Hervé Renard, the coach of Zambia, expressed disappointment with his team’s performance in their opening match against Ethiopia. He acknowledged the quality of Ethiopia’s performance and credited their goalkeeper, Kennedy Mweene, for preventing a worse outcome. Renard took responsibility for what he perceived as a failure in preparing the team for the tournament’s opening match.
He also commented on the controversial incident involving the Ethiopian goalkeeper’s red card, stating that, in his opinion, the expulsion was justified.
Renard recognized the expectations of Zambia’s supporters and indicated that the team would aim for better results in the upcoming matches. The coach’s candid assessment reflects the competitive nature of the African Cup of Nations and the high expectations associated with the defending champions.
