FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women return to action this Thursday as they host Civil Service Women in a crucial NBM Women’s Premiership clash at Mpira Stadium. With the season entering its final weeks, every point counts in the race for a top-three finish.
Champions Silver Strikers Ladies have already wrapped up the league with 42 points, while Ascent Academy sits second on 35 points. Bullets Women are third with 31 points, keeping themselves in contention for a strong finish, while Civil Service Ladies are sixth with 25 points. This makes Thursday’s clash vital for both sides as they look to end the season on a high note.
FORM GUIDE
Bullets have been in excellent form recently, winning four of their last five matches. They drew 1–1 with MDF Lioness before recording victories over Moyale Sisters (2–1), Ascent Academy (2–1), Topik Academy (2–1), and Mighty Wanderers Queens (1–0). The win over Wanderers also completed a Blantyre women’s derby double, showing they are peaking at the right time.
Civil Women have had a mixed run in recent weeks. They defeated Moyale Sisters 3–1, lost 0–1 to Ascent Academy, beat Topik Academy 2–0, fell 0–2 to Mighty Wanderers Queens, and ended with a 2–0 victory over Silver Strikers Ladies in the Lilongwe women’s derby before the break last week.
HEAD-TO-HEAD
This will be the second league meeting between the two sides in the inaugural women’s national league. In the first round at Nankhaka Stadium, the teams played a 1–1 draw, with Monalisa Mhango giving Bullets the lead before Mercy Mkandawire equalized for the hosts in the second half. Thursday’s clash promises fireworks as both teams look to gain an edge in the title chase for runners-up.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
For Maule Ladies, Mary Chavinda and Vanessa Issa have been key threats in attack. Chavinda has scored 7 goals in 9 games despite missing part of the season due to injury, while Issa has 5 goals from 14 appearances.
The visitors will rely on captain Mkandawire, who has 7 goals in 15 games, and Jessie Yosefe, who has 5 goals in 15 matches. Both players have been instrumental in their team’s attack and will be ones to watch closely.
COACH’S THOUGHTS
Bullets Women head coach Maggie Chombo stressed the importance of focus and discipline in the final stretch:
“Every match counts now. We are prepared, we know the stakes. With two games remaining, the team is determined to finish the season strongly. Playing at home gives us an advantage, and we will look to take full advantage,” she told club media ahead of the clash.
Chombo added: “Civil isn’t an easy team—they have some very dangerous players, so we must stay focused and disciplined throughout the 90 minutes.”
TEAM NEWS
Bullets will rely on key performers such as Bernadetta Mkandawire, Effa Msukwa, Asimenye Mwanyongo, Leah Mussah, Linda Nyangu, Ioulia Yiannakis, Matamando Makawa, Caroline Mulenzo, Chavinda, and Issa.
Chombo is expected to field her strongest lineup as Maule aim to secure another important win and continue pressing for a top-three finish.
MATCH OFFICIALS
The Football Association of Malawi has named Idrissa Kapinga as the centre referee, assisted by Charity Banda and Juliana Saizi on the lines. Amina Kaphagawani will serve as the fourth official, while Grace Msiska will be the referee assessor. The experienced officiating team is tasked with ensuring fair play and maintaining high standards during the match.
HOW TO FOLLOW
Fans can catch live updates, scores, and behind-the-scenes coverage via FCB Nyasa Big Bullets’ official channels. The match will also be broadcast live on Mpira TV and streamed on the FAM Facebook page.
Don’t miss the action this Thursday. Come to Mpira Stadium to cheer on Bullets Women as they aim for another crucial victory. Be part of the excitement, support The People’s Team, and witness every goal, tackle, and moment of drama as the race for the top-three heats up.
