Lusaka, Zambia – April 29, 2026 – The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has expressed deep sorrow following the death of former Zambia Under-20 Women National Team and Zesco Ndola Girls player Theresa Musatila.
In a press statement issued from Football House in Lusaka, FAZ confirmed the passing of the young footballer, describing her death as a major loss to Zambian women’s football.
Keith Mweemba Describes Musatila’s Death as Devastating
FAZ President Keith Mweemba said Musatila’s death is particularly heartbreaking because she was among Zambia’s most promising young female football talents.
Mweemba recalled that Musatila was one of the three young players selected by FAZ and COSAFA to travel to Spain under a prestigious La Liga one-year sponsorship scholarship programme.
FAZ revealed that Musatila was sponsored in 2023 alongside Esther Musialela and Jessy Zulu, following their impressive performance at the 2022 Under-17 Region VI Tournament held in Malawi.
“Sad to Lose Such a Young and Promising Star” – FAZ
“We are saddened to learn of the death of Theresa Musatila who was one of the talents nurtured within our structures at FAZ,” Mweemba said.
He added that Musatila had shown tremendous growth in her football career, having represented Zambia at both Under-17 and Under-20 levels.
“She had grown from representing the Under-17 and Under-20 national teams and was looking like a Copper Queens prospect. It is sad to lose such a young and promising star,” Mweemba said.
Condolences to Family and Football Community
FAZ extended condolences to Musatila’s family, her club Zesco United Ndola Girls, and the wider football community in Zambia.
“Our commiserations are extended to the family, Zesco United Ndola Girls and the wider football community,” the statement read.
Musatila Died in Kitwe After Short Illness
FAZ confirmed that the Zesco Ndola Girls left-back, who had reportedly been recovering from an injury, died after a short illness in Kitwe.
The statement was issued on behalf of FAZ by Nkweto Tembwe, Head of Media and Communications.
Musatila’s death has left a dark cloud over the Zambian football fraternity, with many describing her as one of the brightest upcoming stars who had the potential to represent Zambia at senior level with the Copper Queens.
