US-based forward Prisca Chilufya inspired the Copper Queens to Four Nations Tournament victory in Ndola with a scintillating display.
The Angel City FC striker, who plays in the National Women’s Soccer League, grabbed a brace as Zambia thumped Zimbabwe 3-0 in the final at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium on Tuesday evening.
Acting skipper Rachael Kundananji scored the other goal for the hosts.
Chilufya had also propelled Zambia to the final with a crucial goal in the opening-day win over Kenya.
The Mighty Warriors held Zambia for 40 minutes in the final until Kundananji broke the deadlock four minutes before halftime.
Chilufya then sealed victory with goals in the 60th and 64th minutes to hand Zambia a big win on home soil.
Zambia played without injured star striker Barbra Banda, who has a hamstring problem.
Earlier, Kenya settled for third place after thrashing Lesotho 6-0 in the bronze medal match at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium.
Both Zambia and Kenya are now using the tournament to warm up for next month’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
