A public war of words has erupted between Chipolopolo captain Fashion Sakala and former Zambia national team striker Clifford Mulenga, following controversial remarks linked to Zambia’s poor showing at the 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The exchange began after Mulenga alleged that Sakala’s preparation before Zambia’s crucial match against Morocco was questionable, claiming the forward suffered a reaction after eating caterpillars. “Apparently he ate caterpillars and had a huge reaction. A delicacy he’s never ever had in his entire life. He chose to eat them before the biggest game of the tournament for his country,” Mulenga wrote in a social media post, which was accompanied by clown emojis. Mulenga further criticised the technical bench, stating that...

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