Sichone signs for Cyprus club
- Friday, July 17, 2009, 16:29
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Sichone signed a one year deal with an option of an extension on Friday morning after arriving from Germany last Sunday and had a meeting with the club president and saw the club facilities.
“The deal has been in the pipeline for some time now but Moses wanted to have an impression of the club first and after he saw everything in the last few days and was impressed he signed,” the Fifa agent Karin Nir told the Zamfoot Crew in an interview from Cyprus.
AEP Pafos, which is coached by Israeli born coach Eyal Layman finished ninth on log last season and will be vying for a top six slot thus qualifying for a Uefa Cup slot.
The 1998 Zambian Premier League winner with Nchanga Rangers started his career with Chambishi before he joined Rangers. Zesco v Kano Pillars live on the internet click here
In 1999 ‘Big Mo’ as he is known in Germany signed for then Bundesliga side FC Cologne were he spent 5 seasons there before joining Alemannia Aachen in 2004. In 2007, Sichone moved to another Germany second tier side Kickers Offenbach but after the club got demoted to the third divisio
n, he decided to move on and joined VFR Aalen in the same division and had an injury plagued campaign.
On the international stage, Sichone captained then Zambia Under-23 national team coached by the late Ben Bamfuchile to Silver medal at the 1999 All Africa Games in South Africa.
His last senior international cap came in September 2006 at Independence Stadium in which the Chipopolopolo lost 1-0 courtesy of an Aaron Mokoena header.
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iye finish,,age is now catching up on him.good luck mo.
Every soccer career comes to an end and if there is a chance of picking up the last back in your career, why not take it up as long as someone is willing to pay. Many players do this. Pele went to play in the USA in his last years of his career. Get the money Moses
Guys, this is definately a good move for Moses. The Cyprus top division is definately more competitive than the German 3rd. The fact that he has signed for a top 6 club that side is excellent and well done for Nir in getting him this deal. Moses might be playing in the UEFA cup next season, he has never tasted this competition even during his days with Cologne.
I wish him luck, but please let’s not have people saying he should be in Chipolopolo just because he has moved. If he sets the league on fire then maybe, but this isn’t reason enough to draft him in.
I’m not sure why Zamfoot is wasting space writing about this guy when there are other interesting developing stories like the Fwayo Tembo case as reported in the Times of Zambia which makes for an interesting reading and at least it is relevant. If this guy moved to Barcelona, then I would raise my eyebrow and become really interested in the story. At that point, it would be relevant that maybe he should be considered for national duty.
I digressed, the Fwayo Tembo issue is the one I was soliciting a discussion. His missing whereabouts have been fascinating, first it was due to marriage then funeral now because of unpaid wages. This boy is just about to ruin his career. Apparently he is now on strike! I have never heard such a thing before in professional football, wonder who is advising him. There is definitely a better way to resolve such matters and usually it involves going back to the club management and expressing the frustration. This boy has a different way of doing business. Just stay in Zambia and expect things to sort themselves out or and by the way, the club should start looking for him and give him a call to find out why he is not showing up. Give me a break Fwayo, are you Messi?
BuzzED,
It is really unfortunate for Fwayo. But those who know him better are not suprised. He likes setting ablaze Mutendere and Kalingalinga. An Arab set up was the best to keep him away from those vices. He has to be careful or he will go the Emmanuel Zulu route.
Ba Buzz bakulubamchinto, i thought we are better off hearing about someone who has made it in life and is bound to add to the GDP of Zambia through the massive investments he has and will continue bringing than hearing about someone on the wane even before he has started off. I guess it is a matter of choice. Another Emmanuel Zulu in the making if you ask me.
As for the National Team, let Sichone and others who had their time enjoy their pension and best we lose (like we did even with Moses and others) nabaiche as akabwelela numa kalalya. Viva HR
BuzzED, just because your son didn’t do to what you expect him to do, does not mean is useless. Zamfoot is doing every posibility to cover zambian players worldwide and you’re there condemning. Man be like a father of the prodigal son. Sichone is still our player whether we want it or not, have a heart and you must appologise to ZAMFOOT CREW!
Ba Zamfoot thanx for the updates this makes up for good reading, we wont have to ask where all our players went.
This below looks very sketchy to me..i wish mbesuma all the best
The Siya crew can reveal that Collins Mbesuma has netted a deal in the Dube Birds nest!
The crew first revealed in this week’s edition of Soccer-Laduma that the former Mamelodi Sundowns striker was looking impressive and could sign “anytime from now!”
A source at Swallows told the crew at the time, “He’s been impressive and should sign soon. I think the guy has changed a lot because he’s been working very hard. His attitude has changed, from what we heard about him while he was still at Sundowns.”
Now the club’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Leon Prins, has confirmed to the crew that Collins has indeed signed. “Yes, he signed today but I’m not going to discuss the length of the contract or any other details in the media. We’ve signed four players so far – Etienne Massoye, Ashraf Hendricks, Siyabonga Nomvethe and Collins.”
Attempts to get hold of Collins or Francesco Ferreri, from ProSport International, drew a blank at the time of going to press
{source: laduma}
Metal, thanks for putting me straight. Infact Moses played 7 games in the UEFA cup that season including Lille (Fra), Sevilla (Spa), Zenit St. Petersburg (Rus) and AZ Alkmaar (Ned). Cheers!
As for Fwayo, this is ridiculous. What does the guy think he is going to achieve by going on strike? Before we know it we will hear that he has signed a contract with another case and FIFA’s phone will be ringing.
Well done Zamfoot!
Moses played in the UEFA Cup with his former club Aachen, when they reached the Germany Cup final which they lost, but got a ticket to play in Europe becasue the winners of the Germany Cup had qualified for Champions league. I remember watching him Vs a team from Greece
Sorry I did not see you had responded, too early in the morning na HO
Zamfoot any news about Felix Katongo?? Has he found a new club or not? Just checked Rennes website he was not part of the friendly game they played.
Gents lets learn to give praise were its due.If we want to teach our players decipline,hardwork & commitment, Sichone is one of our best examples they can look up to.He is perceived to be unpatriotic because he is principled and he is not a ‘yes bwana’ kind of a player who can say yes to anything.Zambians don’t like criticism and that explains why players like Sichone who have the guts to speak their minds will never be recognised in their own land despite being one of a few Zambians to have played in the UEFA cup,the first Zambian to have captained a Bundesliga club plus his 10 years experience of Bundesliga football etc.His last years in Germany have been hampered with injuries and I hope he recovers so that he enjoys his stay in Cyprus where he will meet forgoten striker January Zyambo
@Justice Kafusha
Cheers Justice. I didn’t know that Mo had played in UEFA until Metal pa Metal informed me yesterday. I then went on and did a bit of research. Not only did the guy play in the cup, but he did well too!
This is a classic example of the beauty of this site. It is about educating each other and providing information to help develop our football.
Guys, I have purchased my internet viewing pass for the Zesco match on myafricanfootball. I am really excited, this is history in the making. Good luck Zescolo!!!!
Dinamo, a few days agao I tried to do some research on where Zyambo was, I drew a blank. Which Cypriot club is he with??
I’ll remain mute on Moses and whether or not he is a good example because I don’t know enough on the details on why he hasn’t featured for Zed.
@Dinamo
Well said. I hope one day he will share his experience with Zambian players thru. coaching
As for January Zyambo I thought I read somewhere that he was in Albania, not sure though
@Whisper
Is the Zesco game not being shown free of charge? I thought I saw a link somewhere. Anyway I hope Zesco thump these Nigerians, though it will be a tough game
Just read in the papers that Zesco have been told to find another venue for the remainig home matches by a CAF representative citing distance from Ndola airport as a problem for visiting teams. He said Kitwe would be better and this CAF dude is going to inspect Arthur Davies Stadium as well as the Trade fair Grounds
With all these politics I have a feeling Zambia’s home game Vs Egypt is most likely to be played outside Zambia, just a feeling
@Justice Kafusha
Unfortunately not. I have paid, just because I then can guarantee that I will be able to watch. I also hope we (Zesco) pump in at least 2 goals and concede none.
This Konkola issue is never going to be resolved, I heard that CEC was doing some good stuff at Arthur Davis? They were even supposed to be putting in plastic seating. What is the capacity if Arthur Davis? Would it be better that Govt works with CEC to help upgrade the stadium so that we don’t continue encountering these problems with Konkola. Can someone who knows better than me advise?
I think that January Zyambo is back in Albania. From what I have managed to ascertain, he was in Albania, went to Cyprus for one season between 2004-5 and then went back to Albania.
Some news from France about Jonas SAKUWAHA: some French media (maville.com) reported yersteday that Sakuwaha, who was on trials at FC Lorient (Ligue 1) since last week, went back to Zambia to play the African Champion’s League with his team Zesco United.
What’s more interesting are the declarations of Lorient’s coach after that: “We agreed on staying in touch. Anyway, if recruiting him turns out to be possible, I will be in favour of him coming here”.
A Zambian in a French Ligue 1 team soon..?
Great
Disappointing turnout at Konkola. The game is about to kick off.
Jonas on the bench.
what are the scores guys?
where are you watching the game?
it’s a 50 50 affair. Zesco have had a good couple of shots but missed the target. They look impeccable in their kit. It puts Chipolopolo to shame.
where can i watch the game?
Myafricanfootball.com
You have to be about 3,95 Euros
pay
myafricanfootball.com
How minutes gone Imew bantu? just woke up
What a chance for Chipalo!!! This is looking like the Zed vs Algeria game all over again.
update us.cannot pay now.already 2 late
about 20 mins. Gametime, was it boogalife last night
Jacob Mulenga is in action for Utrecht in a friendly right now
The final ball is missing from Zesco. Good appraoch play but not making the final ball count.
Impressed by Jackson Mwanza so far. E. Sakala also has them worried.
Their keeper is good at reading the game and coming of his line.
Justice, are you watching Jacob. Keep us updated.
Zesco has scored
Welee 1-0 Kamwandi with a good header from a well worked corner.
It went short to be knocked to the back post. Sakala rose to head it back across, J. Mwanza flicked it on for Kamwandi to head high into the net.
Zesco Scored through Rogers Kamwandi
No Whisper it wasn’t boogalife lastnight haha
This game is not as entertaining as national team level, Zesco is the better team but they should put the ball down. Try to outplay their opponents, Kano hasnt been a real threat.
We need more goals Ba Zesco thats the way to go
Haha, you guys are funny. Don’t take criticism to well i guess.
There is only one team playing football and that is Zesco. Sorry to say this, but the pitch is a problem. It’s as if the ball has a heartbeat, it’s jumping all over the place. Pillars don’t seem to have much attacking threat, but you never know. They might change things up at the break.
Also have to say that Zesco is a huge team. There are some serious dudes out there. HH, Mtonga and Sakala are all around 6,2/6,3 in height and not skinny with it! If they bring Jonas on they will just be adding to that size.
I really like the way the two guys upfront play though. Sakala is a good hold up player and Mwanza is clever, quick and energetic. They complement each other well.
Yes it is 4-1 to Utrecht and Jacob is playing on the right wing
Jacob is now playing as a central striker
How is he doing Justice? Who are they playing?
In Chillies Jonas is on for Chipalo and just had a good effort on goal, but shot straight at the goalie. Zesco need to play the ball on the ground a bit more.
Zega taking an upper hand. Nicholas Zulu warming up. Still 1 – 0 to zesco.
Mwango missed a good chance for Zega.
Thanx ba Justice for that update.
Nicholas coming in for Mwanza. From the time Sakuwaha came in, Zega have been using more of the wings which seems to be a better gameplan.
They are playing FC Zwolle another dutch side. Jacob is doing very fine considering that he is knew. The good news is that he has managed to knock out Danish forward Morten Skoubo out of the team. The Danish guy has been told to find another club
About 13 min before the close of the match.
Step Aside you are right. Mwango and Jonas are seeing more of the ball.
Zesco are doing well, but I would really like a second goal to make the goal difference a bit healthier
Good Zesco 3 points will be good enough
Kano Pillars have equalised! Damn…
Kano has scored keepers mistake
1-1!!!! What a mess at the back. Just like Algeria! Zesco have dominated and they have scored.
I am feeling sick!! What a mistake! Come on Zescolo. Now the Nigerians are wasting time.
Yonah!!! That was a brilliant chance. He should have taken his time before going for that great opportunity (which he sent high).
Lottie Phiri on the touch line.
Captain Enock Sakala out for L.Phiri. About three minues of regulation time. Zega should score by all means.
Ba whisper, naine Im taken low with that equaliser (which could have been avoided).
Interesting to see HH going in front. haha
Kano now playing Arabian tactics.
C’mon Zescolo!!!
Fifa do something about time wasting please!!!
What a miss by Nicholas Zulu. Aaaaaahgggg!!! That could have been just would have made my day! It was a clear cut chance sure Nicholas!
Full time. Zesco have drwn with K. Pillars, thus share a point each. Zega had amased a lot of chanses that never materialised. I hope Zescolo to up their game in the return leg. They should go for an all out attach. A win away in Nigerial will be gr8.
Zesco has that Chipolopolo boys syndrome create alot of chance at only manage to score 1 goal. Kano Pillars had one shot on target and they scored. Anyone watching the kids playing in the field hahaha entertaining.
Metal pa metal, you are right. Let FIFA shut the place down. It is having a very serious negative impact on the health of some of us!! Step Aside and I are not feeling alright! Is there no other potential host venue in Zed?
Too bad 1-1 at home, anyway let us see what happens in the next game
I think that Zesco can sort these chaps out in Nihjah. I didn’t see anything in any of their players that made me fearful. There defence is tough, but it can be penetrated.
Let’s hope for a draw between Al Hilal and El Merrikech. All 4 teams on 1 point isn’t that bad.
Indeed Konkola is turning out to be a nightmare. Kaya manje. I don’t see any alternative pa zed. I’m afraid we might end up playing Egypt outside Zambia (which I pray NEVER to happen).
It is very unsafe to lose twp points at home. K.Pillars were not that good but just that mistake and they got away with a [valid] point for them. Kind of reminded of Chipolopolo eish!!!
Utrecht won 5-1 in a friendly against another Dutch team (Zwolle). In this game, Jacob Mulenga scored the two last goals and made a great impression!
Step Aside I understand how you feel, but my dear brother football is a very funny game and most of the times very unpredictable. So just take easy and calm down. It would have been worse if we had lost. Soccer these days has no home ground
Advantage and in fact though Zesco played in Zambia they played away in some way.
In addition the tournament has reached an advanced stage where tactics will play a major role. Let them delay today, next time it will be us and they will cry
It is no excuse my brother; I have a strong feeling Zesco would rich very far in this competition, with good tactics from the technical bench we may even reach the semis and finals. I for one is still comfortable despite the result
Let us just be positive and support Zesco, one point is better than nothing. (This is my opinion)
About Konkola Stadium, I am not sure it is the right stadium even for our National Team. Are we saying that there is no better stadium than Konkola in Zambia?
Cheers
reach
Well Justice the only way would be to get something on the return leg, Zesco cant afford all 3 points. They just gave away two points.
People, there is a problem of character in our players. Mwalichishiba ichumbu ichafomoka. Invest in the academies-all sports disciplines, new stadia is coming. I hope sichone can coach zambia some day.
One point id certianly better than nothing. However, there is an indictment to our strikers. You cant be missing chance after chance and expect to go far in the competition. This is also the problem with the Chipolopolo. ZESCO have some “bucks” by Zambian standards, let them look elsewhere, i mean in the region, and get quality tsrikers like Zanaco’s Kabamba.
Justice Kafusha,
In terms of the pitch, Nkoloma and Arthur Davies are in better shape than Konkola. However, they are very small and to take a world cup qualifier would be challenging. However, ZESCO should work with Power (CEC) and see if they could use arthur davies. Given the crowd that we saw yesterday, Arthur Davies would be fine.
JC thanks for the information
At times people one has to go under in order to come up, look at Anelka the resigning top scorer in England he had to go down and then he came up.All the best moses, BLO-YOUNG is with you just do your thing with all your dedicated mind.
Ba Sichone has made a good move towards his diminnishing career.Make some money man.
you guys are wrong moses played in uefa in 2004 vs liverpool go to google and search for his images u will see him battling aganaist steven gerrad. big mo always my zambian favorite player.