THE Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has officially confirmed Coach Wedson Nyirenda as head of the technical bench for the national team ahead of the 2025 Hollywoodbets COSAFA Championship. The seasoned tactician, who also leads the Championship of African Nations (CHAN) squad, has announced a 35-member provisional team composed entirely of local talent. Set to take place from June 4 to June 15 in Bloemfontein, South Africa, the COSAFA Cup serves as a critical component of Zambia’s preparations for two major competitions, the 2024 CHAN tournament scheduled for August and the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in September. Zambia will look to bounce back from a disappointing group-stage exit in the previous edition, with the new squad expected to bring...