What role does Avram Grant play in the selection process, and is he independent of Karin's influence? Nir Karin, an Israeli football agent, has been synonymous with the Zambian national team in recent years. As the owner of the Karin Football Agency, he manages some of the team's most prominent players, including Avram Grant, the current national team coach. However, concerns have been raised about the extent of Karin's influence on the team's selection process and the potential impact on the country's football development. Karin's agency represents a significant number of players who have featured regularly in the national team, including Evans Kangwa, Miguel Chaiwa, Joseph Sabobo Banda for under 20, Lameck Banda, Kingston Mutandwa for under 20, Gift Mpande, Stopila Nsunzu, Chipyoka Nsonga, Rodgers Kola, Abel Kanyamuna, and Nathan Sinkala. While some of these players have undoubtedly contributed to the team's success, questions have been raised about whether their selection is based solely on merit or whether Karin's influence plays a role. The exclusion of Fashion Sakala, a talented player who has impressed in international matches, has sparked rumors that his refusal to join Karin's agency may have contributed to his omission from the team. This has led to concerns that Karin's influence may be prioritizing the interests of his clients over the country's football development. Furthermore, the significant presence of Karin's clients in the national team squad has raised questions about the transparency and fairness of the selection process. Is Avram Grant, as the national team coach, making independent decisions about the squad, or is Karin's agency exerting influence behind the scenes? The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has never bothered to provide clear answers to these questions, fueling speculation and mistrust among fans and stakeholders. The issue goes beyond just the national team selection; it raises questions about the governance and transparency of the FAZ. If football has become a business, as many argue, then who benefits from these dealings? Is it the people of Zambia who pay subscriptions and buy bundles to watch their national team, or is it a select few individuals? In conclusion, the influence of Nir Karin on the Zambian national team is a complex issue that requires transparency and accountability. The FAZ must address these concerns and ensure that the selection process is fair, merit-based, and prioritizes the country's football development over individual interests. Only then can the Zambian national team truly represent the best of the country's football talent. Title: The Influence of Nir Karin on the Zambian National Team: A Question of Transparency and Fairness Nir Karin, an Israeli football agent, has been synonymous with the Zambian national team in recent years. As the owner of the Karin Football Agency, he manages some of the team's most prominent players, including Avram Grant, the current national team coach. However, concerns have been raised about the extent of Karin's influence on the team's selection process and the potential impact on the country's football development. Karin's agency represents a significant number of players who have featured regularly on the national team, including Evans Kangwa, Miguel Chaiwa, Joseph Sabobo Banda, Lameck Banda, Kingston Mutandwa, Gift Mpande, Stopila Nsunzu, Chipyoka Nsonga, Rodgers Kola, Abel Kanyamuna, and Nathan Sinkala. While these players have undoubtedly contributed to the team's success, questions have been raised about whether their selection is based solely on merit or whether Karin's influence plays a role. The exclusion of Fashion Sakala, a talented player who has impressed in international matches, has sparked rumors that his refusal to join Karin's agency may have contributed to his omission from the team. This has led to concerns that Karin's influence may be prioritizing the interests of his clients over the country's football development. Furthermore, the significant presence of Karin's clients in the national team squad has raised questions about the transparency and fairness of the selection process. Is Avram Grant, as the national team coach, making independent decisions about the squad, or is Karin's agency exerting influence behind the scenes? The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has yet to provide clear answers to these questions, fueling speculation and mistrust among fans and stakeholders. The issue goes beyond just the national team selection; it raises questions about the governance and transparency of the FAZ. If football has become a business, as many argue, then who benefits from these dealings? Is it the people of Zambia who pay subscriptions and buy bundles to watch their national team, or is it a select few individuals? In conclusion, the influence of Nir Karin on the Zambian national team is a complex issue that requires transparency and accountability. The FAZ must address these concerns and ensure that the selection process is fair, merit-based, and prioritizes the country's football development over individual interests. Only then can the Zambian national team truly represent the best of the country's football talent. Is Nir Karin's influence on the national team selection process a cause for concern? Are the players selected based on merit or due to their association with Karin's agency? Who benefits from the current state of affairs, and is it in the best interests of Zambian football? Follow Zed Sport for all the latest sports news updates.