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FIFA investigating claims Zambia coach rubbed player’s chest at World Cup
HAMILTON, NEW ZEALAND – JULY 31: Bruce Mwape, Head Coach of Zambia, looks on prior to the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Group C match between Costa Rica and Zambia at Waikato Stadium on July 31, 2023 in Hamilton, New Zealand. (Photo by Buda Mendes/ Getty Images)
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FIFA opens investigation into alleged misconduct with Zambia - ESPN
FIFA has confirmed on Friday it is investigating an allegation of misconduct in relation to the Zambia women's national team during the World Cup.
FIFA probing ‘misconduct’ complaint involving Zambia women
SYDNEY: World governing body FIFA said Friday it was investigating a misconduct complaint relating to the Zambian women’s team at the World Cup, vowing tough punishment if proven. It did not provide details, citing confidentiality, but media reports said the incident involved coach Bruce Mwape allegedly rubbing a player’s breasts.