The Chipolopolo could not ask for more in their first match in these 2022 World Cup qualifiers as they defeated Mauritania 2-1 on Friday afternoon to claim all three points with Prince Mumba scoring the winning goal.

Beston Chambeshi’s men realised a good start to the game as their skipper and Brighton & Hove Albion star Enock Mwepu gave the lead to Zambia in the 10th minute.

That 1-0 scoreline remained unchanged until half-time before Prince Mumba’s winner in the second stanza in the 57th minute.

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Amadou Niass’ reducer for Mauritania (69th minute) was not enough to power Corentin Martins’ side who lose the game 1-2 at home.

This win is a perfect start for Chipolopolo who will challenge North African side Tunisia on Tuesday, September 7.

Meanwhile, Mauritania will make a trip to Equatorial Guinea for their second game.