Copper Queens goalkeeper Hazel Nali has returned to competitive football after more than a year sidelined by a long-term injury. She has been included in the final 25-member ZESCO Ndola Girls squad for the 2025 CAF Women’s Champions League COSAFA Qualifiers in South Africa.
Nali will compete for the number one jersey with Annie Namonje, the 2024/25 Eden University Women’s Super League Golden Glove winner, and fellow Copper Queens teammate Leticia Lungu. The trio brings experience and depth to ZESCO Ndola Girls’ goalkeeping department.
ZESCO Ndola Girls, champions of the Zambia National Women’s League, arrived in Johannesburg yesterday and have already set up camp to prepare for their continental debut. The team is focused on performing strongly in the COSAFA Zonal Qualifiers and securing a place in the CAF Women’s Champions League main tournament.
The inclusion of Hazel Nali adds leadership and resilience to the squad. Her return is expected to boost team morale and strengthen defensive coordination, critical factors as ZESCO Ndola Girls face top clubs from across the region.
The CAF Women’s Champions League COSAFA Zonal Qualifier begins in August, marking a significant milestone for ZESCO Ndola Girls as they aim to make a strong impact on the continental stage. Fans and football analysts will be watching closely to see how Nali’s return influences the team’s performance and aspirations for regional glory.