The Copper Queens blew away Zimbabwe in the final of the Four Nations Tournament, recording a 3-0 victory to be crowned champions.
Racheal Kundananji broke the deadlock for Zambia before Prisca Chilufya fired twice to compound the Mighty Warriors’ woes.
BolaNews presents the player ratings of the Copper Queens in their resounding win over Zimbabwe at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium on Wednesday.
GOALKEEPER
Hazel Nali (7/10): Nali came up big again, making a crucial save in the first-half to keep the match scoreless.
DEFENDERS
Margret Belemu (7/10): She put in a good shift at right wing back, making some good crosses into the penalty area.
Martha Tembo (6/10): Tembo played in an unorthodox right center back position, covering Belemu at the back.
Rhoda Chileshe (6/10): Chileshe kept a clean sheet, acting as a shield in front of her goalkeeper.
Lushomo Mweemba (7/10): Despite carrying a knock, Mweemba endured, cutting out danger on the left side of defense.
Racheal Nachula (7/10): The veteran wingback was at it again, assisting Prisca Chilufya’s goal just as she did against Kenya, this time with a long ball from deep.
MIDFIELDERS
Ireen Lungu (6/10): The midfielder covered a lot of ground, making Zimbabwe’s life uncomfortable in the middle of the park.
Prisca- highest rated striker.
Grace Chanda (6/10): She unleashed Racheal Kundananji with a brilliant pass to create the opening goal.
FORWARDS
Prisca Chilufya (9/10): She filled the scoring boots of Barbra Banda during this tournament, scoring three goals, including a brace in the Zambezi derby, to silence her critics.
Racheal Kundananji (8/10): Kundananji made amends for a missed penalty by netting a fantastic opener before putting the ball on a plate for Chilufya.
Ochumba Lubanji Oseke (6/10): Zambia had the opportunity to go ahead earlier after Ochumba won a penalty just after the half-hour mark.
SUBSTITUTES
Fridah Mukoma (6/10): Mukoma brought industry, pace, and flair to the Copper Queens attack.
Mwila Mufunte (6/10): The youngster maintained the shutout for Zambia after coming on.
Saliya Mwanza (6/10): She came on in place of Belemu on the right flank.
Margaret Gondwe (6/10): Gondwe was solid at the back, keeping Zimbabwe’s attack at bay.
Evarine Katongo (6/10): Katongo came on in the second half to bring some fresh legs in midfield.
Mercy Chipasula (6/10): The youngster played in a good cross for Kundananji, who failed to make good contact with the ball from close range.
Kabange Mupopo and Xiomara Mapepa (N/A): The duo came on in the dying embers of the contest.
COACH
Nora Häuptle (7/10): Häuptle will be happy with the impressive result and improved performance as Zambia prepares for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
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