FAZ & ABSA Unveil K6.5 Million Absa Cup 2025 – Champions to Walk Away with K1,000,000

05.03.2025 | Football DNA

Zambian football fans are in for an exciting edition of the Absa Cup 2025, as the tournament receives a major financial boost, with the champions set to take home K1,000,000, up from K800,000 in 2024. The runners-up will also enjoy an increase, now receiving K400,000, compared to last year’s K350,000.

This year’s Absa Cup will feature 21 teams, marking the second time in the tournament’s history that provincial teams will have a shot at the coveted trophy. The competition will consist of 10 provincial teams, seven MTN Super League teams, and four ZPL National League teams, making it a truly inclusive and competitive event.

Increased Sponsorship & New Incentives

Speaking at the official launch and draw held at Absa House, Absa Bank Zambia PLC Managing Director Mizinga Melu announced that the tournament sponsorship has grown from K5.5 million in 2024 to K6.5 million this year.

“This increase in prize money is a testament to our commitment to uplifting Zambian football and ensuring that clubs have the resources to grow. Furthermore, we are excited to introduce additional incentives to recognize individual brilliance on the field,” said Melu.

She also encouraged teams to play with passion and integrity while urging fans to continue supporting the competition to make Absa Cup 2025 the best edition yet.

FAZ Applauds Absa’s Commitment to Football

Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) President Andrew Kamanga praised Absa Bank for incorporating FAZ’s decentralization initiative by allowing provincial champions to compete in the tournament.

“We have no doubt that this year’s tournament will be even bigger and better. The presence of provincial teams will generate additional interest from fans across the country. We are happy to witness the manifestation of decentralization through tournaments like this, which is part of what we envisaged when we undertook this journey in 2021,” Kamanga stated.

He also called on other corporate entities to follow Absa’s example by investing in Zambian football, emphasizing that national teams and leagues are in need of sponsorship.

Tournament Schedule & Fixtures

The Absa Cup 2025 will officially kick off with the Preliminary Round on March 15-16, followed by the Round of 16 on April 5-6.

Preliminary Round (March 15-16)

📍 Arthur Davies Stadium, Kitwe

Bart’s FC vs Teta FC

Solwezi Academy vs Mathkat United

Makeni All Stars vs Muchinga Police Blue Eagles

📍 Nkoloma Stadium, Lusaka

Roan United vs Young Nkwazi

Nangweshi Pirates vs Air Power

Round of 16 (April 5-6)

Bart’s FC/Teta FC vs ZESCO United

Solwezi Academy/Mathkat United vs Konkola Blades

Roan United/Young Nkwazi vs Nkana FC

Kansanshi Dynamos vs Green Buffaloes

Mpulungu Harbour vs Red Arrows

Prison Leopards vs Green Eagles

Makeni All Stars/Muchinga Police Blue Eagles vs Kabwe Warriors

Nangweshi Pirates/Air Power vs Power Dynamos

Absa Cup 2025 Prize Breakdown

🏆 Winning Team – K1,000,000

🥈 Runners-up – K400,000

⭐ Player of the Tournament – K25,000

⚽ Golden Boot (Top Scorer) – K25,000

🧤 Golden Glove (Best Goalkeeper) – K25,000

🏅 Man of the Match – K5,000 (Preliminary Round to Round of 16)

💰 Quarter-Final, Semi-Final & Final Man of the Match – K15,000

🚌 Travel Subsidy – K30,000 – K50,000 (depending on distance)

With a revamped format, increased prize money, and a strong commitment to growing Zambian football, the Absa Cup 2025 promises to be an electrifying competition.

Who do you think will take home the grand prize? Let us know in the comments! ⚽🔥