(By Vinjeru Ngwira)
On Tuesday, June 4th, 2024, the Mzuzu District Football Association held the Castel Challenge Cup Draw at Luwinga Technical Center.
This year’s draw includes 17 teams, divided into 4 groups:
- Group A: Chololo United FC, Horela FC, Lwazi FC, Emvuyeni FC
- Group B: Bwabwa FC, Baula Celtic FC, Luvwele United FC, Mathene FC, Soweto FC
- Group C: Chikombo United FC, Hilltop FC, Nkhwazi FC, Lusangazi FC
- Group D: Mzuzu MRA FC, Caribbean FC, Lupaso Platinum FC, SBL United FC
The top two teams from each group will move on to the next stage of the competition. The winning team will then compete at the national level.
Alphack Mkandawire, the General Secretary of the Mzuzu District Football Association, urged teams to follow the rules and stay disciplined. He also encouraged teams to include young players to help find new talent.
Aubrey Burton, from Mzuzu MRA FC, said he was happy with the draw and that his team is ready to do well. He promised exciting football and hopes to qualify for the national competition.
The schedule for the matches will be announced soon, according to the Mzuzu District Football Association.