National Assembly Women FC 1 vs 2 Green Buffaloes Women FC

Green Buffaloes Women FC secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over National Assembly Women FC in a league away match at the Nationalist Stadium on 14 March 2026, kick-off at 12:00pm. The encounter, played over 90 minutes plus injury time, saw Green Buffaloes edge their opponents in a contest marked by set-piece brilliance and tactical substitutions.

Deploying a 4-3-3 formation, Green Buffaloes Women FC lined up with Chishala Mufunte in goal, protected by a defensive line comprising Racheal Nachula at right back, central defenders Memory Nthala and Agness Musesa, and Esther Siamfuko on the left. The midfield trio featured Elizabeth Mofya on the right, Esther Banda centrally, and Diana Banda on the left, tasked with both defensive duties and supporting the attack. Upfront, the forward line consisted of Maweta Chilenga on the right wing, Maylan Mulenga leading as striker, and Agness Phiri on the left wing. The formation was designed to balance defensive solidity with attacking width and creativity, expecting the midfield to link play and the forwards to exploit spaces. On the bench, substitutes Agness Ondya, Natasha Nanyangwe, and Regina Kayamboma awaited their chance to influence the game.

The match began with both sides probing cautiously, but it was Green Buffaloes who drew first blood just before half-time. In the 39th minute, a well-delivered free kick from Maweta Chilenga found central defender Memory Nthala inside the box. Nthala made no mistake, firing a close-range right-footed finish into the net to give her side the lead. This goal was a testament to Green Buffaloes’ set-piece proficiency and Nthala’s aerial and positional awareness.

The first half ended with Green Buffaloes holding a slender 1-0 advantage. However, the second half saw National Assembly Women FC respond with renewed vigour. Their efforts were rewarded in the 52nd minute when they scored directly from a free kick outside the box, executed with precision using the right foot. This equaliser injected fresh urgency into the match and set the stage for a tense remainder of the game.

Green Buffaloes responded swiftly with tactical changes. At the 54th minute, Agness Ondya replaced left forward Agness Phiri, while a minute later, Natasha Nanyangwe came on for right midfielder Elizabeth Mofya. These substitutions aimed to refresh the attacking options and midfield dynamism, signalling the coach’s intent to regain control and push for a winner.

The decisive moment arrived in the 78th minute when Green Buffaloes reclaimed the lead through another expertly taken free kick by Maweta Chilenga. This time, the ball found left midfielder Diana Banda, who was well-positioned close to goal and finished with her right foot. The goal highlighted the continued threat posed by set pieces and Chilenga’s delivery, which proved pivotal throughout the match.

As the game approached its final stages, Green Buffaloes made a final tactical substitution, bringing on Regina Kayamboma for striker Maylan Mulenga in the 85th minute. This change was likely intended to bolster the midfield or add fresh legs to maintain the lead.

The closing moments were not without incident, as right defender Racheal Nachula received a yellow card in the 86th minute for dissent by word or action, reflecting the mounting pressure and intensity of the match.

Throughout the contest, Maweta Chilenga stood out as the player of the match, providing two crucial assists from free kicks and consistently threatening the opposition defence with her delivery and movement.

In summary, Green Buffaloes Women FC’s victory at the Nationalist Stadium was built on disciplined defending, set-piece excellence, and timely tactical adjustments, earning them three valuable points in their league campaign. The referee managed the game well, maintaining control with a performance rated 79, ensuring a fair and competitive fixture witnessed by 500 spectators.