Reserves: Bullets move second after goalless draw with Ekhaya Sports Betting

Reserves: Bullets move second after goalless draw with Ekhaya

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FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Reserves Draw Blank with Ekhaya Reserves, Move up to Second in Southern Region Football League

In a thrilling encounter at Kamuzu Stadium on Saturday afternoon, FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Reserves battled to a goalless draw against Ekhaya Reserves in the ThumbsUp Southern Region Football League. The hard-fought stalemate saw Bullets move up to second position on the log, level on points with the league leaders, but with a superior goal difference of +29.

The People’s Team dominated possession and created several scoring chances, but could not find the finishing touch against the table-toppers. Ekhaya defended resolutely, with their goalkeeper making several key saves to preserve the draw.

Bullets Dominate Proceedings but Fail to Score

Bullets started brightly, with Movic Banda coming close to opening the scoring in the third minute after connecting with a fine cross from Enos Henderman. Five minutes later, Banda again found himself in a promising position but failed to capitalize. Ekhaya offered a brief threat from a corner, but Matthews Nkunika was alert to clear.

Bullets continued to control proceedings, winning a series of corners midway through the half. Kondwani Tebulo’s delivery in the 22nd minute was met with a powerful header that flew narrowly over the bar. Ekhaya made an early substitution, bringing on Limbani Kutambe, a former Bullets Reserves player, as they looked to regain control.

Ekhaya Make Early Substitutions, Former Bullets Players Face Off

The People’s Team continued to push forward, with Maxwell Sakanamba, another ex-Bullets Reserves midfielder, seeing his free kick fly over the bar five minutes later. On the stroke of halftime, Bullets had two golden opportunities, but both were saved by the Ekhaya goalkeeper.

After the break, Bullets came out pressing hard, winning three successive corners. From the final delivery, defender Precious Juma rose highest but headed just over the bar. Ekhaya responded with a corner of their own, but Hadji Steven cleared the danger and immediately launched a counterattack that nearly caught the hosts off guard.

As the half wore on, Bullets dominated possession, with Billiat and Henderman repeatedly stretching Ekhaya’s defence. Both players tested the goalkeeper but couldn’t find the target. In the 60th minute, head coach Heston Munthali made a triple substitution, introducing Prince Chiumia, Mussah Bwanali, and Prince Chalera for Steven, Daniel White, and Banda.

Ekhaya Threaten to Take the Lead, Bullets Press for a Winner

Ekhaya nearly took the lead moments later, but goalkeeper Ganizani Banda produced a brilliant save to keep the scores level. Shortly after, Tebulo whipped in a teasing free kick, but the home defence cleared under pressure. Billiat continued to inspire in midfield, winning possession and unleashing a low drive straight at the goalkeeper in the 70th minute.

Anthony Soko later replaced Kampira as Bullets pressed for a winner. The visitors had two golden opportunities late on, with Tebulo forcing the goalkeeper into a save after a slick move involving Bwanali and Chalera. Four minutes later, Chalera rounded the goalkeeper after a defence-splitting pass from Billiat, but dragged his shot wide of the far post — the closest Bullets came to scoring.

Bullets and Ekhaya Remain Level on Points, Title Race Heats Up

The result leaves Bullets and Ekhaya level on points, but with Bullets’ superior goal difference giving them the edge. Mighty Wanderers Reserves and Chilobwe United, who sit third and fourth, respectively, are also level on points but have inferior goal differences. The title race is heating up, with Bullets and Ekhaya set to meet again in the final game of the season.

Bullets will be looking to find their scoring touch when they next take to the field, while Ekhaya will be hoping to maintain their form and hold on to the top spot. The Southern Region Football League title race is far from over, with several twists and turns expected in the final stretch.

FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Reserves and Ekhaya Reserves will meet again in the final game of the season, with the title race heating up. Bullets will be hoping to find their scoring touch, while Ekhaya will be looking to maintain their form and hold on to the top spot. Stay tuned for more updates on the ThumbsUp Southern Region Football League.

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Summary: In a closely contested match, FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Reserves drew 0-0 with Ekhaya Reserves in the ThumbsUp Southern Region Football League. The visitors dominated possession and created several scoring chances, but were unable to find the back of the net. The result lifted Bullets Reserves to second position in the standings, level on points with the leaders. Despite their best efforts, Bullets were unable to find a winner, with their nearest attempts coming from Billiat and Henderman. The hosts defended resolutely, with their goalkeeper making several key saves to preserve the draw. The result leaves Bullets and Ekhaya level on points, with Mighty Wanderers Reserves and Chilobwe United hot on their heels.

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