FCB Nyasa Big Bullets enjoyed a productive weekend across all tiers, recording mixed yet encouraging results as the club continues to show strength on multiple fronts.
With the season entering a decisive stretch, performances across the Bullets system highlighted momentum, growth, and consistency.
From Peter Mponda’s men holding top spot on goal difference in the TNM Super League to Yamikani Fodya’s boys sustaining pressure in the youth championship, the Bullets family demonstrated resilience and purpose.
Maggie Chombo’s side resumed league action following the international break, while Heston Munthali’s charges continued their preparations for a key midweek fixture.
Here is the full round-up of how the Bullets teams fared over the weekend.
First Team: Huge Three Points Away in Karonga
Peter Mponda’s men maintained their place at the top of the TNM Super League with a crucial 2-0 victory over Karonga United on Saturday at Karonga Stadium, taking their tally to 59 points from 26 matches. It was another composed performance on the road in the Northern Region, where The People’s Team have shown discipline and efficiency in recent weeks.
They remain level on points with second-placed Mighty Wanderers, who beat Ekhaya FC on Sunday afternoon, but The People’s Team stay ahead courtesy of a superior goal difference.
Silver Strikers sit third with 53 points and a game in hand after demolishing relegated Songwe Border United, while Civil Service United moved into fourth on 41 points following their win over our midweek opponents, Moyale Barracks. Karonga United complete the top five with 40 points.
With one more assignment in the North, Mponda’s men now turn their focus to Wednesday’s clash against Moyale at Mzuzu Stadium, aiming to stretch and solidify their lead as the title race heats up.
Women’s Team: Chombo’s Side Returns With a Draw
Maggie Chombo’s side resumed NBM Women’s Premiership action after the international break and settled for a 1-1 draw against MDF Lioness on Saturday at Mpira Stadium. The result keeps them fourth with 19 points from 12 matches, level with Lioness but ahead on goal difference.
Silver Strikers Ladies remain firmly in control at the top with 33 points after beating Ascent Soccer Academy 2-0. Ascent are second on 26 points, while Mighty Wanderers Queens follow in third with 20 points after their win over Topik Academy.
Under-19: Young Maule Bounce Back
Yamikani Fodya’s boys returned to winning ways with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Soche Madrid on Sunday at Mpira Stadium. The youngsters have now collected 15 points from their last six matches, underlining their impressive late-season form.
They sit second with 43 points from 21 games, five behind leaders Mighty Wanderers Youth, who claimed a 4-0 win over Young Stars. Ekhaya Youth are third with 40 points from 20 matches, edging fourth-placed Soche Madrid on goal difference.
Reserve Team: Munthali’s Charges Eye Midweek Return
Heston Munthali’s charges were not in action over the weekend and will return to competition on Thursday against Mighty Tigers Reserves at Mpira Stadium. They remain fourth with 46 points from 26 matches.
Ekhaya Reserves strengthened their grip at the summit with 52 points following a commanding 9-1 victory over Ntopwa FC. Chilobwe United sit second with 50 points despite their 2-1 loss to Immigration FC, while Wanderers Reserves follow closely in third with 48 points. All top-four sides have played 26 matches.
Looking Ahead: Key Week for All Teams
With crucial fixtures on the horizon across all levels, focus within the Bullets camp sharpens as the race intensifies in the first tier, women’s premiership, youth championship, and premier division. The coming week presents another opportunity not only to consolidate positions but also to build on the momentum displayed this weekend.
