An exciting week awaits The People’s Team, with key fixtures for the First Team and U19s. After a productive weekend at Kamuzu Stadium, Sunday promises a thrilling double-header, starting with the U19s and building up to the senior squad’s Castel Challenge Cup semifinal.
The week is all about preparation and momentum. With the First Team targeting a place in the Castel Challenge Cup final and the Under-19s pushing to strengthen their position in the BDYFL title race, the squad will fine-tune performances and sharpen their focus ahead of an important matchday at Kamuzu Stadium.
Here’s what’s in store for Maule this week.
Gilbert Chirwa’s Pre-Match Press Conference
Thursday | Bullets Club House | 11:00
Interim Head Coach Gilbert Chirwa will address the media ahead of the Castel Challenge Cup semifinal against Mzuzu City Hammers.
He will share insights on the team’s preparations, expectations, and approach to the big match, and will take questions from the media, giving fans a glimpse of how the squad is gearing up for a high-stakes Sunday at Kamuzu Stadium.
Under-19s: Curtain Raiser at Kamuzu Stadium
Sunday | Kamuzu Stadium | 09:30 | BDYFL vs Nyambadwe United
Our youngsters head to Kamuzu Stadium on Sunday morning aiming for maximum points to reach 59 and keep pressure on league leaders Mighty Wanderers Youth. Wanderers slipped to a 3–1 defeat against Nyambadwe last weekend but remain top of the table with 61 points.
A victory for Bullets will also extend the gap over Ekhaya Youth, who sit third with 54 points, keeping the title race finely balanced as the season enters its decisive phase. The young Maule are determined to maintain momentum and set the tone ahead of the First Team’s Castel Challenge Cup semifinal later in the day.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early and cheer on the young Maule, while following official club channels for live updates and behind-the-scenes content.
First Team: Castel Challenge Cup Semifinal
Sunday | Kamuzu Stadium | 14:30 | vs Mzuzu City Hammers
Bullets return to Kamuzu Stadium this Sunday for a high-stakes Castel Challenge Cup semifinal against Mzuzu City Hammers.
The People’s Team earned their place in the last four with a commanding 2–0 win over Mighty Tigers FC in the quarterfinal, with Maxwell Phodo striking twice to take his tally in the 2025 edition to seven goals.
This semifinal is more than just a match—it’s a chance for redemption. Last season, Bullets fell to Hammers in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw in the semis, and the squad is determined to go one step further this time.
This week, Chirwa and his technical staff are working closely with the team, focusing on tactical precision, defensive organization, and attacking sharpness to ensure the squad is ready for every challenge on matchday.
Sunday promises to be a thrilling showdown, with supporters encouraged to arrive early to back The People’s Team. The outcome will not only decide who reaches the final but also set the tone for Maule’s continued quest for silverware this season.
