Chipolopolo star Lazarous Kambole has admitted that he misses playing football given the current situation the world is going through.

Kambole who plays for Kaizer Chiefs in South Africa tells the club’s official website that it is a painful experience for everyone at the moment.

The Zambia International says he misses playing in front of the supporters who are always at different stadia around the country to support the team. However, he acknowledges that everyone’s safety comes first as the government implements a lock down to combat the coronavirus pandemic.

“I am doing well under the circumstances we find ourselves in,” he says.

“I believe with God’s Grace that we will get through this situation. It is a painful experience, and it will require us to be strong, united and cooperative for us to get back to normality.”

Kambole adds, “I don’t think anyone can claim to be happy in this period.

“What I can say is that I am working hard to be strong. It was a shock and difficult at the beginning to be in lockdown, but now I’m trying to cope. It remains difficult but with the kind of support that we receive from the Club, I am confident that together we will survive this difficult time. Remember football is our career, now we can’t play matches which is causing us anxiety.”

Teams are not conducting group trainings and this might mean players will exhibit some rust when called back to the field of play but Kambole believes it is time to adapt.

“Training alone is not enough to keep match fit,” admits Kambole. “However, it is important to stay physically and mentally fit under guidance of the trainers. When we get allowed to get back to the pitch, we will catch up with ball work and take it one step at the time.”

“We are professionals and being away from home is part of our job,” says Kambole. “But this is different because things are abnormal. I wish I was home to battle this situation with my family. At the same time, I’m grateful to still have a job and being able to provide for my family. Thanks to the Club.”

The former Zesco United man remains positive things will change soon, “I hope everyone is safe and adhering strictly to the regulations. We want to return to action and continue with life as it were. If we stay safe, we will be back to enjoy the stadium vibe, meeting and greeting at the roadshows and other public places”.

Kelvin Trudeau Musako

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