Zambia FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Schedule, Squad, Live Stream
As soccer fever heats up with the Women’s FIFA World Cup 2023 kicking off in Australia and New Zealand, all eyes in Zambia are on the Shepolopolo – the Zambian women’s football team.
It’s a historic moment for the country, as they make their debut in the tournament, becoming the first landlocked African nation to qualify for a senior World Cup in either gender.
Here we will guide you through the tournament schedule, introduce you to the dynamic squad, and detail how you can catch all the live action, both locally and from abroad.
Zambia Women’s World Cup 2023 Schedule
| Date | Group | Fixture | Time (UTC+2) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 2023 | C | Zambia v Japan | 10:00 | Waikato Stadium |
| Jul 26, 2023 | C | Spain v Zambia | 10:30 | Eden Park |
| Jul 31, 2023 | C | Costa Rica v Zambia | 10:00 | Waikato Stadium |
Zambia Women’s World Cup Squad 2023
The Shepolopolo are eager to take the global stage under the guidance of head coach Bruce Mwape.
The 23-player squad was announced on 3 July 2023, with notable players like striker Barbra Banda, the team’s captain who currently plays for Shanghai Shengli in China, and Hellen Mubanga, a midfielder playing for Zaragoza CFF in Spain.
Unfortunately, goalkeeper Hazel Nali had to withdraw due to a knee injury and was replaced by Leticia Lungu.
The diverse team, with members playing in various leagues both locally and abroad, adds a depth of experience and style that will serve Zambia well in the tournament.
| POSITION | PLAYER | AGE | CLUB |
|---|---|---|---|
| GK | Catherine Musonda | 25 | Kazakhstan Tomiris-Turan |
| GK | Leticia Lungu | 18 | Zambia ZESCO Ndola Girls |
| GK | Eunice Sakala | 21 | Zambia Nkwazi Queens |
| DF | Judith Soko | 19 | Zambia YASA |
| DF | Lushomo Mweemba | 22 | Zambia Green Buffaloes |
| DF | Mary Mulenga | 25 | Zambia Red Arrows |
| DF | Margaret Belemu | 26 | China Shanghai Shengli |
| DF | Martha Tembo | 25 | Kazakhstan BIIK Shymkent |
| DF | Agness Musase | 26 | Zambia Green Buffaloes |
| DF | Esther Banda | 18 | Zambia BUSA |
| DF | Vast Phiri | 27 | Zambia ZESCO Ndola Girls |
| MF | Susan Banda | 33 | Zambia Red Arrows |
| MF | Mary Wilombe | 25 | Zambia Red Arrows |
| MF | Hellen Mubanga | 28 | Spain Zaragoza CFF |
| MF | Evarine Katongo | 20 | Zambia ZISD Women |
| MF | Ireen Lungu | 25 | Kazakhstan BIIK Shymkent |
| MF | Hellen Chanda | 25 | Kazakhstan BIIK Shymkent |
| MF | Avell Chitundu | 25 | Zambia ZESCO Ndola Girls |
| FW | Ochumba Lubandji | 22 | Zambia Red Arrows |
| FW | Grace Chanda | 26 | Spain Madrid CFF |
| FW | Barbra Banda (captain) | 23 | China Shanghai Shengli |
| FW | Racheal Kundananji | 23 | Spain Madrid CFF |
| FW | Siomala Mapepa | 20 | Zambia Elite Ladies |
Zambia FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 TV Channel & Rights
Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation (ZNBC) and DStv Zambia, owned by MultiChoice, have secured the rights to broadcast the tournament.
ZNBC will air all 64 matches live on TV Channel 1. DStv subscribers, depending on their package, can tune into several sports channels including Supersport Football, ESPN, and Supersport Maximo 1.
GOtv Zambia, another MultiChoice offering, will also broadcast the tournament live on select sports channels.
How to Stream Women’s World Cup 2023 from outside of Zambia?
If you’re a Zambian fan living outside the country, don’t worry – you can still cheer on the Shepolopolo.
The ZNBC TV 1, DStv App, and Supersport streaming services will all broadcast the tournament online.
Alternatively, a Virtual Private Network like ExpressVPN can provide access to streaming services that may be regionally restricted.
How to watch FIFA Women’s World Cup in Zambia?
You can catch all the matches live on ZNBC TV 1 and DStv’s various sports channels, depending on your subscription package. Matches will also be live-streamed online via ZNBC’s and DStv’s streaming platforms.
Can I watch Soccer World Cup free in Zambia?
Viewers in Zambia can watch the matches for free on ZNBC TV 1.
However, for broader coverage and better viewing quality, subscription-based channels like DStv and GOtv may provide a more comprehensive viewing experience.
