Having contributed so much to Zambia's historic win in the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations it was cruel that Joseph Musonda's final against Ivory Coast should be cut short by injury after just 11 minutes.

Musonda injured his ankle making a vital intervention against Gervinho who was bearing down on goal and he left the field in visible distress.

Despite his uncompromising defending, Joseph Musonda is considered to be one of the gentlemen of the Zambia national team, so it was no surprise when his opponent that day, Didier Drogba, came to comfort him as he was brought off the field.

[7] At the time, Joseph Musonda turned down the opportunity to play in the United Arab Emirates on a lucrative contract.

[8] On 12 November 2019, it was confirmed, that 42-year old Musonda had retired after more than 20 years of playing professional football and would continue as a physical coach at Nkana, signing a two-year deal with the club.