FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Captain Lloyd Aaron Leads Team to Third Consecutive Airtel Top 8 Cup Victory
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets clinched their third consecutive Airtel Top 8 Cup title on Sunday, with midfielder Lloyd Aaron leading the team as captain. The thrilling 4-3 penalty shootout victory against Silver Strikers at Bingu National Stadium marked Aaron's first trophy as skipper.
Aaron, who joined Bullets from Civil Service United in January 2024, has now won two trophies with the team. He was instrumental in midfield during the final, despite being substituted in the second half with the score tied at 1-1.
Handed the captain’s armband in May 2025, Aaron featured in all four games of Bullets’ 2025 Airtel Top 8 campaign. Speaking to the media after the match, he expressed his pride in the team's unity and determination.
"I'm very happy to win my first trophy as captain," Aaron said. "It wasn't an easy game, but I'm thankful to the team. We gave it our all, and our supporters truly deserve our thanks."
Bullets' dominance in domestic cup competitions continues, with a total of four titles in the Airtel Top 8 Cup. The team's success is a testament to their determination and focus, with several other trophies still in contention this season.
"This is just the beginning," Aaron added. "We'll keep working hard to bring more trophies home this season."
The team's unity and determination were evident throughout the campaign, with every player contributing to the team's success. Bullets' technical team also played a crucial role in guiding the squad to victory.
"Everyone played their part," Aaron said. "From the players on the pitch to the bench and the technical team, we were all focused on one goal. I'm proud of how we fought."
As FCB Nyasa Big Bullets continue their quest for success in the TNM Super League, FDH Bank Cup, and Castel Challenge Cup, their fans remain confident that the team will bring home more trophies this season.
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Summary: FCB Nyasa Big Bullets captain Lloyd Aaron has won his first trophy as skipper, leading the team to a thrilling 4-3 victory on penalties against Silver Strikers in the Airtel Top 8 Cup final. Aaron, who joined Bullets in January 2024 from Civil Service United, has now won two trophies with the team, including the Airtel Top 8 title in his debut season. The midfielder was instrumental in the final, featuring in all four games of Bullets' campaign and being substituted in the second half with the score tied. Aaron credited the entire squad for their unity and determination, saying that everyone played their part in achieving the victory. The win marked Bullets' third consecutive and fourth overall Airtel Top 8 title, cementing the team's dominance in domestic cup competitions. With several other trophies still in contention, Aaron expressed the team's hunger for success and their determination to bring more trophies home this season.
