FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Reserves Fall in First Mini-Blantyre Derby, Coach Munthali Sees Positives
In the fiercely contested first mini-Blantyre derby of the 2025 ThumbsUp Southern Region Football League, city rivals Mighty Wanderers Reserves emerged victorious against FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Reserves, securing a 2-0 win at Mpira Stadium on Monday afternoon.
The first half of the thrilling encounter saw both teams displaying impressive football, with Bullets Reserves controlling the game from the back and creating multiple opportunities. However, their efforts were thwarted as they failed to convert their chances, leaving the score goalless at halftime.
The second half brought about a change in fortunes, as Mighty Wanderers Reserves capitalized on Bullets Reserves' mistakes. The hosts struck twice in quick succession, leaving the visitors scrambling to regain their footing and find an equalizer.
Despite the defeat, Bullets Reserves head coach Heston Munthali expressed satisfaction with his team's performance and saw positives in their efforts. "It was a good game and the boys played well," he commented after the final whistle. "In the first half, we commanded the game from the back going forward and created chances, but we didn't take them."
Munthali acknowledged that missed opportunities and lapses in communication at the back proved costly for his side. "We continued to play well after making substitutions, but we conceded two easy goals due to poor communication between the goalkeeper and defense. That’s football – sometimes these things happen," he added.
Despite the loss, Munthali remains optimistic about his team's prospects, emphasizing the importance of learning from their mistakes and maintaining focus on future matches. "We're not dwelling on the loss; instead, we're looking ahead to the games coming up and how we can approach them better," he stated.
Bullets Reserves will aim to bounce back in their upcoming fixture against Liberty FC, as they wrap up their first-round fixtures. The team, currently in third place in the standings, will be looking to turn their fortunes around and finish the round on a high note.
As they continue their development and improvement, Munthali remains committed to encouraging his players and helping them grow. "The boys are still growing, and it's important to encourage them. I'm happy with the improvements we've made in many areas and I believe we will do even better in the coming matches," the coach concluded.
The mini-Blantyre derby was a hotly contested affair, with both teams displaying impressive football. The defeat may have been a setback for Bullets Reserves, but they remain focused on their development and the opportunities to come.
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Summary: In their first mini-Blantyre derby of the 2025 ThumbsUp Southern Region Football League, FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Reserves were defeated by Mighty Wanderers Reserves with a score of 2-0. Despite the loss, Bullets Reserves head coach Heston Munthali saw positives in his team's performance, praising their effort and commitment. However, missed chances and lapses in communication at the back proved costly for the team. Munthali believes that the defeat will not deter his team's focus, as they remain committed to their development and improvement. The team will look to bounce back in their upcoming fixture against Liberty FC.
