The 18-member squad of Chipolopolo legends, under the guidance of seasoned coach Patrick Phiri, is fully prepared for the upcoming encounter with their counterparts from Malawi. The event is scheduled to take place at the newly renovated David Kaunda Stadium in Chipata. Phiri has a lineup of football greats at his disposal for this historic match, including renowned former Malawi players such as Esau Kanyenda, Patrick Mabedi, Jimmy Zakazaka, Joseph Kamwendo, Fisher Kondowe, Russell Mwafulirwa, and Bob Mpinganjira. The Zambian squad features notable figures like the 2012 AFCON-winning captain Christopher Katongo, alongside Danny Munyao, Kalilolo Kakonje, Billy Mwanza, Clive Hachilensa, Hichani Himoonde, Fackson Kapumbu, Jimmy Chisenga, Justin Zulu, and Kennedy Nketani. Additional members of the team include Jonas Sakuwaha, Given Singuluma, Fwayo Tembo, Felix Katongo, Nchimunya Mweetwa, Clifford Mulenga, Ignitius Lwipa, and Kenneth 'Bubble' Malitoli, who will also serve as the assistant to 'Big Pa' on the technical bench. This legends match has been organized as part of the 59th independence anniversary celebrations for Zambia, with FAZ Eastern Province taking a leading role in commemorating the historic ties between the two nations.