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26 December 2025 at 17:30

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Full Time
Africa Cup of Nations · Season 2025
Referee: Ahmad Imetehaz Heeralall

Match Summary

Zambia and Comoros drew 0:0. The match was played in Africa Cup of Nations 2025. 2 yellow cards were shown. Zambia had 47% possession while Comoros held 53%. Zambia had 10 shots (0 on target) compared to 10 (1 on target) for Comoros. Zambia made 4 substitutions, Comoros made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Myziane Maolida 20′).

Match Events

Key match events between Zambia and Comoros — 0 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

Zambia
Comoros
Kick Off
VAR
20′Goal cancelled
Half Time
D. SimukondaW. Chisala
57′
58′
S. BakariY. Kari
58′
A. AbdallahR. Lutin
62′
Y. BourhaneI. Mohamed
F. SakalaJ. Sabobo
69′
L. BandaK. Musonda
70′
77′
I. BouraR. Vita
77′
M. MaolidaF. Selemani
O. TemboJ. Lahne
89′
Jack Lahne90+5′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Zambia had 47% possession against Comoros's 53%. Zambia registered 10 shots (0 on target) while Comoros managed 10 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 6–2. Fouls committed: 15–13.

0Shots on Goal1
7Shots off Goal6
10Total Shots10
3Blocked Shots3
4Shots insidebox5
6Shots outsidebox5
15Fouls13
6Corner Kicks2
0Offsides1
47%Ball Possession53%
2Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves0
447Total passes526
373Passes accurate457
83%Passes %87%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Zambia lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, while Comoros deployed a —.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Zambia is 6.78, compared to 6.92 for Comoros. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Zambia's highest-rated starter is B. Sakala (6.83), while Comoros's best-rated player is Y. Pandor (7.30).

Defensive Solidity

Zambia deploy 3 defenders rated 6.83 on average, against Comoros's 3-man backline averaging 6.69. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Zambia field 4 midfielders averaging 6.73, versus Comoros's 4 rated 7.00. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Zambia start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Comoros averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 46% for Zambia and —% for Comoros. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Zambia's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Comoros. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Zambia's starting XI is 27.5 (youngest: K. Kangwa (26), oldest: B. Sakala (29)), while Comoros average 25.3 (youngest: K. Toibibou (21), oldest: A. Soilihi (29)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Zambia's starters average 3 league appearances each, versus 3 for Comoros. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

ZambiaPosition StrengthComoros
6.78
Avg Rating
6.92
🧤 GK (1 v 1)7.30
0G 0A0G 0A
6.83🛡 DEF (3 v 3)6.69
0G 0A0G 0A
6.73 MID (4 v 4)7.00
0G 0A0G 0A
Zambia4-3-3
1🧤GKW. Mwanza
6🛡DEFB. Sakala6.8
21🛡DEFD. Chanda
8🛡DEFL. Musonda
2MIDM. Banda
17MIDK. Kangwa6.7
25MIDO. Tembo
28MIDD. Simukonda
9FWDL. Banda
20FWDP. Daka
10FWDF. Sakala
Comoros
16🧤GKY. Pandor7.3
4🛡DEFK. Toibibou6.7
5🛡DEFA. Soilihi6.7
2🛡DEFI. Boura
22MIDS. Bakari
18MIDY. Bourhane7.0
28MIDZ. Youssouf
3MIDA. Abdallah
10FWDY. M'Changama
17FWDM. Maolida
11FWDR. Said

Substitutes

18(G)F. Mwansa
4(D)F. Musonda
24G. P. Mphande
3O. Chisala
15(M)G. Kalusa
12(M)W. Chisala
27(F)E. Mandanji
23(F)P. Phiri

Substitutes

14(D)R. Vita
15(D)B. Youssouf
27(M)R. Lutin
9(F)A. Ali
20(F)Z. Amir
21(F)El Fardou Ben
7(F)F. Selemani

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Zambia have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. Comoros show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

Zambia

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Comoros

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Head to Head

Zambia and Comoros have met 1 times — Zambia won 0, Comoros won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Comoros leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.

0

Zambia

0

Drawn

1

Comoros

Goals: 0Goals: 1

Recent Meetings (1)

6 Jun 2025Zambia0 – 1Comoros

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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