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Barbra Banda has 63 caps for Zambia Zambia's women's team have withdrawn four United States-based players from their squad for an upcoming tournament in China because of "travel measures" introduced by US President Donald Trump. The Football Association of Zambia (Faz) announced four players - captain Barbra Banda, Racheal Kundananji, Prisca Chilufya and Grace Chanda - would miss the Yongchuan International Tournament this month. All four players play in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), with Chanda, Banda and Kundananji at Orlando Pride and Chilufya with Bay FC. Faz said its decision was due to the "additional travel measures introduced by the new administration" in the US. Since taking office for the second time, Trump has signed an executive order to draft a list of countries that will mean a partial or full suspension on visitors from some nations. It is unclear if China is on the proposed list, but non-American residents have experienced increased difficulty in re-entering the country in recent months. Faz said it was in the "best interest" of the US-based players not to make the trip. "After working through the process instigated by recently introduced measures it was decided that it is in the best interest of our players to skip this assignment, " Faz general secretary Reuben Kamanga said. "They will definitely be available for future assignments as they were for the last window when we played Malawi. " Zambia face Thailand on 5 April before taking on either hosts China or Uzbekistan on 8 April. Get the latest WSL news on our dedicated page Premier League talking points with Mc Nulty Q&A: Tarkowski; Trent; Rashford UK set to host 2035 Women's World Cup as only 'valid' bid Grand National line-up at Aintree confirmed The true story of Britain's biggest bullion heist How lockdown affected children's social development The device that is taking over people's kitchens Stacey Dooley explores Britain’s shoplifting epidemic Grand National pinstickers' guide to runners Football's new phrase book - modern language or just jargon? When Liverpool nearly missed out on Salah 'Reckless' tackle & 'offside' goal - were Liverpool-Everton officials wrong? 'That was for you, Keelan' - Grealish dedicates goal to late brother 'The Goose' chases golds before return to dental school 'Aston Villa bucked the trend in January - and are reaping rewards' Was this the best free-kick in Premier League history? Video Was this the best free-kick in Premier League history? 'A special player' - resurgent Elanga has Forest dreaming The world-leading British amateur chasing repeat win at Augusta What would be a good season for Tsunoda at Red Bull? Five things to look for in Champions Cup last 16 The next Neymar & 43-year-old strikers - Copa Libertadores set to begin 'LIV dozen will provide extra challenge to Mc Ilroy's Augusta ambitions' 'I know why Real appeal to Alexander-Arnold - I was tempted too' Fear & Gibson - the best friends who keep rivals close Life on the edge - GB freerider Bramwell chases Olympic dream What were the biggest moves of NFL free agency? Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.