Sat, 25 Feb 2017 11:49:55 +0000
By Michael Miyoba
THE Football Association of Zambia FAZ has warned soccer fans against the wearing of political regalia at stadiums during the Under-20 AfCON tournament which kicks off tomorrow.
In a statement released to Daily Nation Sports, newly appointed FAZ spokesperson Desmond Katongo said the wearing of political regalia will not be tolerated.
Katongo noted that the Under-20 AfCON was a Confederation of Africa Football event and not a Zambian political event.
“FAZ wishes to caution members of the public that as they troop to the stadium to enjoy the matches, they should not at any time be in their political regalia.
“It should be noted that this is a CAF event and everything around the tournament must be strictly in adherence of CAF and FIFA rules and statutes,” Katongo said.
Katonga called on Zambians to maintain peace before, during and after the tournament. “FAZ also wishes to appeal to members of the public to maintain peace and order during and after the U-20 AfCON tournament. Zambia will be under the spotlight from CAF and FIFA and also to the outside world and our potential to host future tournaments hinges on how we conduct ourselves during and after this tournament,” he said. Meanwhile, FAZ has commended soccer fans for their overwhelming support ahead of the Total Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations the first to be hosted by Zambia. Katongo noted that the accreditation and ticket purchases across designated places was going on smoothly. He has however urged soccer fans to turn up in numbers to support the Junior Chipolopolo.
