U-20 squad secures spot in 2025 AFCON, prepares for COSAFA final

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has extended its congratulations to the national under-20 boys' team following their qualification for the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations championship.

FAZ President Andrew Kamanga expressed pride in the team's back-to-back qualification, calling it a significant achievement for both the association and the nation.

As the young Chipolopolo prepare for the COSAFA championship final against South Africa on Saturday, defender Happy Nsiku acknowledged the challenge ahead. He emphasised the importance of preventing goals against the South African side.

Goalkeeper Levison Banda has set a personal goal to be the first to keep a clean sheet against South Africa, who have netted an impressive 14 goals in just four matches.

Assistant Coach Sipho Mumbi revealed that the technical bench is focusing on strengthening the defence and implementing winning tactics in the time remaining before the final.

The match promises to be a thrilling encounter between Zambia's determined squad and South Africa's high-scoring team.