Green Eagles Aim to Honor Late Tapson Kaseba with Musanza Derby Win

Green Eagles Football Club head coach Perry Mutapa says Saturday’s Musanza derby against FC MUZA at Independence Stadium will be dedicated to the late Tapson Kaseba, the club’s former star striker.

Kaseba, a former Chipolopolo forward, died in Lusaka last week and was laid to rest on Sunday. He was a key figure in Green Eagles’ rise in Zambian football, helping the Choma-based side qualify for the CAF Confederation Cup and secure a runners-up finish in the MTN Super League.

Currently seventh on the log with four points, Green Eagles are eager to return to winning ways after a 1-1 draw with ZESCO United in their Week Three away fixture. FC MUZA, unbeaten and sitting second on the table with two wins and a draw, are expected to provide stiff competition.

Mutapa said the international break allowed his side to refine their approach and address early-season issues. “I think the international break gave us ample time to correct the mistakes from the past three games and to improve on the strengths we’ve shown,” he said. “MUZA are a good team, compact in midfield and defense, but we have strategies to unlock them. This is a new game, and tomorrow we must come with new energy.”

Emphasizing the emotional significance of the match, Mutapa added: “A befitting send-off for Tapson Kaseba will be an outright win. It’s good the game will be played on Saturday, so we expect the stadium to be packed. For the fans, they just have to keep on supporting the team for 90 minutes, and hopefully we’re going to get the three points.”

The derby promises a passionate contest as Green Eagles seek victory both for points and in memory of their fallen hero.