Avram Grant Praises Copper Queens’ Performance Ahead of Crucial Qualifiers

Avram Grant Praises Copper Queens’ Performance Ahead of Crucial Qualifiers

Zambia’s men’s national team coach, Avram Grant, has expressed his satisfaction with the performance of the women’s team, the Copper Queens, as they prepare for their crucial Olympic qualifiers against Morocco. Grant, who is overseeing the men’s team’s participation in a four-nation tournament in Malawi, highlighted the importance of supporting the women’s game and wished the Copper Queens success in their upcoming matches.

“We are very happy that the women are performing well,” Grant stated, acknowledging the distinction between men’s and women’s football. Despite the differences, he offered his full support to the Copper Queens and commended their recent performance against Ghana.

Grant extended his best wishes to the Copper Queens for the final phase of the Olympic qualifiers, expressing his desire for Zambia to qualify for the Olympic Games. He emphasized the enjoyment and pride associated with representing the country at such prestigious tournaments, drawing parallels with the team’s participation in the World Cup.

Reflecting on the success of Barbara Banda and Rachel Kundananji, two of the world’s most expensive players, Grant expressed hope for similar achievements in Zambian men’s football in the future. He praised the professionalism and skill of Banda and Kundananji, highlighting the positive impact of Zambian players competing in top leagues around the world.

Looking ahead, Grant emphasized the importance of continued development and success in Zambian football. He encouraged more players to step up and contribute to the national team’s performance, expressing confidence in the team’s ability to secure qualification for the Olympics and achieve further success on the international stage.