UNDER 17 coach Ian Bakala says bowing out of AFCON is a big disappointment for his lads. The Junior Chipolopolo bowed out of the competition despite beating Morocco 2-1 in their last group match having lost their opening two fixtures of the competition. Zambia earned its first three points of the competition, but ended up bottom of the group with three points. South Africa edged Bakala’s men to third on head-to-head record. The young Chipolopolo’s chances were dashed even before kick off and were playing for pride in a bid to depart with their heads held high. Speaking during the post-match interview, Bakala described bowing out of the competition as painful and disappointing. “We are sad to bow out of...

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