Coach Elvis

Zambia is full of incredible talent and anyone who has watched our young people play, sing, or compete knows this. The passion is there, the skill is there, and the hunger to succeed is undeniable. But talent alone is not enough. Too often, we see gifted individuals fall short, not because they lack ability, but because they lack the support systems that help talent grow into greatness.

What’s missing is the training, the mentorship, and the preparation for life both on and off the field. An athlete’s journey isn’t just about how fast they can run or how well they can play, it’s about how they handle pressure, how they carry themselves in public, how they plan for the future, and how they bounce back when life gets tough. Without guidance, many struggle to balance their careers with education, finances, and personal growth.

That’s why we need to invest not just in talent, but in people. We need to build complete athletes.. strong in body, sharp in mind, and grounded in character. When we do this, we’re not only creating champions on the field; we’re shaping leaders, role models, and ambassadors who can inspire the next generation and represent Zambia with pride on the world stage.

Our Copper Princesses 🇿🇲 are in action tomorrow morning at 1 am CAT against Brazil at the Estadio Felix Sanchez in Santo Domingo.

You can catch all the action LIVE on FIFA+!

📺 Watch it here: https://www.plus.fifa.com/content/6b356081-336c-424c-8d49-7b6f15fb65a4