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26/08/2025

Samukonga Secures Back-to-Back Diamond League Final Appearances
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Muzala Samukonga continues to make his mark among the best, if not the fastest, in World Athletics, making back-to-back appearances in the prestigious Wanda Diamond League Finals. After debuting in 2024, where he clocked 44.49 seconds to claim third place in the Men’s 400m Final, the Zambian sprinter now returns for another shot at the title. This time, he’s set to line up in Zurich, Switzerland, for the 2025 Men’s 400m Final.

Heading into the race as one of the favorites, Samukonga holds the third-fastest season best of 2025 at 44.11 seconds among the competitors. The Zurich showdown has been labelled as a real test before the World Championships in Tokyo, where from 13–21 September, more than 2,000 athletes from nearly 200 countries will gather for the ultimate stage in track and field.

As always, we send our best wishes to Samukonga. He carries the hopes of a nation, and Zambia will be right behind him when he takes to the track in Zurich at 18:42hrs on Thursday, 27th August 2025.

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22/08/2025

WHEN IS THE RIGHT TIME FOR A CLUB TO LET A PLAYER GO?

When is the right time for a club to let a player go? Does a player’s resignation indicate a stable or unstable relationship between the player (employee) and the club (employer)? These are the questions that come to mind following the ongoing impasse between South African club Mamelodi Sundowns and Brazilian star Lucas Ribeiro Costa.

Ribeiro, who only days ago scored the Goal of the Tournament at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, has found himself at the center of one of the most talked-about football disputes this year. For me, this is not just a case of following headlines; it’s about research, reflection, and building knowledge for steady progress in this profession.

One thing is clear, we will never have the full story from everyone involved. In football, as in life, no one wants to be seen as the villain.

What Happened?

According to several reports, including an article by Ben Collins of the BBC , Lucas Ribeiro Costa has terminated his contract with Mamelodi Sundowns F.C.. The move, his legal team argues, could make him the first footballer to benefit from Lassana Diarra's landmark legal victory against FIFA.

Belgian lawyer Jean-Louis Dupont, representing the 26-year-old, stated that Qatar SC had tabled an offer “well above the player's valuation” and that Ribeiro wished to join the Qatari top-flight club.

However, the BBC report claims Sundowns “attempted to drive up the price, again and again, in an unreasonable manner, without any regard for the player's personal interests, which made the deal impossible.”

Ribeiro went on to terminate his contract, originally set to run until 2028, on August 1. Now, the former Charleroi and Beveren forward has “no other choice” but to defend his case before a FIFA tribunal.

The Club’s Response

Mamelodi Sundowns, on the other hand, released a statement saying:

“Mamelodi Sundowns has received enquiries, particularly after the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, from several prominent football clubs expressing an interest in acquiring the services of certain Sundowns players. Mamelodi Sundowns is committed to continuing these discussions and negotiations, as part of its policy and deep commitment to advance the interests of the players and the Club, as well as fulfilling the objectives and interests of all parties.”

Adding more intrigue, the club’s supporters’ social media page claimed that Lucas Ribeiro is simply waiting for Sundowns to issue his International Transfer Certificate so he can move. If true, the next question is: will this be a free transfer due to the terminated contract, or did Sundowns miss an opportunity to negotiate?

Lessons for the Football World

In my opinion, transfers in football should always be a win-win situation for all parties involved. Sadly, this isn’t always how things play out.

For those of us in the business of football, these cases are lessons that should be studied attentively. Perhaps one day we can also reflect on the Alexander Isak– Newcastle United Football Club standoff with the same analytical eye. Until then, the Ribeiro case will continue to test how far clubs and players are willing to push the boundaries of contracts, loyalty, and the business of the beautiful game.

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09/08/2025

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09/08/2025

19/07/2025

Copper Queens Forever!

Yes, Zambia lost, embarrassingly so, to a tactically well-prepared Nigerian side.

But that doesn’t mean we turn our backs on our flag bearers.

Not now. Not ever.

This is sport. Sometimes we dance in celebration together, and other times, we carry the heavy burden of defeat together.

Through the wins, the heartbreaks, and everything in between, our pride remains unshaken.

This is not the end. It’s just another chapter in a story still being written.

Zambia stands with you. Always!

We fall so we can rise again. And rise, we shall.

17/07/2025

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09/07/2025

Zambia record first win at 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

With this result, the Copper Queens go top of Group A!

My heart was racing!

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06/07/2025

Senegal climb to top of group A after thrashing DR Congo by 4 Goals to nil.

Zambia will play Senegal on Wednesday 9th July 2025.

03/07/2025

Two Arenas. One Nation. A July 5th to Remember.
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The world’s best-performing track athletes will be in Eugene, Oregon, for the 50th edition of the Prefontaine Classic, the Eugene leg of the Diamond League circuit.

Zambia’s Muzala Samukonga, arguably the best-performing Zambian athlete on the international scene, will be competing in the Men’s 400m essentially a rematch of the final at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The lineup features the top five ranked runners in the world: Team USA’s Quincy Hall (World No. 1), Team GB’s Matthew Hudson-Smith (No. 2), Samukonga himself (No. 3), world-renowned Grenadian sprinter Kirani James (No. 4), and World Indoor Champion Christopher Bailey (No. 5).

Wow! What a race this promises to be, especially for sport-loving Zambians who know that Samukonga delivers when it matters most. This is one showdown you won’t want to miss!

However, that’s just one highlight for the Zambian sports community on Saturday, July 5th, 2025.

While Samukonga takes on the world’s best in Oregon, back on the African Continent, the Copper Queens prepare to ignite their own stage.

Fresh off the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and following several low-profile engagements, the Zambia Women’s National Team, popularly known as the Copper Queens, will kick off their campaign at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations against hosts Morocco at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat.

Even more exciting is the chance to watch Africa’s reigning Female Footballer of the Year, Barbra Banda, shine on the continent’s biggest stage, alongside star striker Racheal Kundananji and the new kid on the block, Fridah Mukoma.

The opening match of the championship is scheduled for 22:00 Zambian Time (GMT+2). The team is placed in Group A, where they will also face Senegal and DR Congo.

Double joy for 5th July! What are your predictions for both competitions?
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03/07/2025

Fashion Sakala’s Game-Changing Community Efforts
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The impact of professional athletes often extends far beyond the field, with their actions off the pitch offering a different kind of inspiration.

Fashion Sakala jnr, a Zambian professional footballer currently playing as a forward for Al-Fayha FC in the Saudi Pro League and a proud representative of the Zambia national team, is showing how powerful that impact can be.

Through the annual Fashion Sakala Provincial Cup, he brings together 54 football teams from Zambia’s Eastern Province, creating a platform that celebrates sport, unity, and community empowerment.

But what truly stands out is what happens beyond the game.

Sakala has used this platform to support his community in tangible, heartfelt ways, donating food packages, wheelchairs, blankets, and more to those in need. It’s a model of purpose-driven leadership that speaks volumes, not only in sport but in service.

This kind of contribution often goes unspoken, but it matters.

As the saying goes, “Give credit where it’s due.” Today, we recognize Fashion Sakala for his commitment to giving back and investing in a legacy that goes far beyond trophies.

Hope to see you back in the National Team Squad.

07/01/2025

Top Sports Moments of the Year 2024 | By Felix Munyika

At Number 3: From Olympic Heartbreak to Champions’ Glory

As we continue our countdown of the Top Sports Moments of 2024 for Zambian sports, we’ve reached an unforgettable story of resilience at Number 3. This moment reminds us that no matter how hard one falls, there’s always a chance to rise and achieve the extraordinary.

Let’s dive in!

At the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Team Zambia faced a slow start despite soaring expectations. It took a few days for the first victory to arrive, and it came courtesy of none other than sensational boxer Patrick 'Baddo' Chinyemba. On July 30, 2024, Baddo defeated India’s Amit Amit in the Round of 16 with a 4-1 split decision, advancing to the quarterfinals and coming within one step of the coveted medal bracket.

Baddo’s preparation and determination had made him a favorite to win a medal, especially as he was the first Zambian athlete to qualify for Paris 2024, securing his spot a year earlier. But the Olympic Games are the pinnacle of global sports anything can happen, and as they say, expect the unexpected.

On August 2, 2024, Baddo faced Cape Verde’s David de Pina in the quarterfinals. The bout was a nail-biter, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. Unfortunately, Baddo lost via unanimous points decision, sending shockwaves through the Zambian sports fraternity and the global boxing world. Personally, I was heartbroken, but like Baddo, I applauded de Pina’s performance. De Pina went on to secure Cape Verde’s first-ever Olympic medal, a remarkable achievement.

While Baddo’s Olympic journey ended there, his story didn’t. Instead of dwelling on defeat, he regrouped, trained harder, and focused on his next challenge. The opportunity for redemption came soon: a fight for the African Flyweight Continental Title under the International Boxing Association (IBA). Originally slated to face de Pina again, the bout was reshuffled, and Baddo found himself up against Ghana’s Theophilus ‘Lopez’ Allotey.

On August 17, 2024, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Baddo made history. Fighting at the Adwa Museum Hall during the first-ever IBA Champions’ Night staged in Africa, Baddo captured the IBA African Flyweight title with a stunning fourth-round technical knockout. This victory marked a perfect conclusion to his 2024 competition schedule, which started with his African Games gold medal and culminated in his crowning as the first-ever IBA African Flyweight Champion.

With this victory, Baddo proved once again why he is Zambia’s boxing poster boy. But he isn’t stopping here. He still dreams of claiming an Olympic medal, and with Los Angeles 2028 on the horizon, it feels like a question of when, not if.

What do you think of this iconic moment in Zambian sports, ranked Number 3? Let’s keep the conversation alive in the comments section!
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