The Battle Ahead
The Cowboys host the Hammers in their opening match of the second round of th 2025 TNM àSuper League campaign.
Ekhaya FC currently sit 4th on the log with 26 points from 15 matches, while Mzuzu City Hammers find themselves second from bottom with just 8 points.
Having won 3-1 away in the first round, thanks to goals from Andrew Lameck, Wongani Kaponya, and Clever Chikwata, The Cowboys will be looking to extend their dominance. For the Hammers, revenge will surely be on their minds.
Form guide:
Ekhaya FC: 2 wins, 2 losses in last 5.
Mzuzu City Hammers: 0 wins, 0 draws in last 5.
Team News
It’s nearly a full squad for The Cowboys, with most injured players now back.
Returning: Wongani Kaponya and Emanuel Saviel are back in training but couldn’t pass the match fitness test.
New signings: Samuel Rukura, Moses Banda, Joshua Waka, and Blessings Malinda are all in the matchday squad, with some expected to feature.
New Rules of the Game
Goalkeeper 8-Second Rule: Keepers must release the ball within 8 seconds, or the opposition gets a corner.
Captains Only: Only captains may approach referees. Non-captains risk a yellow card.
Penalty Kick Double-Touch: Accidental = retake. Deliberate = indirect free kick.
Ball in & out of Play: No sanction if a substitute or team official touches the ball unintentionally as it leaves the field.
Match Officials
Referee: Peter Phiri
Assistants: Henry Bello, Siyame Chitambo
Fourth Official: Honest Maulana
Match Assessor: Damson Banda
Tickets
Open Stand – MK3,000
MBC Stand – MK5,000
Covered Stand – MK7,000
VIP – MK10,000
How to Follow
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