It’s crunch time in the TNM Super League as FCB Nyasa Big Bullets aim for their 19th league win of the 2025 season against Karonga United tomorrow at Karonga Stadium.
Already in the Northern Region after arriving on Thursday, Bullets know that every point counts in the race for the league title.
This match is the first of two crucial Northern Region fixtures, with a midweek clash against Moyale Barracks to follow, making this trip decisive for their championship ambitions.
FORM GUIDE
Bullets have won two of their last three league matches, beating Civil Service United 4-3 and Kamuzu Barracks 2-0, before a 2-0 loss to Creck Sporting Club. The defeat leaves them tied on 56 points with Mighty Wanderers, though Wanderers recently lost 2-1 to Mzuzu City Hammers.
Defensively, Bullets have been vulnerable, conceding 18 goals in 25 matches—their worst record since 2013. Offensively, they remain deadly. Babatunde Adepoju and Chikumbutso Salima have already combined for 26 of the team’s 52 goals, keeping Bullets a constant threat in attack.
Karonga United have won one and lost two of their last three games, beating Dedza Dynamos 3-1 but falling to Creck Sporting Club and Ekhaya FC. They currently sit fourth with 40 points from 25 matches.
HEAD-TO-HEAD
Bullets have the edge in the 13 meetings with Karonga, boasting 8 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses. Their first-round clash ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw at Kamuzu Stadium. Last season, Bullets lost 2-1 away but won 3-1 at home. Earlier this year, they beat Karonga 2-1 in the Airtel Top 8 Cup semis, eventually retaining the trophy on penalties against reigning league Silver Strikers.
TEAM NEWS
Blessings Mpokera remains sidelined with an injury from the Kamuzu Barracks clash. The rest of the squad is fit and available for selection.
MATCH DETAILS
Fixture: Bullets vs Karonga United
Competition: TNM Super League
Date: Saturday, 7 December 2025
Venue: Karonga Stadium
Kick-off: 14:30 CAT
MATCH OFFICIALS
An experienced officiating team will oversee this high-stakes encounter, ensuring a fair contest.
Referee: Waliko Simfukwe will be at the centre of the action. He will handle his third match involving The People’s Team, having previously officiated games against Mzuzu City Hammers in 2024 and 2025.
Assistant Referee 1: Solomon Silobode runs the first line. This will be his third Bullets match since last season.
Assistant Referee 2: Fiskani Kaonga serves as second assistant and he will be making his Bullets debut.
Fourth Official: Misheck Juba manages the technical area and match-day operations. His league and cup experience ensures smooth proceedings.
Match Assessor: Kalyoto Ngosi monitors the performance of the officiating team. A veteran referee turned assessor, Ngosi provides valuable insight and oversight.
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