Zambia
Zambia

2026

Zambia

Founded in 1946 (80 years ago)

National Heroes Stadium (60 000)|Lusaka Province|Zambia

The Zambia national football team represents Zambia in association football and is governed by the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ). During the 1980s, they were known as the KK 11, after founding president Dr. Kenneth Kaunda ("KK") who ruled Zambia from 1964 to 1991.

After the country adopted multiparty politics, the side was nicknamed Chipolopolo, the "Copper Bullets". The team has three Africa Cup of Nations final appearances to its credit. They were once holders of the Africa Cup of Nations, winning in the 2012 final against Ivory Coast.

After the departure of George Lwandamina in 2016, Wedson Nyirenda was appointed interim coach. In January 2017 Nyirenda was appointed on a permanent basis. On 6 July 2018, FAZ announced the appointment of Sven Vandenbroeck as their new coach.

The 38-year-old Belgian replaced Nyirenda who resigned two months earlier to join South African side Baroka FC.

Finished matches

Last known lineup

Zambia

7
AlbertDeddo Kangwanda Jr.
Junior Sakala
JuniorSakala
Kingstone Mutandwa
KingstoneMutandwa
28
DavidSimukonda
21
DominicChanda
16
WillardMwanza

FAQ

Who are Zambia?

Zambia is a football team Zambia competing in Friendlies.

Where does Zambia play?

Zambia plays at National Heroes Stadium Lusaka Province, Zambia.

When was Zambia founded?

Zambia was founded in 1946.