Chilumba Barracks Stun League Leaders Songwe Border United
Chilumba Barracks stunned the NRFA Simso-Mzuzu 12 Premier League leaders Songwe Border United 2-1 at Majaliro ground on Wednesday to further increase intensity of the league as we head into the final three weeks.
Benjamin Mapunda claimed a brace for Chilumba Barracks, while Zebron Mwakaseghe scored for the border based giants.
Despite topping the standings Songwe Boarder United loss means they have missed a golden chance to extend their lead 8 points with some tricky away fixtures ahead. tops the table with 24 points from 11 games, followed by Chintheche United with 19 points from the same number of matches.
Gift Chilongo coach for Songwe Border United accepted the defeat attributing it to injuries while hoping for a positive come back in the remaining games.
“We failed to play our game since we missed several key players to injuries but we still hope to do well and get promoted.” said Chilongo.
Owen Sichali mentor for Chilumba Barracks says his team is targeting a top four finish and will intensify preparations.
“We studied them and planned well hence the win and this will motivate us our aim is to finish in top four.” Sichali said.
Despite their loss, Songwe Boarder United still top the standings with 24 points from 11 games while Chintheche have 19 with Raiply coming third with 18 both teams have played 11 games and have three games to finish the season.
The battle for a spot in the TNM Super League continues this Sunday, with Chintheche United traveling to Chilumba Barracks while Songwe Boarder United travel to face unpredictable Tafika Ekwaiweni Academy, third-placed Raiply FC will host Eagle Strikers, while Lube Masters will take on Jenda United.
Chilumba Barracks Stun League Leaders Songwe Border United
By Victor Stephan
Chilumba Barracks stunned NRFA Simso-Mzuzu 12 Premier League leaders Songwe Border United with a 2-1 victory at Majaliro Ground on Wednesday, adding more intensity to the league as it enters the final three weeks.
Benjamin Mapunda scored twice for Chilumba Barracks, while Zebron Mwakaseghe netted the lone goal for the league leaders.
Despite topping the standings, Songwe Border United missed an opportunity to extend their lead to eight points. They remain at the summit with 24 points from 11 games, followed by Chintheche United with 19 points from the same number of matches.
Gift Chilongo, coach of Songwe Border United, attributed the loss to injuries among key players but expressed hope for a strong finish to the season.
“We failed to play our game since we missed several key players due to injuries, but we still hope to do well and get promoted,” Chilongo said.
Meanwhile, Owen Sichali, coach of Chilumba Barracks, emphasized that his team had prepared well for the match and is determined to secure a top-four finish.
“We studied them and planned well, hence the win. This result will motivate us as we aim to finish in the top four,” Sichali remarked.
Despite the loss, Songwe Border United remain at the top with 24 points, followed by Chintheche United with 19 points and Raiply FC in third place with 18 points. Both Chintheche and Raiply have played 11 games, leaving three matches each to close the season.
The battle for promotion to the TNM Super League heats up this Sunday. Chintheche United will visit Chilumba Barracks, while Songwe Border United face unpredictable Tafika Ekwaiweni Academy. Third-placed Raiply FC will host Eagle Strikers, and Lube Masters will take on Jenda United.
