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Zambia/Cote d'Ivoire:
The Indomitable Spirit of Chipolopolo's Football
allAfrica, 13 February 2012
The indomitable spirit of Zambian football and a deep camaraderie were key factors behind their success at the African Nations Cup, coach Herve Renard said after the remarkable… Read more »
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Cote d'Ivoire/Zambia:
'We Lacked Efficiency' - Zahoui
CAF, 13 February 2012
Cote d'Ivoire coach Francois Zahoui has said his team paid the price for being inefficient in the loss to Zambia in the final of the 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday in… Read more »
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Zambia/Cote d'Ivoire:
Chipolopolo Fulfill Destiny and Win Africa Cup of Nations
CAF, 12 February 2012
Zambia won their first African title after beating Ivory Coast 8-7 on penalties during the final match of the Orange Africa Cup of Nations played at Stade de l'Amitie in… Read more »
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Zambia/Cote d'Ivoire:
Chipolopolo Win Thrilling Football Final in Dramatic Penalty Shoot-Out
allAfrica, 13 February 2012
Zambia outlasted Cote d'Ivoire 8-7 in a dramatic penalty shoot-out at the end of a thrilling final of the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations to claim their first-ever continental title on… Read more »
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Ghana/Zambia:
The Torment of Asamoah Gyan
allAfrica, 9 February 2012
The torment of Asamoah Gyan will be double after another vital penalty miss for Ghana and their resultant elimination from a major tournament. Read more »
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Zambia/Ghana:
Chipolopolo Inflict Shock Defeat On Black Stars to Reach AFCON Final
allAfrica, 8 February 2012
Zambia caused a major upset when they beat Ghana 1-0 in Bata on Wednesday to advance to the final of the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations. Read more »
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Ghana/Zambia:
Coach of Underdogs Starts War of Words Against Black Stars
allAfrica, 7 February 2012
Zambia coach Herve Renard is heaping praise, platitudes and the mantle of match favorites onto his opponents for Wednesday's Nations Cup semi-final, taking all the pressure off the… Read more »
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Zambia/Ghana:
Renard - 'We Won't Give Up for Anything'
CAF, 7 February 2012
"We won't give up for anything," these were the words of Zambian coach Herve Renard in an interview with Cafonline.com ahead of their semi final clash against Ghana on Wednesday at… Read more »
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Zambia:
Chipolopolo Eye Afcon Final
Times of Zambia, 6 February 2012
ZAMBIA coach Herve Renard says the Chipolopolo's chance to lift the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy has arrived and the team is not planning to give up for anything. Read more »
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Zambia:
Sata Hails Chipolopolo
Times of Zambia, 6 February 2012
PRESIDENT Michael Sata will send a high profiled delegation to represent him at the closing ceremony of the 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals on February 12 in… Read more »
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Zambia:
Two Die in Chipolopolo Victory Toast
Times of Zambia, 6 February 2012
A TWELVE-YEAR-OLD and an adult have died in Ndola while three others were seriously injured in a road traffic accident that happened when the five were celebrating the Zambia… Read more »
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Ghana/Zambia:
Renard Plays Down Talk of Ghana Pressure
GFA, 6 February 2012
Zambia coach Herve Renard says the Chipolopolo are not under any pressure going into the semi-final clash against Ghana on Wednesday. Read more »
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Zambia:
Chris Katongo Salutes Sata
Times of Zambia, 6 February 2012
ZAMBIA skipper Christopher Katongo has thanked President Michael Sata for recognising his efforts at the on-going Orange Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals here. Read more »
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Zambia:
Fans Laud Chipolopolo for Storming Semi-Finals
Times of Zambia, 6 February 2012
FANS and soccer pundits have lauded the Zambian team for qualifying for the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-finals after beating Sudan on Saturday night. Read more »
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Zambia/Sudan:
Anything but a Routine Win, Says Zambian Coach
allAfrica, 5 February 2012
Zambia might have eased their way to what looked a routine win over Sudan in their African Nations Cup quarter-final on Saturday but the winners are insisting it was anything but. Read more »
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Zambia/Equatorial Guinea:
It's Renard's Moment
Times of Zambia, 4 February 2012
COACH Herve Renard has said if Zambia reaches the 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-finals here, it will be the defining moment of his career. Read more »
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Tanzania:
Tricky Day for Cup Finalists As Quarters Get Underway
Citizen, 4 February 2012
After eight days of action-packed football, we are now left with a similar number of teams and now the quarterfinals of the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations are upon us. Zambia and Sudan… Read more »
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Zambia/Sudan:
Chipolopolo Stride Into Afcon Semi-Finals
allAfrica, 4 February 2012
Zambia strode into the African Nations Cup semi-finals with a one-sided 3-0 win over Sudan to book a last four place for the first time in 16 years. Read more »
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Zambia/Sudan:
Chipolopolo Seek to Banish Ghosts of Past
allAfrica, 3 February 2012
Zambia are seeking to banish the ghosts of the last 16 years by reaching the African Nations Cup semi-finals for the first time since 1996. Read more »
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Zambia/Equatorial Guinea:
Sport On - Big Boy Mayuka
Times of Zambia, 3 February 2012
THE on-going 2012 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) soccer finals in Gabon and Equatorial Guinea has surely catapulted Zambia forward Emmanuel Mayuka of Swiss side Young Boys to big… Read more »
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Zambia:
Minister Speaks Tough Against Indiscipline in Squad
Times of Zambia, 3 February 2012
GOVERNMENT has said it will not tolerate any more indiscipline in the Zambian delegation at the on-going 2012 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals here. Read more »
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Zambia:
Expelled Mulenga Speaks Out
Times of Zambia, 2 February 2012
EXPELLED Zambia soccer squad midfielder Clifford Mulenga has said he cannot change the decision by the team to eject him from camp at the on-going Orange 2012 African Cup of… Read more »
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Zambia:
Midfielder Banished From Squad
Times of Zambia, 1 February 2012
ZAMBIA midfielder Clifford Mulenga has been expelled from the Chipolopolo squad camp here at the 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) for alleged serious breach of the team's… Read more »
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Zambia:
Belgium Fans Praise Chipolopolo
Times of Zambia, 1 February 2012
SOCCER fans in Belgium have showered kudos on the Zambia soccer team for their impressive showing at the on-going 2012 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) soccer tournament. Read more »
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Zambia/Equatorial Guinea:
Renard Guns for Semi-Finals
Times of Zambia, 31 January 2012
AFTER sealing a last eight slot at the on-going Orange Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Zambia soccer coach Herve Renard has now set his sight on a semi-final berth for the… Read more »
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Zambia/Ghana:
Mulenga Expelled By Chipolopolo for Breaking Curfew
GFA, 31 January 2012
Zambia have kicked winger Clifford Mulenga out of their African Nations Cup squad for a breach of team rules, the country's football association said on Tuesday. Read more »
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Zambia:
Chikwanda Hails Squad
Times of Zambia, 31 January 2012
ACTING Republican president Alexander Chikwanda has on behalf of President Michael Sata applauded the Zambian soccer team for its splendid performance at the on-going African Cup… Read more »
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Libya/Zambia:
Country Enjoys Bittersweet Win as Zambia Top Group A
RNW Africa, 30 January 2012
Fairytale qualifiers Libya enjoyed a bittersweet day on Sunday, defeating Senegal for their first Africa Cup of Nations win since 1982, yet missing out on the quarter-finals. Read more »
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Zambia/Equatorial Guinea:
Chipolopolo Defeat Co-Hosts to Seal Top Slot in Group
allAfrica, 30 January 2012
Zambia coach Herve Renard says nobody should be surprised that his side topped their 2012 Africa Cup of Nations Group A. Read more »
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Zambia/Equatorial Guinea:
Chipolopolo Head for Cup of Nations Quarter-Finals
allAfrica, 29 January 2012
Chris Katongo scored for Zambia in a second successive game at the African Nations Cup finals to hand them top place in Group A after a 1-0 win over co-hosts Equatorial Guinea. Read more »
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Zambia/Equatorial Guinea:
Confident Chipolopolo Face Bullish Local Opponents
allAfrica, 28 January 2012
Zambia need just a point to ensure their qualification for the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals as they prepare to take on co-hosts Equatorial Guinea in their final Group… Read more »
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Zambia/Libya:
Afcon's Most Watchable Team Produces Splashy Thriller
allAfrica, 26 January 2012
There is perhaps a hint of irony that the best game of the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations so far was staged in the worst, almost unplayable, conditions. Read more »
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Libya/Zambia:
Coach Paqueta Happy to Remain in Contention
CAF, 26 January 2012
Libya coach Marcos Paqueta is a happy man to remain in contention for a place at the last eight at the ongoing 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations. Read more »
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Zambia/Libya:
Sodden Teams Splash to Afcon Tournament's First Draw
allAfrica, 25 January 2012
Zambia have been held to a 2-2 draw by Libya in a sodden 2012 Africa Cup of Nations Group A clash in Bata on Wednesday. Read more »
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Zambia/Libya:
Chipolopolo Fancied for Nations Cup Quarter-Finals
allAfrica, 24 January 2012
Zambia are heavily fancied to continue their winning start to the Africa Nations Cup finals and beat Libya in Bata on Wednesday, virtually assuring themselves a place in the… Read more »
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Zambia/Libya:
Country Goes for Broke Against Libya
Times of Zambia, 24 January 2012
COACH Herve Renard says Zambia needs to beat Libya come rain or shine in Wednesday's second Group A match at the on-going 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals, with… Read more »
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Zambia/Senegal:
'How We Tamed Teranga Lions'
Times of Zambia, 23 January 2012
After stunning pre-tournament favourites Senegal 2-1 in the 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) opener here last night, Zambia coach Herve Renard said self-belief and… Read more »
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Zambia/Senegal:
Fans Go Wild as Chipolopolo Win
Times of Zambia, 23 January 2012
Soccer fans were united in congratulating Zambia for beating Senegal 2-1 in the 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) opener, saying after passing the first test the… Read more »
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Zambia/Senegal:
Chipolopolo Seal 2-1 Victory Over Senegal
Citizen, 23 January 2012
Zambia weren't surprised when they upset Senegal 2-1 in the Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday. Emmanuel Mayuka put Zambia ahead with a header following a free kick in the 12th… Read more »
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Senegal/Zambia:
Defeat Will Wake Us Up - Senegal Coach
CAF, 22 January 2012
Senegal coach Amara Traore has sought to downplay the significance of his side s shock Africa Cup of Nations opening defeat to Zambia. Read more »
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Zambia/Senegal:
The Perils of Being Cup of Nations Favourites
allAfrica, 22 January 2012
Zambia brought the much-vaunted Senegal back down to earth with a jolt and emphasised early the vagaries of competition in the African Nations Cup on the opening day of the… Read more »
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Zambia/Senegal:
Copper Bullets Bring Down Lions of Teranga
allAfrica, 21 January 2012
Zambia produced an excellent first half display to beat one of the pre-tournament favourites Senegal 2-1 in their opening Group A clash at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations on… Read more »
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Zambia/Senegal:
Copper Bullets Shock Senegal to Go Top
CAF, 22 January 2012
The Chipolopolos of Zambia masterminded the major surprise of the 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations after beating Senegal 2-1 in their Group A encounter on Saturday at the Estadio… Read more »
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Zambia/Senegal:
Copper Bullets Shock Senegal After Surviving Onslaught
RNW Africa, 22 January 2012
Zambia survived a second-half Senegal onslaught to triumph 2-1 in Group A Saturday and create the first shock of the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations on the opening day. Read more »
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Senegal/Zambia:
Afcon Group Favourites Face Testing First Encounter
allAfrica, 20 January 2012
Senegal will put their status as many people's pre-tournament favourites to the test when they start their 2012 Africa Cup of Nations Group A campaign against Zambia at the Estadio… Read more »
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Africa:
Senegal, Zambia Tipped to Advance
Nation, 20 January 2012
None of the four teams in this group has celebrated continental glory. Zambia came so agonisingly close in 1994 when a newly constituted team reached the final and took an early… Read more »
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Zambia:
Afcon 'Mind Games' Greet Chipolopolo
Times of Zambia, 20 January 2012
THE Zambia soccer squad have been caught up in a disorganised mess by the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) since arrival here yesterday. Read more »
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Zambia/Gabon:
Bring us the Cup, Sata Tells Squad
Times of Zambia, 18 January 2012
REPUBLICAN President Michael Sata has sent a message of best wishes and support to the Zambia soccer team which yesterday left for Equatorial Guinea ahead of the 28th edition of… Read more »
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Zambia:
Team Vow to Honour 'Fallen Heroes'
CAF, 17 January 2012
Zambia goalkeeper Kennedy Mweene was just nine years old when news reached Lusaka that the 'pride of the nation' had perished off the west coast of Africa. An air force plane… Read more »
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Zambia/Senegal:
Coach Renard Plots Senegal's Downfall
Times of Zambia, 17 January 2012
AS the Zambia soccer squad wraps up its three-week extensive training programme today, coach Herve Renard says the Chipolopolo will need to be well-organised, strong and efficient… Read more »
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Kenya/Senegal:
Youths Impress in Dakar
Nation, 16 January 2012
They only had one hour to conjure up a formidable side for a friendly match against the Africa Cup of Nations-bound Senegal on Sunday night, but Kenya's Under-23 team was happy… Read more »
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Zambia:
Chipolopolo Off to Afcon
Times of Zambia, 18 January 2012
A CONFIDENT Zambia soccer squad today set off for its 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals battlefront in Equatorial Guinea after completing an extensive three-week… Read more »
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Namibia/Zambia:
Warriors Draw With Zambia
New Era, 16 January 2012
Following the disappointing decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) to uphold the Confederation of African Football (CAF) resolution to dismiss Namibia's protest… Read more »
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Zambia:
'Friendlies No Measure of Team's Preparedness'
Times of Zambia, 16 January 2012
FORMER FAZ technical committee chairperson Henschel Chitembeya says fans should not read too much into results of preparatory matches as they are not a yardstick to gauge a team's… Read more »
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Angola/Zambia:
Nation Triumphs, Zambia Held in Nations Cup
RNW Africa, 15 January 2012
Angola won and Zambia drew at the weekend in warm-up friendlies ahead of the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations kick-off next Saturday. Read more »
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Africa:
Mixed Fortunes for Angola and Zambia in Friendly Matches
CAF, 15 January 2012
Orange Africa Cup of Nations 2012- bound teams Angola and Zambia were engaged in friendly matches over the weekend. Angola won and Zambia drew in final warm-up friendlies ahead of… Read more »