A scintillating spectacle unfolded at Bingu National Stadium as Blantyre’s football giants, FCB Nyasa Big Bullets, successfully defended their FDH Cup title against Salima’s MAFCO. The match was a showcase of skill and determination that left fans on the edge of their seats.
The 2023 FDH Cup finals kicked off in style when Lanjesi Nkhoma stunned the Salima-based visitors with a beautifully executed opening goal, marking it as the tournament’s leading goal. A precise tap slipped past the MAFCO defense, giving the Bullets an early 1-0 advantage.
Fans erupted in jubilation at the 12th-minute mark as Nkhoma continued his magic. He swiftly doubled the lead, effectively dashing MAFCO’s hopes of an equalizer. The Bullets now boasted a commanding 2-0 lead, and their relentless attacking waves showcased their dominance.
The first 20 minutes of the game were a masterclass by the “Peoples’ Team” as they artfully exchanged passes and created multiple opportunities for a third goal. Meanwhile, MAFCO struggled to maintain possession and regain their confidence.
The first half concluded with Kalisto Pasuwa’s side firmly in control, setting a winning precedent in the FDH Cup.
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets’ two-goal cushion paved the way for a spectacular third goal, courtesy of Ephraim Kondowe. With each powerful strike, MAFCO’s hopes dwindled, and their pride took a severe blow as they conceded the third goal.
The visitors endured a painful three-goal deficit, and it could have been worse as the Bullets had a fourth goal disallowed for offside.
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets not only retained their FDH Cup crown but also pocketed a handsome prize of 30 million kwacha. Their remarkable performance also allowed them to maintain their highest-scoring record, notching up an impressive 16 goals in a single calendar season, matching their previous season’s tally.
The Man of the Match honor went to Patrick Mwaungulu, who received a cash prize of K150,000. This game was an absolute spectacle, and FCB Nyasa Big Bullets’ performance was nothing short of extraordinary.
