Nora Hauptle to remain as Zambia coach – says FAZ

After long uncertainty surrounding the whereabout of Zambia women national team coach Nora Häuptle, the Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has clarified the position of Copper Queens coach.

There have been reports the Swiss tactician had quit her role to handle the Copper Queens following recent public discussions over her future with the national team.

 

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Häuptle’s absence was fuelled further after she failed to travel with the team for the FIFA Series Women’s tournament held in Brazil.

Häuptle remains Zambia coach

In a statement, FAZ confirmed all outstanding matters between the Association and coach Häuptle have been resolved following a series of meetings with FAZ president Keith Mweemba.

Acting Deputy General Secretary Iva Lengwe confirmed that Häuptle has since submitted her travel itinerary to the FAZ Secretariat and is expected in Zambia ahead of the Four Nations Tournament scheduled for the June FIFA Window. The tournament will feature Zambia, Kenya, Zimbabwe and Burkina Faso.

“As things stand at present, Coach Nora will certainly lead the Copper Queens at the forthcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament,” Lengwe emphasised.

Lengwe said the FAZ Secretariat remains focused on ensuring the Copper Queens are adequately prepared for the WAFCON finals in July and other upcoming international assignments.

He also thanked the Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts, as well as members of the public, for their concern and continued interest in the welfare and progress of the national women’s team.