Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) President Andrew Kamanga remains hopeful that the new 2020-21 league season will kick-off next month as planned after lockdown regulations in the country are set to be eased. FAZ had to cut short the 2019-20 campaign as the rate of COVID-19 infection among players became clear, and tentatively set a
The COSAFA Show Episode 6 is out now!
LISTEN TO THE COSAFA SHOW EPISODE 6 NOW! Mamelodi Sundowns will take on Bloemfontein Celtic in the final of the Nedbank Cup on Saturday and on opposing sides will be Zambia goalkeeper Kennedy Mweene and Lesotho striker Motebang Sera. Mweene will vie for a starting place with fit-again Denis Onyango as he finished the Absa
The success of South Africa’s ‘bio-bubble’ a lesson for all
Dr Thulani Ngwenya, Chief Medical Officer of the South African Football Association, has given a fascinating insight into the ‘bio-bubble’ environment that allowed the country to complete their Premier Soccer League season. In a statement on his organisation’s website, Dr Ngwenya explains what went into ensuring this unique feat was a success, as he explains
COSAFA benefits from UEFA Assist programme
COSAFA President Dr Phillip Chiyangwa has expressed his delight and gratitude after the organisation were recently the beneficiaries of the UEFA Assist programme that will help greatly with football development in the region. UEFA Assist will partner with the COSAFA Under-15 Boys’ Championship that will be played in 2021, which is in line with the
FIFA launches programme to help develop women’s football
FIFA has launched a programme for member associations (MAs) to further develop women’s football on a sustainable basis whilst simultaneously pushing it forward into the mainstream. In line with FIFA’s Women’s Football Strategy, the FIFA Women’s Development Programme aims to provide all 211 member associations with the opportunity to apply for and access additional resources
Zambia Under-15 side gear up for Croatia outing
The Zambia Under-15 national team has stepped up preparations for the Croatia ‘Vlatko Markovic’ Eight-Nation Invitational tournament with the boys upbeat about the imminent European expedition. Coach Chisi Mbewe’s fledglings returned to business after back-to-back practice matches against City of Lusaka. Speaking to the FAZ Media team after the morning session at Nkoloma Stadium, Mbemba
Eswatini hopeful of a return to play in 2020
The Eswatini Football Association (EFA) is optimistic that all its national teams will be able to compete in competitions as the international bodies have already rolled out their plans. “We will prepare the national teams accordingly for the international competitions as it is important that we compete [and are not there] just to participate,” said
US Zilimadjo are 2019-20 Comoros league champions!
US Zilimadjo have been crowned the champions of the Comoros Islands after taking an unassailable lead in the national phase of the league competition. Zilimadjo came from behind to defeat Fomboni FC 2-1 as 37-year-old Kamal Djabir grabbed two goals in as many minutes in the second half of their clash. It had followed an
Flames striker Mhango brings the heat for Orlando Pirates
After enduring seven-match goal-drought, Flames striker Gabadinho Mhango rose to the occasion on Wednesday evening and scored in the 90th minute to earn Orlando Pirates a vital 1-0 win over Maritzburg United. After being relegated to the bench, Mhango stepped onto the pitch to replace Fortune Makaringe in the 83rd minute and his left-foot strike
Lesotho star Khutlang eager to help Black Leopards survive
Lesotho international Tumelo Khutlang is delighted to be back in the picture for Black Leopards having featured in all the last four matches since the resumption of the South African Absa Premiership. The 24-year-old forward had fallen out favour at the Limpopo side that has been changing and chopping coaches since the start of the