Sichone To Lead Chipopolo AFCON 2025 Charge
The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has confirmed the appointment of Moses Sichone as the interim head coach of the Chipolopolo, leading the national team into the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco this December.
Sichone — a former Zambia international and long-serving assistant coach — takes over from Avram Grant, whose tenure ended last month following a mutual agreement with FAZ.
⚽ A Homegrown Coaching Setup
In a move that underscores FAZ’s commitment to continuity and local expertise, the new technical bench is made up entirely of former Zambian internationals — players who once donned the Chipolopolo shirt with pride and now step forward to guide the next generation.
The new setup includes:
- Head Coach: Moses Sichone
- First Assistant Coach: Andrew Sinkala
- Second Assistant Coach: Perry Mutapa
- Goalkeeper Coach: Kennedy Mweene
- Physical Trainer: Joseph Musonda
- Strikers Coach: Noel Mwandila
This all-local technical team reflects FAZ’s broader vision to empower Zambian coaches and build a strong national football identity grounded in local knowledge, passion, and experience.
🇿🇲 Continuity, Stability, and Belief
Sichone’s elevation comes at a pivotal moment for Zambian football. The Chipolopolo have shown flashes of resurgence on the continental stage in recent years, but inconsistency has often hindered their progress.
FAZ believes the current structure — made up of players who understand the culture, language, and expectations of Zambian football — will bring renewed stability and unity to the national setup.
Sichone, who represented Zambia with distinction during his playing days, now carries the responsibility of leading the team through AFCON 2026 preparations — with fans and analysts alike calling for a return to the glory days of 2012.
🔜 Eyes on Morocco
With the TotalEnergies AFCON Morocco 2026 fast approaching, the task before Sichone and his technical team is clear: restore belief, sharpen competitiveness, and reignite the Chipolopolo’s spark on the biggest African stage.
Zambia will look to blend youthful energy with experience, hoping to deliver performances worthy of their storied history and passionate fan base.
