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Bernard Chanda

Zambian footballer and manager (1952-1993) · Zambia · On the map · Footballers · Died at 41

Bernard Chanda was one of Zambia's greatest strikers and was the league top scorer three times.

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Career 4

ClubYearsMatchesGoals
Nkana F.C.1974-1981
Mufulira Wanderers F.C.1971-1973
Zambia1970-19806829
Roan United F.C.1969-1971

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Nicknamed 'Bomber,' he played for three of Zambia's biggest clubs - Roan United, Mufulira Wanderers and Rokana United, and is remembered for scoring a hat-trick in the 4-2 semi-final victory over Congo at the 1974 African Cup of Nations tournament. Chanda was voted Zambian Footballer of the Year in 1974 and is fourth on the list of all-time goal scorers for Zambia in international matches behind Godfrey Chitalu, Alex Chola and Kalusha Bwalya with 29 goals.

Country
Zambia
Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1952 to 1993 · aged 41