Rabat (Morocco), Jan 15 (IANS): Zambia kicked off their campaign at the 2018 African Nations Championship with a convincing 3-1 win against Uganda in a Group B clash.
The Zambians took the lead in the 38th minute at the Marrakech Stadium on Sunday, thanks to Lazarus Kambole, although Uganda drew level two minutes later, reports Xinhua news agency.
In the second half, goals by Augustine Mulenga and Fackson Kapumbu put the result beyond doubt.
Scheduled to conclude on February 4, the tournament, which is reserved for African players based in their domestic leagues only, features 16 teams in four groups.