By Staff Writer, Lusaka
The 19-year-old, Patson Daka 2017 Total U-20 Africa Cup of Nations winner has become the second Zambian player to win the accolade after Clifford Mulenga won the 2007 edition.
Daka gave a flawless acceptance speech upon receiving the 2017 CAF Young Player of the Year Award'.
He dedicated the award to late upcoming Chipolopolo midfielder Changwe Kalale who died on December 17, 2017.
Daka said Kalale was his teammate in the junior ranks before the
Zesco United player got involved a fatal road traffic accident
that confined him to the wheelchair for three years until his
death.
“I dedicate this award to my late friend and brother
Changwe Kalale, the people of Zambia, my club Red bull
Salzburg and everyone who has supported me to achieve
this award,” he said.
“I want to thank you for the support and to my fellow
players, young players I would like encourage you that this
is the beginning of greater things to come,” added Daka.
The Kafue Celtic product further urged colleagues to keep on working
hard.
“Let us keep on working
hard and change the face of African football for we are the
future of African football. Thank you so much and God bless
you all,” he said.
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