LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-National Bank Women’s Football Premiership champions Silver Strikers Ladies suffered a 2-0 defeat to Civil Service Women’s Team at Civo Stadium in Lilongwe, marking their second loss of the season.
The match was a thrilling encounter, with Civil Service celebrating the New Year in style as Emily Samuel opened the scoring in the 44th minute, setting the tone for a dominant performance.
Vitumbiko Mkandawire sealed the victory for Civil Service with a second goal in the 71st minute, cementing their win and sending a statement to the rest of the league.
Speaking to MBC after the match, Civil Service Women Head Coach, Collins Pofera, described the win as revenge for their loss to Silver Strikers Ladies in the first round of the tournament, highlighting the team’s determination and resilience.
Pofera praised his players for their sharpness from the first whistle, creating more scoring chances and ultimately paying off, a testament to their hard work and strategy.
Silver Strikers Ladies head coach Andrew Chikhosi attributed the defeat to lack of commitment among his players, noting that a mindset of already being champions has contributed to the team’s second loss of the campaign, a sobering reminder of the dangers of complacency.
Chikhosi’s comments suggest that the team needs to regroup and refocus, addressing the issues that led to the defeat and ensuring they get back on track in the league, a challenge that will test their character and resolve.
The defeat serves as a wake-up call for Silver Strikers Ladies, reminding them that the league is far from over and that every match counts in the pursuit of glory, a message that will resonate with teams across the league.
Civil Service Women’s Team, on the other hand, have sent a strong statement, announcing their presence as a force to be reckoned with in the league, and setting the stage for an exciting second half of the season.
The win is a testament to Civil Service’s strength and depth, and they will look to build on this momentum as they continue their campaign, with Pofera’s words echoing the team’s goal to make a statement in the league.
