NORA Hauptle says she does not understand why she was told not to return to the touchline during the second half of Zambia’s 2026 WAFCON Qualifiers first leg fixture against Namibia in Johannesburg, South Africa. Contrary to widespread reports suggesting that her absence from the technical bench was due to expired coaching documents, Hauptle clarified that all her coaching credentials are valid. “My sitting in the stands in the second half against Namibia had nothing to do with licences. I have a pro licence which is very valid, all my licences. I was just told not to return to the bench. I honestly don’t know what the issue is, but I hope it has been resolved,” Hauptle said. When asked...

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