The Zambia U17 Women’s National Team secured a 1-0 victory against Tanzania, advancing to the final round of qualifiers for the 2025 Morocco World Cup. Coach Carol Kanyemba made strategic adjustments, and Natasha Nkaka scored the decisive goal early in the second half. Zambia is set to face Benin in April’s concluding two-legged qualifier matchups.
The Zambia U17 Women’s National Team achieved a narrow victory against Tanzania, winning 1-0 at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium to secure their position in the final round of qualifiers for the 2025 Morocco World Cup. Coach Carol Kanyemba made one tactical change, replacing Lilian Mwenda with Pemba Queens’ Sharon Siakaloba.
Throughout the match, which took place under adverse weather with heavy rainfall, both teams exhibited a cautious approach. Zambia’s Mercy Chipasula displayed consistent threat, while teammates Hellen and Sharon had difficulties in midfield. Natasha Nkaka nearly scored with a long-range effort that hit the crossbar.
The first half concluded in a stalemate, maintaining Zambia’s 3-0 aggregate lead. However, the deadlock was broken early in the second half when Natasha Nkaka’s free kick slipped through the defense, resulting in a goal at the eight-minute mark, bringing the score to 1-0. Substitute Masela Sekeseke joined forces with Mercy and Ruth, increasing pressure on the Tanzanian defense.
Tanzania’s opportunity for an equalizer arose when Steven Kizanguzi had a shot that narrowly missed Zambia’s Bukata Kakumbi’s goal. Ultimately, Zambia will face Benin in the decisive round of qualifiers, with the two legs scheduled for the latter part of April.
The Zambia U17 Women’s National Team has demonstrated resilience and skill by defeating Tanzania 1-0, thereby advancing to the final round of qualifiers for the 2025 Morocco World Cup. With a strong performance despite the challenging conditions, they now prepare to compete against Benin in the two-legged tie set for April.
Original Source: zambianfootball.co.zm
