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Zambia players set to miss NWSL games because of US re-entry restrictions
Several Zambia internationals are expected to miss weeks of NWSL matches after playing in Uganda during Olympic qualifying, because US public-health rules restrict re-entry for travelers from the region. Orlando’s Barbra Banda, Chicago’s Racheal Kundananji and Angel City’s Prisca Chilufya are among those affected. The NWSL says all players are in excellent health while clubs work on their return.
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What matters
- The 21-day re-entry windows may extend until roughly October 30, close to the end of the regular season.
- The absences could affect playoff hopes for Orlando and Angel City, while Chicago is already eliminated.
Context & caveats
- The precise return dates depend on each player’s departure date and any government exceptions.
Why this made the edition
Current, well-evidenced league disruption affecting several prominent players and the NWSL playoff race; it is more consequential for the roundup than routine match preview or commentary.
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