FORMER Chipolopolo captain Christopher Katongo has called for patience and a structured national scouting programme if Zambian football is to return to its glory days. Speaking on the future of the national team, the 2012 AFCON-winning skipper stressed that quick fixes will not deliver lasting success, insisting that Zambia must commit to a long-term development project centred on identifying and nurturing young talent across the country. The former Nkana FC assistant coach believes the foundation of any revival must begin with a proper nationwide scouting exercise, followed by a clear five-to-seven-year plan designed to allow players to grow together as a unit. “If as a nation we want our Copper Bullets to start producing results like we did, we need...
