Zanaco Resignation Was Cordial Says Wedson

Wedson Nyirenda says he leaves Zanaco with fond memories despite the challenges in the latter two successive seasons.

And Linos Makwaza has been linked to Zanaco as Nyirenda successor following the latters resignation on Monday after three seasons in charge.

“I think I have had a good time at Zanaco. I won the league in my first season and later took them to the heights of the Caf Confederation Cup in 2010 where we finished third in Group B and that is something we should cherish,” Nyirenda said.

“2010 was a challenging year when we finished 5th because of the wrangles at Faz and 2011 was even more challenging after we lost over half of our first team players.”

Zanaco finished 8th this season.
Nyirenda said reaching the 2010 Barclays Cup final where they lost 2-0 to Zesco United was a bonus after a rough latter two seasons.

And Nyirenda said he could not confirm nor deny speculation that he was returning to Zesco where he first made an impact winning the league in 2007 and 2008.

“I have many options both in Zambia and outside and I will look at the options but meanwhile I am taking a short break,” Nyirenda said.

Meanwhile, Nyirenda’s departure has fueled talk that Makwaza who is out of contract with Nkana will be lured to Zanaco.

Makwaza’s stock has been rising over the last three seasons after impressive results with shoestring budget clubs Forest Rangers and later Nkana.

He has also managed to keep Nkana in the top flight for the last two seasons after a similar feat Forest.

Makwaza is currently away on international duty as assistant coach with the Zambia Under-20 team at the Cosafa Youth Championships in Botswana.