Forest Rangers
- Leagues Played
- Zambia Super League 353 Zambia Cup 4 CAF Champions League 2 Australia FFA Cup Qualifying 1
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Results
| Zambia Super League | 05/17 13:00 | 34 |
Indeni FC
v
Forest Rangers 
|
W | 1-3 | |
| Zambia Super League | 05/03 13:00 | 33 |
Forest Rangers v
Red Arrows FC
|
L | 0-1 | |
| Zambia Super League | 04/19 13:00 | 32 |
Mufulira Wanderers
v
Forest Rangers
|
W | 0-1 | |
| Zambia Super League | 04/09 13:00 | 31 |
Forest Rangers v
Nchanga Rangers
|
D | 0-0 | |
| Zambia Super League | 04/02 13:00 | 30 |
Green Eagles
v
Forest Rangers
|
D | 1-1 | |
| Zambia Super League | 03/22 13:00 | 29 |
Forest Rangers v
Nkana FC
|
D | 1-1 | |
| Zambia Super League | 03/12 13:00 | 28 |
[6] Nkwazi
v
Forest Rangers [17]
|
D | 0-0 | |
| Zambia Super League | 03/08 13:00 | 27 |
Forest Rangers v
NAPSA Stars
|
D | 0-0 | |
| Zambia Super League | 03/01 13:00 | 26 |
ZESCO United
v
Forest Rangers
|
D | 0-0 | |
| Zambia Super League | 02/22 13:00 | 25 |
Forest Rangers v
Mutondo Stars
|
D | 0-0 | |
| Zambia Super League | 02/15 13:00 | 24 |
Lumwana Radiants
v
Forest Rangers
|
D | 1-1 | |
| Zambia Super League | 02/08 13:00 | 23 |
Forest Rangers v
Kabwe Warriors
|
D | 1-1 |
Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Wins | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Draws | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Losses | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Goals for | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Goals against | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Clean sheets | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Failed to score | 16 | 9 | 7 |
Wikipedia - Forest Rangers F.C.
Forest Rangers F.C. is a football club from Ndola, Zambia, currently playing in the top flight Zambia Super League.
History
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In 1975, Forest Rangers Football Club started as Community Football Team at Dola Hill Forest Station in Ndola and joined the Ndola District Amateur League in 1976. After a period of 3 years, the club was promoted to Division 3 under the Copperbelt Amateur League up to the end of the 1988 soccer season. The club played Division 1 football from 1989 to 1991.
During the 1991 soccer season, the club finished as runners up in the Independence Cup Competition after losing 5–1 to Nkana Football Club. This was after the club had eliminated Mufulira Wanderers in the semi-final by a lone goal at Nkana Stadium. At the end of the same soccer season, the club won promotion to the Super League Division.
The club stayed in the Super League Division up to the end of the 1994 soccer season. During the 1994 season, the club finished among the top eight clubs of the Super League Division.
In 1995, the sponsors (ZAFFICO Limited) under the cost saving measures policy disbanded the team.
In 1998, the team was revamped through social football. In 1999, the team merged with Strike Rovers Football club and played Division 1 Football under the club name of Forest Strikes Football Club up to 2000.
In 2001, the club retained the name of Forest Rangers Football Club when ZAFFICO Limited became the sole sponsors of the club.
The club's Premier League Football performance since 2002 has been as follows:
| Year | Competition | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Super League | |
| 2003 | Division 1 | |
| 2004 | Super League | |
| 2005 | Division 1 | |
| 2006 | Super League | Top 8 |
| 2007 | Super League | |
| 2008 | Division 1 | |
| 2009 | Super League | Top 8 |
| 2010 | Super League | |
| 2011 | Super League | |
| 2012 | Super League | |
| 2013 | Super League | |
| 2014 | Division 1 | |
| 2015 | Super League |
- In 2020, Forest Rangers finished the FAZ Super League in second position, losing the title to Nkana Football Club on goal difference. As a result, they qualified for the CAF Champions League 2020/2021 season. This was the first time the club had finished as runners up since its inception in 1975 and the first time it had qualified for the CAF Champions League.
The team's colors, typically a vibrant green, reflect its connection to the lush landscapes of Zambia, symbolizing growth, vitality, and a strong community spirit. The Forest Rangers are celebrated for their dedicated fan base, who passionately support the team during home matches at their home ground, the Forest Rangers Stadium in Ndola.
With a focus on developing young talent, the club emphasizes nurturing local players and fostering a strong youth academy. This commitment to grassroots development not only strengthens the team but also contributes to the overall growth of soccer in Zambia.
The Forest Rangers are known for their resilience on the field, often characterized by their tactical discipline and teamwork. As they continue to strive for success in domestic competitions and aim for continental recognition, the Forest Rangers remain a symbol of pride for their supporters and a key player in the Zambian football landscape.