Rainford Kalaba: A Football Journey and the “Misleading Statement”
The management of Congolese club TP Mazembe has retracted their previous statement regarding the passing of their former player, the renowned Zambian midfielder Rainford Kalaba.
In a new statement released via their official Facebook page last Saturday, the management clarified that Kalaba has not yet passed away following the traffic accident that occurred in Zambia on the previous Saturday, between the areas of Kabwe and Lusaka.
According to the new statement, direct confirmation was received from the medical team treating Kalaba. Official announcements of his demise were not made by the emergency authorities who responded to the accident. Kalaba remains in critical condition and has been placed in an induced coma at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) for urgent medical attention.
Kalaba, a former captain of the Zambia National Team affectionately known as
The Chipolopolo
, played a pivotal role in Zambia’s historic victory in the 2012 CAF Africa Cup of Nations. Despite missing his penalty, Zambia triumphed over a star-studded Ivory Coast team that included players like Didier Drogba, Yaya Touré, and Kolo Touré. This victory marked Zambia’s first-ever continental trophy.
Kalaba’s football journey includes significant achievements with TP Mazembe, where he played from January 2011 until July 2023 when he decided to retire from professional football. His accolades include winning the CAF Champions League, Confederation Cup, and Super Cup with the club.
Additionally, he played a crucial role in Zambia’s Africa Cup of Nations victory in 2012, leaving an indelible mark on Zambian football history
.
As we await updates on Kalaba’s condition, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and the devastating consequences of reckless driving. Our thoughts are with Kalaba, his family, and the football community during this challenging time.
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