Report by Alfred Jones

Zambian Premier league side Zanaco FC are on the verge of signing Kano Pillars defender Anthony Abawala as they beef up their squad ahead of their participation in the CAF champions league.
Speaking exclusively to Soka25east.com the 26 year old expressed his delight in joining the Lusaka based side stating that it is the right step in his career.

“I feel good, I have played many big clubs in Nigeria, journey Zanaco is a good thing in my career.”

The lanky defender targets to help the Mumamba Namba led side to lift the the coveted CAF champions league trophy.

“My target with them is to do all within my ability to help the club do very well in the champions league next season. I have my eyes on the trophy.”

The defender who is expected to arrive in Zambia later today (30th November 2016) has previously played for Niger Tornadoes, Lobi Stars, Nasarawa United and Al Taibah FC in Jordan.

Collins Okinyo

Ex- CAF Media Expert. An expert on African football with over 15 years experience ,always with an ear to the ground with indepth knowledge of the game. I have worked for top publications including 7 years at www.supersport.com until i founded www.soka25east.com to quench the thirst of football lovers across the continent. I have trained young upcoming journalists who are now a voice in African football.I have covered World Cup,AFCON,CHAN,Champions League,Confederations Cup,Cecafa,Cosafa,Wafu and many other football tournaments across the World. Founder Football Africa Arena(FAA),Founder www.afrisportdigital.com