Saudi Arabia based Fashion Sakala and YANGA SC’s Albert Kangwanda are expected to lead the Chipolopolo Boys attack against Burundi this afternoon.
Sakala is the second highest top goalscorer for Chipolopolo Boys among active players behind Patson Daka who is out injured.
The ‘Showman’ has 17 goal contributions (12 goals and 5 assists) in 41 appearances since making his senior debut back in 2017.
With in-form Kingston Mutandwa and Daka both out, Mafasho will provide the experience and the explosive outlet for the George ‘Chicken’ Lwandamina coached side.
Kangwanda has also been in fine form and scored a brilliant volley in the win over Togo.
With Kennedy Musonda facing a late fitness test, Israeli based Edward Chilufya could start on the wing.
Portuguese based Chanka Zimba could also start upfront should Lwandamina need a target man.
Derrick Bulaya of Green Eagles and Kelvin Mwanza of FC MUZA are also available for selection.
The Chipolopolo will today lock horns with Burundi in a crucial Matchday Three fixture of the 2027 Pamoja Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium.
Kick-off is set for 15:00 hours.
