ABSA Cup 2025 Quarterfinals Confirmed as Power Dynamos, Kabwe Warriors, Red Arrows and Others Progress
The ABSA Cup 2025 quarterfinal line-up is now complete following an action-packed weekend of Round of 16 fixtures at Nkoloma Stadium and Godfrey Ucar Chitalu Stadium. Zambia’s top clubs delivered dominant displays, dramatic finishes, and penalty shootout thrills to seal their spots in the last eight of the country’s prestigious cup competition.
Kabwe Warriors Too Strong for Makeni All Stars
At Nkoloma Stadium, Kabwe Warriors brushed aside Lusaka Province side Makeni All Stars with a 2-0 win. Goals from David Obashi and Saith Sakala ensured the Magnificent People’s Team advanced comfortably, continuing their strong run of form this season.
Green Eagles Edge Past Prison Leopards on Penalties
In the early kickoff at the same venue, Green Eagles played out a goalless draw against Prison Leopards, before holding their nerve in the shootout to win 4-2 on penalties. Eagles are aiming to go further than their recent quarterfinal appearance.
ZESCO United Overcome Spirited Barts FC
In Kabwe, ZESCO United were tested by a lively Barts FC, but the Ndola giants ran out 3-1 winners. Lindo Mkhonta, Peter Musukuma, and veteran John Ching’andu got on the scoresheet as the 2016 champions booked their place in the quarters.
Power Dynamos Dominate Air Power
Power Dynamos flexed their title-chasing muscles with a commanding 3-0 win over Air Power. Titus Chansa, the MTN Super League’s leading scorer, bagged a brace, while Osmond Chita added the third. Power remain strong contenders for a league and cup double.
Nkana FC Edge Roan United on Penalties
One of the weekend’s most thrilling encounters came between Roan United and Nkana FC, ending 1-1 after 90 minutes. In the ensuing shootout, it was the 13-time Super League champions who prevailed, winning 3-1 on penalties to keep their cup dreams alive.
Red Arrows Hit Mpulungu Harbour for Six
Red Arrows were ruthless against lower-tier opposition Mpulungu Harbour, dismantling them 6-1 in a one-sided affair. The Airmen showed no mercy as they soared into the quarterfinals, sending a strong warning to their potential cup rivals.
Kansanshi Dynamos Blow Away Green Buffaloes
In one of the standout results of the round, Kansanshi Dynamos stunned Green Buffaloes with a resounding 4-1 victory. The North-Western-based side were clinical and controlled throughout, booking a deserved spot in the last eight.
Konkola Blades Dispatch Solwezi Academy
Konkola Blades joined the quarterfinal party after seeing off Solwezi Academy with a professional 2-0 win. The Chililabombwe side’s solid performance earned them a place in the quarters as they continue their rise under coach Enos Silwamba.
Confirmed ABSA Cup 2025 Quarterfinalists
Kabwe Warriors
Green Eagles
ZESCO United
Power Dynamos
Nkana FC
Red Arrows
Kansanshi Dynamos
Konkola Blades
Conclusion
The ABSA Cup 2025 quarterfinals promise to deliver fireworks with some of Zambia’s biggest football names ready to battle for supremacy. From dominant wins to penalty shootout drama, the competition has already lived up to its billing—and the best is yet to come!
