The Zambia national football team, nicknamed the Chipolopolo (Copper Bullets), represents Zambia in international football under the auspices of the Football Association of Zambia. Based in Lusaka, they play their home matches at the National Heroes Stadium. The team's history is marked by profound tragedy and ultimate triumph, most notably their inspirational victory at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations, which came two decades after a plane crash killed most of a golden generation of players. That 2012 win, secured in a dramatic penalty shootout against Ivory Coast, remains the pinnacle of Zambian football. The team is known for its energetic, fast-paced style of play. While consistency at the highest level has been a challenge, Zambia remains a respected force in African football, with a passionate fan base that rallies behind the iconic copper bullet emblem, always hoping for a return to continental glory.