FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women face a defining nine-day stretch in the NBM Women’s Premiership, with three key fixtures lined up against Topik Academy, Mighty Wanderers Queens, and Silver Strikers Ladies.
The demanding run of matches will test the team’s fitness, depth, and character as they look to climb the table and cement their place among the league’s top contenders.
Rescheduled Clash Against Topik Academy
The Bullets’ match against Topik Academy, initially scheduled for Sunday at Kamuzu Stadium, did not take place after the visitors faced logistical issues to fulfill the fixture. It has now been rescheduled for Tuesday, 7 October 2025, at Mpira Stadium in Blantyre.
With no action for nearly a month, the rescheduled match provides the perfect chance for Bullets Women to reset and build momentum ahead of a busy week. The encounter will also mark the team’s first competitive outing since 7 September, when they suffered a 3-1 defeat to Ascent Soccer Academy in Lilongwe.
Head Coach Maggie Chombo and her technical team will be eager to return to winning ways and reignite the team’s rhythm in the league. The squad is expected to be boosted by the return of captain Zainab Kapanda and striker Mary Chavinda, whose experience and attacking presence will be vital.
A win on Tuesday would propel The People’s Team into the top five, while Topik Academy—still searching for their first victory of the season—will be aiming to turn their fortunes around.
First Blantyre Women’s Derby Awaits
Just five days later, focus will shift to one of the most anticipated fixtures in Malawian women’s football — the first-ever Blantyre women’s derby in the NBM Women’s Premiership — when Bullets Women face Mighty Wanderers Queens on Saturday, 12 October 2025, at Mpira Stadium. Kick-off is at 14:30.
The derby promises fireworks as the two Blantyre giants meet again. Wanderers Queens have enjoyed an impressive start to their campaign, collecting 12 points from six matches and sitting third in the standings.
However, history favours Bullets, who dominated both meetings last season with commanding 3-0 victories in each encounter. Beyond bragging rights, this clash will also play a role in shaping the early title race as the red and blue halves of Blantyre battle for early-season bragging rights.
League Leaders Silver Strikers Ladies Await
To close out their demanding stretch, Bullets Women will host league leaders Silver Strikers Ladies at Mpira Stadium on Wednesday, 15 October 2025.
Silver have been unstoppable this season, boasting a perfect record and an unbeaten streak that has made them the team to beat. But Bullets will be determined to end that run and make a bold statement in front of their home supporters.
The sides share a competitive history — Bullets won 3-1 in their first-ever meeting when Silver were still known as DD Sunshine, and followed up with a 2-1 victory in their most recent clash at the National Championship. With that record in mind, The People’s Team will enter the match confident of upsetting the odds and reigniting their push toward the top of the standings.
Defining Period for the People’s Team
The coming nine days represent both a challenge and an opportunity for Bullets Women — a test of their resilience, tactical discipline, and hunger for success.
Chombo described the period as “a true test of character”, noting that her players are motivated to rise to the occasion.
“We know it’s a tough run, but these are the kind of matches that define great teams. The girls are focused, and we’re ready to fight for maximum points in every game.”
With momentum and pride on the line, Bullets Women will be aiming to make this nine-day run a turning point in their campaign — one that could set the tone for the remainder of the NBM Women’s Premiership season.
All eyes now turn to Mpira Stadium as The People’s Team begin their demanding run on Tuesday afternoon.
