FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Sail into FDH Bank Cup Quarterfinals with Impressive 3-0 Victory
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets continued their impressive form in the 2025 FDH Bank Cup as they cruised into the quarterfinals with a comfortable 3-0 triumph over The Boys FC at Kamuzu Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The victory saw Bullets extend their unbeaten run in the competition and underline their credentials as title contenders.
Dominant Display from Bullets
Despite a three-week break from competitive action, Bullets looked fresh and determined as they sought to break down The Boys FC's compact defensive block. The visitors' high-line defense kept most players behind the ball, denying Bullets space in the final third, and the early exchanges were cagey.
Wongani Lungu came closest to opening the scoring in the 17th minute with a low strike that narrowly missed the far post. However, it wasn't until the 41st minute that Bullets made the breakthrough. Peter Banda's intelligent ball found Blessings Mpokera, who drilled a low effort that deflected past the goalkeeper.
Banda's Brilliant Performance
Bullets doubled their lead just two minutes later with a flowing team move that tore apart The Boys FC's defense. Chikumbutso Salima, Paul Master, and Lungu combined in midfield before releasing Banda on the right. His low cross was calmly finished by Mike Mkwate to send Maule into halftime with a two-goal cushion.
Substitutions and Debuts
Coach Peter Mponda made several substitutions at halftime, introducing Yankho Singo, Aaron Chilipa, and Babatunde Adepoju for Master, Mpokera, and Kajoke. It was a notable moment for Chilipa, who was making his senior Bullets debut after rejoining the club on loan from Creck Sporting Club.
Bullets picked up where they left off, dominating the tempo in the second half. Babatunde nearly added a third goal on two occasions, first with a header from a Salima cross that drifted wide and later with a rebound effort that missed the target.
Salima Seals the Win
The third goal arrived in the 74th minute through another brilliant sequence. Banda, who was running the show from the right flank, played in Salima with a perfectly timed pass. The winger rounded the goalkeeper and slotted into an empty net to make it 3-0.
Bullets' Next Challenge
The hosts made a couple of substitutions, but Bullets remained in full control. Chilipa looked lively on the left, while Mkwate and Lungu both had late attempts that failed to hit the target. Babatunde could have added a fourth in stoppage time but was denied by the goalkeeper before firing wide on the rebound.
Nyasulu, who played the full 90 minutes, kept a clean sheet as Bullets comfortably progressed to the next round. The win sees Bullets safely into the quarterfinals and provides a strong platform for the team to build momentum as they continue their push to reclaim the title they last won in 2023.
Bullets will next face Dedza Dynamos in their TNM Super League return on September 27. The People's Team will be looking to maintain their impressive form and extend their lead at the top of the table.
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Summary: FCB Nyasa Big Bullets defeated The Boys FC 3-0 in the FDH Bank Cup round of 16 to advance to the quarterfinals. Bullets dominated the match from start to finish, with winger Peter Banda setting up all three goals. The first half saw Bullets break through The Boys' high-line defense with a low shot from Blessings Mpokera and a flowing team move that resulted in a second goal from Mike Mkwate. In the second half, Bullets continued to control the tempo, with Chikumbutso Salima sealing the victory with a clever finish past the goalkeeper. The win sees Bullets safely into the quarterfinals and provides a strong platform for the team to build momentum after the international and election break. The team will next face Dedza Dynamos in their TNM Super League return on September 27.
