Zesco Utd Chair demands CAF qualification

As the build-up to the 2026/27 Zambian Super Division season reaches a fever pitch, Zesco United Board Chairperson Patricia Musiya has laid down the marker for the club's technical bench and playing squad. With the new campaign officially kicking off on October 3, club leadership has made it abundantly clear that mediocrity will not be tolerated, placing continental qualification at the absolute pinnacle of their seasonal objectives. Speaking ahead of the season opener, Musiya emphasized that Zesco United’s rich history demands nothing short of excellence and regular participation in CAF inter-club competitions. The 'Zega Boys', historically one of Zambia's most formidable football institutions, are eager to bounce back and re-establish themselves as Africa-faring heavyweights. Management believes that the squad's preparations, bolstered by recent corporate backing and strategic institutional support, must translate directly into dominant performances on the pitch from day one. The pressure is now firmly on the coaching staff and senior players to gel quickly and navigate what promises to be a fiercely competitive domestic league. Teams across the Super Division have heavily reinforced their ranks, meaning Zesco's path to a continental ticket will be fraught with tactical challenges. However, club hierarchy remains confident that the depth of the squad, combined with renewed administrative backing, provides all the necessary ingredients to meet the board's strict demands. For the Ndola faithful, the chairperson's bold stance has ignited a wave of optimism coupled with a sense of urgent expectation. Supporters have long demanded a return to the glorious days when Zesco regularly traded blows with the continent's elite. As the October 3 kickoff approaches, the team carries not only the aspirations of its corporate sponsors but the heavy weight of expectation from a passionate fan base yearning to see 'Team Ya Ziko' fly the Zambian flag high on the continental stage