CHIPOLOPOLO, still nursing their wounds from the 2-1 thrashing by Morocco, return to the fray this evening, hoping to redeem themselves against Tanzania at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola.
It’s a must-win game, not just for the team to keep the dream of a maiden World Cup appearance alive, but also to convince the public that they are worth supporting.
Zambia’s World Cup qualifying campaign has been a rollercoaster ride so far, with two defeats and a solitary win leaving them clinging to second spot in Group E with three precious points.
But, remarkably, they find themselves perched atop a trio of rivals – Tanzania, Niger, and Congo Brazzaville – courtesy of a superior goal difference.
Meanwhile, Morocco, the reigning World Cup semifinalists, have set the pace with maximum points from two games, their victories over Tanzania and Zambia pointing to the North Africans’ formidable prowess.
Tonight, the stage is set for a thrilling rematch between Zambia and Tanzania, five months after their stalemate at the AFCON tournament.
This clash of neighboring nations promises to be a high-stakes showdown, with each side eager to settle old scores and claim bragging rights in the footballing rivalry.
By Elesani Phiri
Kalemba June 11, 2024
