Who should replace Rodrick Kabwe at left back?
Chipolopolo Boys Vice Captain Rodrick Kabwe is suspended for Wednesday’s Group F African Cup of Nations match against Morocco.
With the Iraq based full back out of the tie, Zambia coach Avram Grant need to find a suitable replacement.
In addition to Kabwe being out, there’s the threat by Achraf Hakimi and Hakim Ziyech to think about.
Morocco’s over/underlap tactic
This is when Ziyech drifts inside, Hakimi overlapping and Ounahi dropping as an inverted full back to cover for Hakimi.
Whoever will start on the left side should be on guard to try and handle this.
Below the ZamFoot Crew takes a look at the possible replacements.
Miguel Changa Chaiwa Jr
The teenage defender cum midfielder finally made is competitive debut in the 1-1 draw against Tanzania as a late substitute and played at right full back.
Came through the ranks as a centre back but concerns were raised with regards to his height.
At Young Boys, during his cameo appearances in the Champions League, he was mainly used as midfielder.
Verdict: There are calls for him to start ahead of Benedict Chepeshi at right back.
Could be a surprise inclusion in the starting XI.
Benedict Chepeshi
The Red Arrows captain, who has been linked with a move to Young Africans might continue as a right back.
He faces competition from Tandi Mwape and Chaiwa.
Verdict: Most likely to start as a right back than left back
Zephaniah Phiri
The on loan Prison Leopards full back didn’t make the match day squad against Tanzania.
The reason why he made into the squad was his versitility as he is comfortable at both full back positions.
Clearly he is down the pecking order.
Verdict: It will be a surprise if he starts.
Lubambo Musonda
Lubambo came off the bench against Tanzania and slotted well in the position.
He does feature in this position at club level.
His speedy and recovery could be key against Ziyech.
He might not be favourite a winger but did well as a full back the other night.
Verdict: Most likely to start