Malawi FA fines FCB Nyasa Big Bullets MK5 million over FDH semis misconduct

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By Edwin Mbewe

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) Competitions Committee has ordered FCB Nyasa Big Bullets to pay a fine of five million kwacha for misconduct following incidents that occurred during the team’s 2025 FDH Bank Cup semifinal match against Mighty Wanderers on 2nd November, 2025 at the Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre.

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In a decision communicated after the Committee held its meeting on 5 December 2025, FAM has also handed a 12-month ban to Bullets’ security personnel, Thomson Chauluka, from all football-related activities.

The charges were formally issued on 20 November 2025, giving both the club and the individual 48 hours to respond.

FCB Nyasa Big Bullets submitted a written response, which the Committee accepted as their right to be heard in line with Article 25.8 of the FDH Bank Cup Rules and Regulations.

Chauluka did not submit any response.

Following its review, the Committee ruled that FCB Nyasa Big Bullets supporters engaged in violence and hooliganism in the 50th minute of the match by pelting stones and bottles onto the field of play and in the direction of the second assistant referee, forcing the match to be halted for three minutes. The Club was fined MK1 million for the offence.

The club was further found guilty of failing to take adequate precautions to prevent its security personnel from abandoning duty.

In the 95th minute, steward Thomson Chauluka entered the field of play and poured a liquid substance on Mighty Wanderers FC goalkeeper.

For this misconduct, FCB Nyasa Big Bullets were fined MK2 million.

Additionally, the Committee ruled that the club’s failure to control its supporters and security official brought the game of football, FAM, and the competition sponsor into disrepute. As a result, the club was fined a further K2 million.

The total fine imposed on FCB Nyasa Big Bullets amounts to K5 million, which must be settled before the club’s next official match.

Mr Chauluka was found guilty of assaulting an opponent and has been banned from all football-related activities, including attending FAM-sanctioned matches, for a period of 12 months with immediate effect.

FAM has also directed FCB Nyasa Big Bullets to ensure full compliance with the individual ban imposed on Chauluka, warning that failure to do so may result in further sanctions against the club, including fines or points deduction.

Both FCB Nyasa Big Bullets and Mr Chauluka have been informed of their right to appeal the decision to the FAM Disciplinary Committee within 72 hours of receipt of the ruling, subject to meeting the conditions outlined in Articles 25.12 and 25.13 of the 2025 FDH Bank Cup Rules and Regulations.

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Silver vs MDF Lionesses postponed due to waterlogged pitch

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has announced the postponement of the much-anticipated NBM Women’s Premiership match between Silver Strikers Ladies and MDF Lionesses, which was scheduled to take place on Sunday at Silver Stadium in Lilongwe.

According to FAM, the decision was made after match officials inspected the pitch and found it unplayable due to excessive waterlogging caused by heavy rains earlier in the day.

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The association said the safety of players and officials could not be guaranteed under the conditions.

Spectators who had already gathered at the venue were left disappointed as the pitch continued to hold large pools of water, making ball movement and footing nearly impossible.

Match stewards and ground staff made several attempts to clear the water but the continuous downpour made the situation worse.

Both Silver Strikers Ladies and MDF Lionesses had already completed their warm-ups when the match was halted.

Coaches from both camps agreed with the decision, noting that playing under such conditions would increase the risk of injuries.

The clash between the two sides has been one of the most talked-about fixtures of the current season. Silver Strikers Ladies, who have been in impressive form, were aiming to extend their unbeaten run, while MDF Lionesses hoped to bounce back from recent mixed results.

The postponement means both teams now have additional time to revise their game plans and recover key players ahead of the rescheduled tie.

FAM has confirmed that the match will now take place on Monday, 17 November, at the same venue Silver Stadium with kickoff set for 14:00 hours. Supporters have been encouraged to return on the new date in large numbers.

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FAM referees committee clears Mwayi Msungama of wrongdoing in TNM super league match

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BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) Referees Committee has cleared referee Mwayi Msungama of any wrongdoing following a review of key incidents during the recent TNM Super League encounter between FCB Nyasa Big Bullets and Silver Strikers at Kamuzu Stadium.

This decision comes after Silver Strikers lodged an official complaint challenging two major decisions made by the referee – the awarding of a penalty to Bullets and the disallowing of a goal for Silver.

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In a statement released by the Super League of Malawi (SULOM), the Referees Committee confirmed that both decisions were consistent with the Laws of the Game.

The Committee determined that the referee’s decisions were in line with the rules, dismissing Silver’s complaints.

This decision vindicates Msungama’s professionalism and expertise as a referee.

The controversy surrounding Msungama’s appointment to officiate matches, particularly those involving Mighty Mukuru Wanderers and Silver Strikers, had sparked heated debates in the football fraternity. Some teams and coaches, including Silver Strikers’ Peter Mponda, had accused the referees’ body of bias towards certain teams.

The FAM Referees Committee’s decision serves as a boost to Msungama’s confidence and reputation as a competent referee.

It also underscores the importance of having a robust and transparent refereeing system in place to ensure fairness and consistency in match officiating.

As the TNM Super League continues to heat up, the focus will remain on the performance of referees and their impact on the outcome of matches.

With the FAM Referees Committee’s decision, the integrity of the refereeing process has been upheld, and the league can continue without unnecessary distractions.

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