Zesco United are through to the 2017 CAF Confederations Cup group phase.
The Zambians thrashed troubled Enugu Rangers of Nigeria 3-0 to advance on 5-2 aggregate.
The thrilling match, which was televised live, was staged at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium on Saturday, with Enugu arriving on the same day.
Enugu players had staged a sit in back home – refusing to board a plane to Ndola, as they demanded their owed bonuses.
John Ching’andu was the chief destroyer of the 2016 Nigerian Professional League Champions hitting a brace against them.
Kenyan danger-man wrapped up the the bumper evening with the third to secure their smooth sail.
The draw for the second tier continental club competition will be done next month in Cairo, Egypt.