The full lowdown on today’s battle -Ekhaya FC
MATCH PREVIEW: Silver Strikers vs Ekhaya FC
It’s a big one in Lilongwe this afternoon as Ekhaya FC make their first-ever visit to Silver Strikers in what promises to be a thrilling TNM Super League showdown.
Separated by just three points on the log, this top-four clash is more than just a battle for bragging rights, it’s a test of momentum, ambition, and character.
Here is the full lowdown on today’s battle:
Table Talk
Ekhaya FC head into the contest sitting third on the table with 23 points, while the hosts occupy fourth place on 20 points. A win today would see the Cowboys widen the gap and maintain pressure on the league leaders, while Silver will be out to leapfrog us on home turf.
Form Guide
Ekhaya FC (Last 5 Matches)
We’ve won two of our last five, including a commanding 3-0 win over Moyale FC in our most recent league outing. That result will be a major confidence booster heading into this crucial tie.
Silver Strikers (Last 5 Matches)
The defending champions are unbeaten in their last five league games, with two wins and three draws, most recently a 1-1 draw away to Moyale, a team we convincingly beat.
Silver will also be looking to bounce back from a disappointing Airtel Top 8 Cup exit to Bullets, while we aim to build on the momentum of last week’s win.
Team News
It’s a mixed bag for the Cowboys:
• Emmanuel Saviel and Wongani Kaponya are both sidelined with ankle injuries.
• Amos Sande, who made his season debut last weekend, suffered a shoulder injury in training and faces a lengthy spell out.
• Fanizo Mwansambo travelled with the squad but has been ruled out after falling ill.
• Christopher Gototo is unavailable due to loan restrictions and will not feature against his parent club.
From the Dugouts
Enos Chatama – Ekhaya FC Head Coach
"It is not going to be an easy game for them, and it will not be an easy game for us. But the team that prepares well will carry the day."
Peter Mgangira – Silver Strikers Head Coach
"The boys look hungry. It’s unfortunate we failed the cup final test, but the performance was encouraging. We’re playing rookies, a team many didn’t expect to be where they are. I think Enos is doing a great job.
We’re at home, we’re defending champions, and it’s time to shift our focus to the league."
Match Officials
• Center Referee: Easter Zimba
• Assistant Referees: Hendrix Maseko, Thomas Manga’nda
• Match Assessor: Simmon Jovinala
Live Coverage
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Let’s go, Cowboys, history is there to be made!
