Forest Rangers FC Appoints Ian Bakala as Head Coach in New Coaching Reshuffle
Ndola, 4th December 2024 – Forest Rangers FC has officially announced a major change in its coaching staff, appointing Ian Bakala as the new Head Coach. Bakala will be supported by Dennis Makinka as First Assistant Coach and Kennedy Kashobondo, who will serve as the team’s Physical Trainer. The appointment marks a new chapter for the club, as they look to build on past successes and reach new heights in Zambian football.
Bakala and Kashobondo, both familiar faces within the Forest Rangers family, bring with them a wealth of experience and a history of success with the club. Notably, the duo played key roles in guiding Forest Rangers to victory in the 2023 ABSA Cup and Charity Shield, showcasing their ability to deliver silverware. This move is seen as a strategic effort to enhance the team’s technical capabilities and energize its future performances.
The changes come with a bittersweet farewell to Manchi Janza, who had served as interim Head Coach and First Assistant Coach. The club expressed its sincere appreciation for Janza’s contributions, thanking him for his dedication and wishing him the best in his future endeavors.
In a statement, Club Chairman Mulawo Mwaba expressed confidence in the new coaching team, highlighting their experience and commitment to the club’s vision. “We believe that this trio of highly experienced professionals will elevate our team and help us achieve our goals,” Mwaba said. “We ask our loyal supporters to rally behind them as Forest Rangers FC embarks on this exciting new phase.”
With this fresh coaching lineup, Forest Rangers FC is poised for the future, aiming to solidify its position as one of Zambia’s most competitive football clubs. Fans and stakeholders alike will be eager to see how these changes will impact the team’s performance in upcoming fixtures.
