๐๐๐ฆ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฃ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฑ ๐ฃ๐๐ฅ๐ง๐๐๐๐ฃ๐๐ก๐ง๐ฆ ๐๐ข๐ก๐๐๐ฅ๐ ๐๐
The Zambian Premier League (ZPL) has officially confirmed the 21 teams that will participate in the 2025 Absa Cup, Zambiaโs premier knockout football competition. This yearโs tournament will feature a blend of top-tier teams from the MTN Super League, ZPL National League, and Provincial Division One leagues, making it one of the most diverse editions in recent years.
The competition, known for producing thrilling encounters and unexpected upsets, will see seven Super League teams, four National League teams, and ten Provincial Division One representatives battle for supremacy.
๐ ๐ง๐ก ๐ฆ๐๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ด๐๐ฒ ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฎ๐บ๐
The seven representatives from the MTN Super League include some of Zambiaโs most dominant clubs, all aiming to lift the prestigious trophy:
- Zesco United (Ndola) โ A powerhouse of Zambian football and multiple-time league champions.
- Kabwe Warriors (Kabwe) โ One of Zambiaโs oldest clubs, looking to make an impact.
- Nkana (Kitwe) โ A team with a rich history and a record 13 league titles.
- Power Dynamos (Kitwe) โ The defending MTN Super League champions, aiming to add more silverware.
- Red Arrows (Lusaka) โ A top contender, bringing experience and quality to the tournament.
- Green Eagles (Choma) โ Known for their defensive resilience and disciplined play.
- Green Buffaloes (Lusaka) โ A well-structured side looking to make a statement.
๐ก๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ด๐๐ฒ ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฎ๐บ๐
Four teams from the ZPL National League have earned the right to compete in the Absa Cup:
- Konkola Blades (Chililabombwe) โ A team with a strong footballing tradition.
- Kansanshi Dynamos (Solwezi) โ Representing North-Western Province with ambition.
- Prison Leopards (Kabwe) โ A side looking to prove their worth on the big stage.
- Mpulungu Harbour (Mpulungu) โ The surprise package from Northern Zambia.
๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ข๐ป๐ฒ ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฎ๐บ๐
The Absa Cup 2025 will also feature teams from each of Zambiaโs ten provinces, giving grassroots football an opportunity to shine on a national platform:
- Copperbelt โ Roan United (Luanshya)
- Central โ Air Power (Kabwe)
- Eastern โ Young Nkwazi (Petauke)
- Luapula โ Matkat United (Mansa)
- Lusaka โ Makeni All Stars (Lusaka)
- Muchinga โ Muchinga Blue Eagles (Chinsali)
- Northern โ Teta FC (Kasama)
- Northwestern โ Solwezi Academy (Solwezi)
- Southern โ Bartโs FC (Choma)
- Western โ Nangweshi Pirates (Senanga)
These teams will be looking to cause major upsets against more established opponents and make a name for themselves in Zambian football.
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๐๐๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐๐ป๐ป๐ผ๐๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐
The draw for the 2025 Absa Cup will take place this week, where teams will learn their first-round opponents. Fixture details, venues, and match dates will be announced soon.
With a mix of elite clubs, rising National League contenders, and hungry Division One challengers, the 2025 Absa Cup promises to be an electrifying tournament full of drama, passion, and surprises.
