The first team secured Wedson Nyirenda’s first victory in charge, Bullets Reserves saw their fixture postponed and the club’s loan players continued gaining valuable experience.
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets enjoyed a successful weekend as The People’s Team secured Nyirenda’s first victory in charge, while the club’s loan players continued gaining valuable experience with their respective teams.
From a crucial three points in Lilongwe to competitive minutes for players out on loan, the weekend delivered further progress both on the pitch and within the club’s player development pathway.
FIRST TEAM
The People’s Team claimed a 2-1 victory over Kamuzu Barracks in Sunday’s FDH Bank Premiership encounter at Civo Stadium.
Ephraim Kondowe handed Bullets an early lead before substitute Olson Kanjira levelled for the hosts in the second half. However, a late own goal from Hope Namadzunda secured all three points and Nyirenda’s first victory since taking charge of The People’s Team.
The result extended Bullets’ unbeaten start to the campaign and lifted The People’s Team to fourth place on the table with 13 points from seven matches.
Full match report: Kamuzu Barracks 1-2 Bullets
Post-match reaction: Nyirenda wants greater cutting edge
RESERVES
Bullets Reserves were not in action after their scheduled ThumbsUp Southern Region Football League fixture against The Boyz was postponed due to the unavailability of the match venue.
The postponement means the young Bullets remain sixth in the standings with six points from three matches as they await confirmation of a new date for the fixture.
LOAN WATCH
Several Bullets players on loan featured for their respective clubs across different competitions.
Oscar Petro started for Civil Service United in their 1-1 FDH Bank Premiership draw against Silver Strikers in the Lilongwe Capital City derby.
Goalkeeper Austin Chirambo retained his place in the starting lineup for LUANAR Mitundu Baptist FC, who suffered a 2-0 defeat away to Moyale Barracks.
In the NBS National Division League, Hadji Steven featured for Bangwe All Stars in their 2-0 defeat to Embangweni United. Cedric Maxwell and Prince Chalera were not included in Bangwe’s matchday squad.
The club’s loan contingent continues to gain valuable experience through regular exposure to senior football across the country’s top competitions.
THE WEEK AHEAD
Attention now turns to Saturday’s FDH Bank Premiership encounter against Masters Security FC at Mpira Stadium as The People’s Team look to build on their victory in Lilongwe.
Bullets Reserves await confirmation of a new date for their postponed fixture, while the club’s loan players will continue their development across domestic competitions.
The FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women’s Team and the club’s Under-19 side remain in their off-season period as they await the resumption of their respective league campaigns.
With league action continuing and players gaining valuable experience across the club structure, another busy week awaits The People’s Team.
