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Francis Kasonde (born 1 September 1986) is a Zambian professional footballer who plays for Sabah in Malaysia Premier League. Kasonde mainly plays as a centre-back but also can play as a defensive midfielder or as a right-back.
Club career
Kasonde has played for Power Dynamos FC in Kitwe, Zambia and Omani side Al-Suwaiq Club.
Sabah
In June 2017, Kasonde signed a six-month contract with Malaysia Premier League side Sabah. On 30 June 2017, Kasonde made his debut in a 1–0 victory during league match over PDRM.
Style of play
The versatile defender who is comfortable across the back four, can also operate as a holding midfielder.
International career
Kasonde is also a regular member of the Zambian national team from 2005 until 2013. He was the key of the Zambian team that won the 2012 African Cup of Nations. He earned his international debut in 2005 and scored his first goal against Egypt in a 1–1 draw.
Honours
National Team
Zambia
- Africa Cup of Nations: 2012