Kenyan international striker Jesse Were doesn’t expect history to repeat itself when ZESCO United face Forest Rangers in the Ndola derby on Sunday at the Levy Mwanawasa stadium, Ndola. In recent years, a clash between the two sides has almost become predictable among the games local faithful with Forest Rangers dominating results on the road while ZESCO United dictating the …

ZESCO United midfielder, John Ching’andu is another typical example of a modern-day midfielder whose wizardly and intelligence in the middle of the park can determine the outcome of any football match. A product of ZESCO United football club youth system, the midfield genius embodies the club’s philosophy of possession and attacking football largely dictated in the middle of the park. …

19-year-old Edward Lungu recently made the biggest move of his fledgling career from Kitwe United to Zambian league giants ZESCO United. Small in stature, skillful, devastatingly quick in the wings and a good eye for goals, Lungu comes with his own nickname coined by the uncompromising ‘Buchi Boys’ supporters. ‘Mosquito’ is the name that sums up Lungu’s features. The young …

Donashano Malama may not be the most talked about player in football circles. However, the former Nkana and now ZESCO United defensive midfielder is a true definition of a workaholic on the pitch. Malama’s no-nonsense approach towards work makes him arguably the best custodian to entrust with protecting the midfield. He can tackle, track back, counter attack when goings on …

ZESCO United goalkeeper, Ian Otieno can be the biggest difference between winning and losing a game. A top-class goalkeeper, the Kenyan international shot stopper has been a great signing for the 9-times MTN Super League champions. Otieno often cuts a low profile. However, he belongs to a class of emerging talented goalkeepers on the continent. On match day, Otieno is …

ZESCO United Head Coach Numba Mumamba expects a highly competitive game when the league champions meet their fiercest rivals Forest Rangers in Sunday’s Ndola Derby clash. Mumamba hopes Sunday’ s game will be a turning point in the team’s quest to mount a serious charge towards the 2021/22 league title. “I am expecting an explosive encounter especially that this is …

Football fans are in a constant habit of showering their star players with various nicknames. This ritual is often triggered by playing style and sometimes the features that a player exudes on the pitch. This practice dates back several ages ago when football was just in its infancy. The trend continues with each passing generation. Nchanga Rangers fans are famously …

“It is amazing and motivating to see Mwepu, Daka and Fashion making an impact in Europe. Their progress in Europe shows that any Zambian player can be successful provided they remain disciplined and focused,” says ZESCO United attacking midfielder, Mukuka Chanda. Like many young footballers with humble beginnings, Mukuka’s sharp rise in the game has not only been exacerbated by …

It is another special week of the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifying series involving various National teams across the globe. As the journey to Qatar reaches fever pitch, clubs Worldwide have been compelled to release some of their star players for this coveted journey to the most spectacular global competition. Zambian Super League giants, ZESCO United have so far …

ZESCO United Head Coach Numba Mumamba has bemoaned his sides goalscoring drought following a disappointing 0-2 defeat to Green Eagles in Saturdays MTN Super League week 10 fixture held at the Levy Mwanawasa. Two second half goals from Warren Kunda and Derrick Bulaya ensured that Green Eagles recorded a rare victory at the Levy Mwanawasa stadium against the current Zambian …