FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women Secure First Win of 2025 NBM Women’s Premiership with Dominant 3-0 Victory over MK Academy
Bullets Bounce Back from Opening Day Defeat with Determined Display
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women made a strong statement in the 2025 NBM Women’s Premiership campaign with a dominant 3-0 victory over MK Academy at Kamuzu Stadium on Sunday afternoon. This marks Bullets' first win of the season, following a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Kukoma Ntopwa Women in the opening match.From the outset, Bullets displayed their determination and intent, with captain Zainab Kapanda coming close to scoring within five minutes of the kickoff. The visitors, however, had their opportunities, as well, but goalkeeper Thoko Mwase made a stunning one-on-one save to keep Bullets' lead intact.
Bullets took control of the game in the first half, with Mary Chavinda scoring the team's first goal of the season after a brilliant pass from Kapanda. Chavinda almost doubled the lead minutes later, but her low drive went just wide. MK Academy held off further goals before the break, but Bullets continued to press, with Kapanda and Pilirani Mapira constantly threatening down the flanks.
Issa Scores Brace as Bullets Secure All Three Points
The second half resumed with the same intensity, and Bullets' pressure paid off in the 90th minute. Caroline Mlezo delivered a delightful cross, and Vanessa Issa rose highest to head home her second goal of the afternoon and Bullets' third. Substitute Ioulia Yiannakis nearly added a fourth deep into stoppage time, striking the crossbar with a thunderous effort.Kapanda was instrumental from start to finish, playing a key role in Bullets' attacking efforts and earning the Player of the Match award for her standout performance.
Coach Maggie Chombo Proud of Team's Response
Head coach Maggie Chombo expressed her pride in her team's response to the opening day defeat. "Credit should go to the players for their response," she said. "The defeat really hurt them, and today they showed the hunger to bounce back."Chombo highlighted areas for improvement, noting that the team's finishing let them down at times and that the coordination between the two strikers wasn't as sharp as they'd like. "It's a process," she said. "We'll go back to the training ground and focus on polishing our finishing and improving our attacking coordination."
Bullets Move Up to Fourth Place in NBM Women’s Premiership Standings
The victory lifts Bullets to fourth place in the NBM Women’s Premiership standings, with the potential to continue improving as the season progresses. The competition between teams is heating up, and Bullets will need to stay focused and adapt to the challenges ahead.Bullets' impressive performance against MK Academy sends a clear message to their rivals: they are a force to be reckoned with in the NBM Women’s Premiership. The team is determined to make up for their slow start and challenge for the championship.
Bullets' next match is against Silver Strikers Women on Sunday, March 15, 2025 at Silver Stadium. Fans are encouraged to come out and support their team as they continue their quest for victory in the NBM Women’s Premiership.
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Summary: FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women defeated MK Academy 3-0 in their second match of the 2025 NBM Women's Premiership campaign. The win marks Bullets' first victory of the season after a 1-0 loss in their opening match. The team's captain, Zainab Kapanda, was instrumental in the victory, playing a key role in the team's attack and earning the Player of the Match award. Coach Maggie Chombo praised the team's response after the defeat, noting that the loss motivated the players to bounce back and improve their performance. The victory moves Bullets to fourth place in the standings, with the potential to continue improving as the season progresses.
