FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Embark on Historic Journey to Chitipa District for 2025 FDH Bank Cup Opener
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets, Malawi's most successful football club, will begin their quest for the 2025 FDH Bank Cup with a historic journey to Chitipa District. The team will face Chilumba Barracks in the Round of 32 at Chitipa Stadium, marking the first-ever competitive fixture for Big Bullets in the district.
The encounter holds great significance for Bullets, who last lifted the FDH Bank Cup in 2023 as part of their quadruple-winning season. The team finished as runners-up in the 2024 edition, narrowly missing out on back-to-back titles. The long-awaited return to the trophy's summit is a major motivation for the team.
Chilumba Barracks, competing in the inaugural NBS Bank National Division League, qualified for the national phase of the FDH Bank Cup through the preliminary rounds. The team is eager to make the most of home advantage and cause an upset against the football giants.
The FDH Bank Cup is Malawi's most lucrative knockout competition, offering a chance for lower-league clubs to challenge the country's top-flight sides. The unpredictability of cup football promises several intriguing matches in the Round of 32. Some of the highlights include Mighty Wanderers hosting Mafco FC, Blue Eagles facing Songwe Border United, and Kamuzu Barracks taking on FC Thondwe.
Big Bullets' trip to Chitipa is not just a logistical test but also an opportunity to connect with their passionate supporters in Malawi's northernmost district. The team is looking forward to engaging with their fan base and creating memorable moments.
The Round of 32 fixtures will be played between 16 and 31 August 2025. Here's a complete rundown of the matches:
Saturday, 16 August 2025
- Civil Service United vs. Chitipa United (CIVO Stadium)
- Moyale FC vs. Ekhaya FC (Rumphi Stadium)
- Karonga United vs. Chatoloma Admarc (Karonga Stadium)
- Mighty Wanderers vs. Mafco FC (Kamuzu Stadium)
Sunday, 17 August 2025
- Bullets vs. Chilumba Barracks (Chitipa Stadium)
- Kamuzu Barracks vs. FC Thondwe (Champion Stadium)
- Blue Eagles vs. Songwe Border United (Nankhaka Stadium)
- Mighty Tigers vs. Silver Strikers (Kamuzu Stadium)
- Mzuzu City Hammers vs. Baka City (Rumphi)
- Premier Bet Dedza Dynamos vs. Creck Sporting Club (Dedza Stadium)
Thursday, 21 August 2025
- Sporting FC vs. Bangwe All Stars (Rumphi Stadium)
Saturday, 23 August 2025
- Zingwangwa United vs. M'mbelwa Warriors (Mpira Stadium)
Saturday, 30 August 2025
- Jenda United vs. FC Shire (Kasungu Stadium)
- Becks Academy vs. The Boyz (Mangochi)
Sunday, 31 August 2025
- Mchinji Villa vs. Mitundu Baptist (Mchinji)
- Prison United vs. Red Lions (Balaka Stadium)
All matches will kick off at 14:30 CAT. Stay tuned for more updates on the FDH Bank Cup as the action unfolds!
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Summary: FCB Nyasa Big Bullets will face Chilumba Barracks in the Round of 32 of the 2025 FDH Bank Cup on Sunday, August 17th, in a historic match that marks the team's first competitive fixture in Chitipa District. The team is eager to reclaim the trophy they last lifted in 2023 as part of their quadruple-winning season, after reaching the final in 2024 but narrowly missing out on back-to-back titles. Chilumba Barracks, who are competing in the inaugural NBS Bank National Division League, will be eager to make the most of home advantage. The match will be a logistical test and a chance for Bullets to connect with their passionate supporters in Malawi's northernmost district. The FDH Bank Cup is Malawi's most lucrative knockout competition, giving lower-league clubs a platform to challenge the country's top-flight sides. The unpredictability of cup football means Bullets will leave nothing to chance in their preparation for the encounter. The full Round of 32 fixtures include: * Civil Service United vs. Chitipa United (CIVO Stadium) * Moyale FC vs. Ekhaya FC (Rumphi Stadium
