PRESS STATEMENT
(For immediate release)
TO: ALL MEDIA HOUSES
FROM: NAPSA STARS FOOTBALL CLUB.
17TH AUGUST 2023.
SUB: NAPSA STARS STRENGTHENS SQUAD AHEAD OF 2023/24 SEASON.
NAPSA Stars Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of two players, marking a significant step in the team’s preparations for the 2023/2024 season.
Zambian striker Saith Sakala, who most recently featured for Saudi Arabian side Al-Leewa has joined the club for what will be his second spell after playing for the Pensioners during the 2016 season.
Sakala joins on a one-year-deal and is expected to inject new energy and skill into the NAPSA Stars forward line.
The Club is also excited to welcome Nigerian striker Nazim Amokachi. Nazim, who is the son to Super Eagles legend Daniel Amokachi joins from Nigerian Premier League side Lobi Stars FC on a two-year-deal.
Confirming these transfers, Club Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Ponga Liwewe, expressed his optimism about the new additions.
“We have strengthened our squad with these two exceptional players, and we are confident that their contributions on and off the field will play a pivotal role in our success this upcoming season.”
Mr. Liwewe has also confirmed that the Club will use Woodlands Stadium for the 2023/2024 MTN Super League season.
“With renovation work scheduled to take place at Heroes Stadium, we are pleased to inform our fans, supporters, and the wider football community that NAPSA Stars Football Club will be utilizing Woodlands Stadium as our home venue for the 2023/24 season. We appreciate the continued support and enthusiasm from our fans as we embark on this journey.” Mr. Liwewe said.
NAPSA Stars FC who clinched fifth-place position on the log last season, are all set to kick-off the 2023/24 MTN Super League season this weekend with an electrifying home match against ZESCO United FC.
For and on behave of:
NAPSA STARS FOOTBALL CLUB
Gwen M. Chipasula (Ms).
MEDIA AND PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER.