ZPL National Division One League Week 3 Fixtures Preview
The ZPL National Division One League is heading into Week 3, and the competition is heating up as teams are already making their intentions clear. With Kansanshi Dynamos and Konkola Blades leading the charge, here’s a preview of the fixtures, drawing from the recent results.
Saturday, 31st August 2024
- Kafue Celtic vs Kafue Eagles
- Venue: Independence Stadium
- Time: 12:00 hrs
- Preview: Kafue Eagles will be looking to bounce back after their 0-2 loss to Riverplate in Week 2. A clash against local rivals Kafue Celtic presents a chance for redemption and an opportunity to get their first points on the board.
- Leopards Hill vs Kansanshi Dynamos
- Venue: Toyota Arena Sports Complex
- Time: 13:00 hrs
- Preview: Kansanshi Dynamos are riding high at the top of the table with a perfect start to the season. After a 1-0 victory over Prison Leopards, they will be eager to maintain their winning streak against Leopards Hill.
- Young Green Buffaloes vs Chambishi
- Venue: Independence Stadium
- Time: 15:00 hrs
- Preview: Chambishi will be aiming to recover after a narrow 0-1 defeat to Aguila Stars. They face Young Green Buffaloes, who will be looking to capitalize on Chambishi’s recent setbacks.
- Mpulungu Harbour vs Mines United
- Venue: Muzabwera Ground
- Time: 15:00 hrs
- Preview: Mpulungu Harbour struggled against Konkola Blades last week, losing 0-2. A home game against Mines United could be the perfect chance to turn their fortunes around.
- Trident vs Chirundu United
- Venue: Solwezi Independence Stadium
- Time: 15:00 hrs
- Preview: Trident will be eager to secure their first win of the season as they host Chirundu United. Both teams are looking to climb the table, making this a crucial match.
- Prison Leopards vs Kitwe United
- Venue: President Stadium
- Time: 15:00 hrs
- Preview: Prison Leopards narrowly lost 0-1 to Kansanshi Dynamos in Week 2 and will be determined to turn things around against Kitwe United, who are also searching for their first points after a 0-1 defeat to Ndola United.
- Ndola United vs Konkola Blades
- Venue: Musa Kasonka Stadium
- Time: 15:00 hrs
- Preview: In one of the most anticipated fixtures of the weekend, Ndola United, fresh from a 1-0 victory over Kitwe United, will face the unbeaten Konkola Blades. The Blades, tied at the top of the table, will look to continue their impressive form.
- Aguila Stars vs Chipata United
- Venue: Nationality Stadium
- Time: 15:00 hrs
- Preview: Aguila Stars, currently in the top four after a 1-0 win over Chambishi, will take on Chipata United with hopes of solidifying their position among the league’s early pacesetters.
Sunday, 1st September 2024
- Riverplate vs Jumulo
- Venue: Independence Stadium
- Time: 15:00 hrs
- Preview: Riverplate, buoyed by their 2-0 win over Kafue Eagles, are aiming to keep up the momentum against Jumulo. Jumulo, having drawn 1-1 with Kalumbila Quattro, will be looking to upset one of the league leaders.
As the ZPL National Division One League progresses, all eyes will be on Kansanshi Dynamos and Konkola Blades as they aim to extend their unbeaten runs. However, with the competitiveness of the league, surprises are always on the cards!
