaring that Zanaco will be a

19.10.2025 | Football DNA ⚽️ FAZ President Keith Mweemba has expressed deep disappointment over what he termed an “act of sabotage” following the unexpected cancellation of a planned international friendly between the Zambia Under-17 Women’s National Team and Morocco. Speaking in an interview, Mweemba disclosed that the Football Association of Zambia had lined up three high-profile international friendlies for the Copper Princesses as part of their preparations for the upcomi

15.10.2025 | Football DNA Copper Queens coach Nora Häuptle has named a 25-member provisional squad for the crucial back-to-back 2026 Morocco Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers against Namibia. Zambia will play the first leg away on October 22 at Dobsonville Stadium in South Africa, before hosting the return leg on October 26 at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola. The aggregate winner will earn a coveted spot at the WAFCON finals, where the top four teams will auto

14.10.2025 | Football DNA Chipolopolo Soccer Fans Association Chairman, Yotham Mwanza, has called for the immediate resignation of Zambia national team coach Avram Grant, saying his performance has failed to meet the nation’s expectations. Mwanza said Zambians have grown frustrated with the team’s results under Grant, adding that if the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) is hesitant to terminate his contract due to financial implications, fans are ready to contribute K10 ea

14.10.2025 | Football DNA ⚽️ FAZ Vice-President Mutale Ng’andu has confirmed that the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) lost over K2 million in revenue due to suspected black market ticket sales during the sold-out World Cup qualifier between Zambia and Morocco on September 8, 2025. Speaking to journalists in Ndola yesterday, Ng’andu reportedly said that the association had projected to raise about K4 million from the match but only managed to collect K1.2 million. He is s

13.10.2025 | Football DNA The Government of Zambia, through the Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts and the National Sports Council of Zambia (NSCZ), has reportedly suspended financial support to the senior men’s national football team following a string of poor performances in recent international matches. In a statement issued on 13 October 2025, NSCZ Director and Chief Executive Officer Sombwa Knox Musunsa is said to have announced that the government had decided to withdraw

11.10.2025 | Football DNA ⚽️ The stage is set for an exciting Group E FIFA World Cup qualifier as the Chipolopolo host Niger at Levy...

09.10.2025 | Football DNA ⚽️ Zambian international Prisca Chilufya is on the move once again! The talented forward has officially joined...

09.10.2025 | Football DNA Avram Grant Zambia National Team Coach Chipolopolo coach Avram Grant admitted he was not entirely pleased with...

07.10.2025 | Football DNA ⚽️ The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has announced key changes to the technical bench of the Under-17...