Amine Hiver joins Zesco United: Chad international to compete in CAF Confederation Cup
Chadian international footballer Amine Hiver has officially signed with Zesco United, one of Zambia’s top football clubs. The 25-year-old striker, who was a free agent following the end of his contract with Cameroonian club Aigle Royal on July 1, has committed to a two-year deal with the Zambian giants.
Hiver’s move to Zesco United marks a significant step in his football career, which has seen him play for several clubs across Africa.
After an impressive season with Aigle Royal, where he played a crucial role in helping the team retain its place in Cameroon’s Elite One, Hiver now embarks on a new challenge in Zambia.
His signing with Zesco United, a club with a rich history and a track record of success, reflects his growing reputation as a talented striker.
Amine Hiver’s football journey began in his hometown of Ndjamena, Chad, where he made a name for himself playing for Gazelles FC in Chad’s top division.
His skills on the pitch led to opportunities abroad, with stints at Gabon’s Mangasport and AS Colombes, before eventually joining Aigle Royal in Cameroon.
Throughout his career, Hiver has shown adaptability and a keen eye for goal, qualities that have earned him a place in the Chadian national team, the Sao.
The move to Zesco United not only offers Hiver the chance to play in one of Africa’s more competitive leagues but also provides him with the opportunity to compete on the continental stage.
Zesco United, a nine-time Zambian Premier League champion, finished as runners-up in the 2023-2024 season, securing their spot in the CAF Confederation Cup play-offs.
Hiver is set to make his debut in African club competition when Zesco United faces Zimbabwe’s Dynamos Football Club in the first round of the CAF Confederation Cup, with the first leg scheduled for August 18 and the return leg on August 24.
This will be Hiver’s first experience playing in the CAF Confederation Cup, a platform that could further elevate his profile in African football.
His new club, Zesco United, based in Ndola, has a reputation for nurturing talent and competing fiercely in both domestic and continental competitions.
Under the guidance of coach George Lwandamina, Hiver will be expected to contribute significantly to the team’s ambitions, both in the Zambian Premier League and in the CAF Confederation Cup.
For Amine Hiver, this move to Zesco United represents not just a new chapter in his career but also an opportunity to prove himself on a larger stage.
As he prepares to take on the challenges that come with playing for one of Zambia’s top clubs, Hiver will undoubtedly be looking to make a strong impression in his debut CAF competition and help Zesco United achieve success in the upcoming season.
