Silver Strikers Ladies have taken the lead in the National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Women's Premiership, displacing FCB Nyasa Bullets Women from the top spot. This change occurred after mid-week fixtures where Silver Ladies secured a 3-0 victory over MDF Lioness at Civo Stadium in Lilongwe. The win puts Silver Ladies at the top of the 10-team pack with nine points, tied with Bullets Women but ahead on a better goal difference.
The match against MDF Lioness saw Silver Ladies dominate, with Carolyne Mathyola scoring the first goal in the 44th minute. Grace Kakangula added to the lead in the 69th minute, and Madyina Ngulube sealed the win in the 86th minute. Yamikani Mhango was named player of the match for providing two assists. This victory is crucial for Silver Ladies as they aim to defend their title.
Meanwhile, FCB Nyasa Bullets Women maintained their strong performance with a 3-1 victory over Fact Ladies at Nankhaka Stadium in Lilongwe. Vanessa Issa opened the scoring in the 37th minute, followed by an own goal from Martha Christopher in the 67th minute, and Mary Chavinda's goal in the 73rd minute. Despite Evelyn Dallas scoring a late consolation goal for Fact Ladies in the 89th minute, Bullets Women secured the win.
In another match, Ascent Academy staged a remarkable comeback against Mighty Wanderers Queens at Mpira Stadium in Blantyre, drawing 3-3. Wanderers Queens had taken a 3-0 lead within the first 23 minutes, with Tawina Kawiga scoring twice and Estere January adding a third. However, Ascent Academy fought back, with Funny Moyo scoring an own goal before Leticia Chinyamula netted two goals in the second half to level the match.
The draw meant Ascent Academy remained third on the table with five points from three matches, just ahead of fourth-placed Wanderers Queens and fifth-placed Lioness, who are tied on four points. Elsewhere, Kukoma Ntopwa Women secured their first win of the season, beating Rumphi Sisters 1-0 at Rumphi Stadium. Kondawo Banda scored the winning goal from a penalty in the 29th minute.
Silver Ladies' acting head coach, Shadreck Chikhosi, expressed satisfaction with their latest victory, stating it was a defining moment in their bid to defend the title. He emphasized that the team will strive to avoid any slip-ups in their upcoming fixtures. This determination is crucial as Silver Ladies aim to maintain their top position and ultimately retain their championship title.
The current standings see Silver Ladies and Bullets Women tied on nine points, with Silver Ladies leading on a better goal difference. Key matches and results will determine the final standings and the champion of the NBM Women's Premiership.
Key points
- Silver Ladies took the top spot with a 3-0 win over MDF Lioness.
- FCB Nyasa Bullets Women secured a 3-1 victory over Fact Ladies.
- Ascent Academy drew 3-3 with Mighty Wanderers Queens.
