After nine months away, Tiya Somba-Banda has returned to the Board of Directors of Mighty Wanderers FC, popularly known as the Nomads.

Somba-Banda, who stepped down from his role in July 2025, confirmed his return on April 8, saying the decision came following a call from the club’s leadership, which he accepted.

His return is seen by many as a significant boost for the Nomads as they continue efforts to strengthen the club’s structure and performance.

In a statement, Somba-Banda expressed his excitement about rejoining the board and contributing to the club’s future.

“I’m honored to return to the Board of Directors of Mighty Wanderers Football Club at such an exciting time in its journey. This club holds a special place in my heart, and I’m proud to once again have the opportunity to contribute to its growth, governance, and long-term vision,” he said.

He also thanked club president Thom Mpinganjira for the trust shown in him.

“I am grateful to the President, Thom Mpinganjira, for the opportunity and consideration among other capable Mighty diehards out there,” he added.

Somba-Banda’s return comes at a time when the Nomads are looking to rebuild and reclaim their competitive edge in Malawian football.

Senegal’s football authorities have announced plans to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport after the nation was stripped of its Africa Cup of Nations title.

“The Senegalese Football Federation condemns this unjust, unprecedented, and unacceptable decision, which brings African football into disrepute,” the federation said in a statement.

Senegal had originally won the match, with Pape Gueye scoring the winner in extra time, but controversy arose when the team walked off the pitch during the regular 90 minutes.

They protested after Ismaila Sarr’s goal was disallowed and Morocco was awarded a late penalty following VAR intervention.

Senegal manager Pape Thiaw appeared to urge his side to leave the field, and they returned about 15 minutes later, after which Morocco’s Brahim Diaz missed the penalty.

The Confederation Africaine de Football (CAF) later ruled Senegal had forfeited the game, awarding Morocco a 3-0 win, citing Articles 82 and 84 of the AFCON Regulations that penalize teams leaving the field without referee permission.

“To defend its rights and the interests of Senegalese football, the federation will, as soon as possible, file an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Lausanne,” the statement added.

Malawi netball star Joyce Mvula has addressed her unexpected inclusion in the national squad, despite publicly announcing her retirement from competitive netball.

On January 26, Mvula announced her retirement after revealing on Facebook that she was pregnant. “I want to take a break, focus on my family and maybe later come back as a coach,” she stated.

However, on Saturday night, the Netball Association of Malawi (NAM) released a provisional squad of 44 players selected nationwide for the Malawi Queens’ build-up to the 2027 Commonwealth Games, and Mvula’s name appeared on the list.

The inclusion surprised both the public and Mvula herself. “I was surprised to see my name in the squad after I had already announced my retirement,” she said. “While I appreciate that the coach still believes in me and selected me, I am not considering changing my decision to return to playing.”

Mvula, who has represented the Malawi national netball team since 2012, expressed disappointment over what she perceives as a lack of understanding regarding her decision. She revealed that NAM asked her to formally submit a resignation letter confirming her retirement, a move that caught her off guard.

“I am not a salaried player at NAM. I never had a monthly contract. We operated on a pay-as-you-go arrangement when we travelled for assignments, and we were paid allowances. That is how it has always been,” she explained. She also questioned why she was asked to submit a resignation letter when other prominent retired players, such as Mary Waya and Peace Chawinga, were never subjected to the same process.

Despite closing the chapter on her playing career, Mvula emphasized that she is not leaving netball entirely. She holds a coaching certificate and may consider serving the national team from the sidelines in the future. “I will announce if I decide to represent my country again, not as a player, but possibly as a coach,” she concluded.

Mighty Wanderers Football Club have officially announced the departure of team captain Lawrence Chaziya, bringing to an end his stay with the Lali Lubani Road outfit.

In a statement shared on the club’s official Facebook page, Wanderers praised Chaziya for his commitment, leadership, and professionalism, describing him as a role model both on and off the pitch during his time at the club.

“Lawrence was an exemplary leader who showed dedication and character throughout his service to the club,” the statement reads.

The experienced center-back has already penned a pre-contract deal with Zimbabwean club Simba Bhora FC and is expected to join his new team after his contract with the Nomads ends.

Chaziya, who was born in 1998, joined Mighty Wanderers in 2023 after signing a three-year contract from Hussein Irbid SC of Jordan, where he had been on a 10-month deal. Before his move abroad, the midfielder also featured for Civil Service United.

Following the announcement, Chaziya took to his personal Facebook page to pen an emotional farewell message, thanking the club’s coaches, teammates, and management for their support and belief in him.

“To the coaches at Mighty Wanderers FC, thank you for believing in me, pushing me, and demanding the best version of me every day. You didn’t just shape me into a better player, you taught me discipline, resilience, and what it truly means to fight for the team,” Chaziya wrote.

He also paid tribute to his teammates, describing them as brothers and highlighting the strong bond they built through shared battles, victories, and defeats.

“I leave Mighty Wanderers FC with nothing but gratitude, respect, and love. No matter where the next chapter of my journey takes me, a part of me will always belong here,” he added.

Chaziya wished Mighty Wanderers continued success as he prepares for the next chapter of his football career.

The Football Association of Malawi (FAM), through its Disciplinary Committee, has ordered FCB Nyasa Big Bullets to pay K5 million following unruly behavior by some of their officials and players during the FDH Bank Cup match against Mighty Wanderers at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre.

As part of the ruling, FAM has also suspended Bullets defender Thomson Chauluka from participating in any football-related activities for 12 months. Chauluka reportedly threw liquid substances at Mighty Wanderers’ goalkeeper Dalitso Khunga during the match, causing a temporary halt to the game.

In addition, Bullets have been fined K2 million for failing to prevent the defender’s misconduct. FAM has given the club 72 hours to respond to the ruling.

The disciplinary action underscores FAM’s commitment to promoting fair play and ensuring discipline in Malawian football.

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Several FCB Nyasa Big Bullets players reportedly complained of stomach problems during their TNM Super League match against Creck Sporting Club, following a lunch meal they had earlier at a hotel in Lilongwe.

Team Chief Administrative Officer Albert Chigoga confirmed the development, saying some players alerted the technical panel during the match that they were feeling unwell due to the food they had eaten earlier in the day.

Chigoga added that the club has launched an inquiry to establish what exactly happened with the meal served to the players.

The match, played at Aubrey Dimba Stadium in Mchinji, ended 2-0 in favour of Creck Sporting Club.

Former Malawi national team striker Esau “Black Mamba” Kanyenda has revealed that he has been diagnosed with liver cancer in the United Kingdom, where he is currently based.

In a brief message posted on his verified Facebook page on Monday, the 43-year-old appealed for support, writing: “I’m fighting this. I need your prayers.”

Kanyenda, one of Malawi’s most celebrated exports, enjoyed an illustrious career playing for top international clubs such as FC Locomotive Moscow in Russia and Polokwane City FC in South Africa. Locally, he turned out for Dwangwa United and Mighty Wanderers.

Following his announcement, social media has been flooded with messages of encouragement and well-wishes as fans, fellow athletes and the wider football community rally behind him in his fight for recovery.

The Super League of Malawi (SULOM) has ruled that the abandoned TNM Super League game between Mighty Wanderers and Ekhaya FC will be replayed on 7 December 2025 at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre.

The original fixture, played on 5 November 2025, was called off before full time after descending into disorder, forcing security teams to intervene and officials to halt proceedings.

In a formal statement, SULOM said the game failed to reach the minimum 75 minutes required to stand as a completed match, adding that its review found multiple breakdowns in match readiness and safety compliance involving both clubs, referees and league personnel.

The league issued stern warnings to Wanderers and Ekhaya FC, accompanied by a suspended fine of MK5 million for each side, a penalty SULOM said would be activated only if the teams commit similar breaches again. SULOM accused both clubs of “failing to meet their obligations on crowd control, security arrangements and basic match preparation”.

SULOM also recommended disciplinary action against the match officials, saying they did not implement FIFA Return to Football protocols, a set of guidelines governing player safety and match continuity during disruptions.

Separately, the league confirmed that its security officer and General Match Coordinator will both serve four-match suspensions, while also condemning their part in “critical protocol breaches that compromised fixture management”.

The decision adds to SULOM’s growing attempts to clamp down on match-day operational failures in the country’s top league, amid rising concerns from supporters, sponsors and football stakeholders that fixtures are increasingly being derailed by avoidable administrative lapses.

The replay will be the second high-profile refixture this season ordered by SULOM, highlighting deepening scrutiny over domestic football governance.

Cameroon will not take part in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after failing to secure qualification, following a dramatic 1-0 loss to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Chancel Mbemba broke the hearts of Cameroonian fans with a stoppage-time goal in the 90+1 minute, sealing their elimination from the qualifying race.

This means top stars such as André Onana and Bryan Mbeumo of Manchester United will not feature at the 2026 World Cup.

With the result, DR Congo, who last appeared at a World Cup in 1974, now advance to the final playoff round where they will face Nigeria, who defeated Gabon 4-1 yesterday.

The winners of the playoff will then compete against teams from other confederations  including Asia, South America, Oceania, the Caribbean, and North & Central America  for the final two available spots at the World Cup.

FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have confirmed that Fischer Kondowe has left his position as Second Assistant Coach by mutual agreement.

Kondowe, who joined The People’s Team more than two decades ago, has been a key figure for the club both as a player and later as part of the technical panel.

He began his football journey with Bullets Youth in 1996 before earning promotion to the senior team in 1998. After a spell abroad, Kondowe returned to the club in 2012, where he became a fan favourite and a respected leader on and off the pitch.

Following his retirement from professional football in 2022, Kondowe was appointed as a Fitness Trainer under then-head coach Kalisto Pasuwa. Earlier this year, he was promoted to Second Assistant Coach by current head coach Peter Mponda.

In a statement, the club expressed its appreciation for Kondowe’s contribution, describing him as one of the most dedicated and influential figures in Bullets’ modern history.

“The Club extends its sincere gratitude to Fischer for his dedication and service to FCB Nyasa Big Bullets and wishes him every success in his future endeavours,” reads part of the statement.

Police in Chiwamba, under Kanengo Police Station in Lilongwe, have arrested two people suspected of being behind a series of theft incidents in the area.

According to Kanengo Police spokesperson Gresham Ngwira, the suspects have been identified as Mayankho Kanyemba, aged 26, and a 17-year-old boy.

Ngwira said the two are believed to have been involved in several theft cases, citing incidents that occurred in September and October 2025 as examples.

“On September 29, 2025, the two allegedly broke into a shop belonging to Foster Mtengo and went away with hardware items valued at K550,000. Again, on October 20, 2025, they are suspected to have broken into the same shop and stolen assorted items worth K700,000,” said Ngwira.

Following investigations, police arrested Kanyemba, who later claimed that he had bought the stolen goods from the 17-year-old boy.

Ngwira added that Kanyemba, who has since been released on bail, is being charged with receiving stolen property, while the 17-year-old suspect is facing a burglary and theft charge.

Supporters of FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have expressed disappointment but acknowledged the dominance of Mighty Mukuru Wanderers, who thrashed their rivals 3–0 in a thrilling Blantyre Derby played on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Kamuzu Stadium.

The match saw Wanderers’ forward Adam Wallace open the scoring in the first half before Blessings Singini sealed the victory with a stunning brace in the second half.

Singini’s first goal came in the 76th minute after he unleashed a powerful 22-yard strike that smashed against the upright before finding the back of the net  a goal worthy of the derby stage. His second came moments later, capitalizing on a costly defensive mistake by Andrew Jovinala to slot home calmly past goalkeeper Innocent Nyasulu.

The defeat left the Bullets’ defense in total disarray and their supporters silenced, while the blue half of Kamuzu Stadium erupted in jubilation as Wanderers fans celebrated what many described as one of the club’s most commanding derby performances in recent years.

The two teams are set to meet again this weekend in the FDH Bank Cup semifinal, promising another heated encounter between Malawi’s biggest football rivals.

The Malawi Women’s National Football Team, The Scorchers, are set to face Angola this Thursday in the first leg of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers at the Estádio 11 de Novembro in Luanda.

With qualification to the continental tournament at stake, the Scorchers are eyeing a positive away result before hosting the return leg on Tuesday, 28th October, at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe.

Head Coach Lovemore Fazili says the team is fully prepared for the challenge after weeks of intensive training and friendly matches.

“Honestly speaking, the team is geared and prepared for the game, starting from home until here in Angola. The girls have had recovery time, and reaching this far, the team is ready,” said Fazili.

However, the Scorchers will be without vice-captain Temwa Chawinga, who sustained a groin injury while playing for her U.S. club, Kansas City Current.

Fazili admitted Temwa’s absence is a setback but expressed confidence that the rest of the squad can rise to the occasion.

“Of course, tactically, it’s a blow, but we have other players who can deliver. We wish her a quick recovery, but we have plan B in place,” he added.

The coach believes that recent friendlies against Zambia, Morocco, and South Africa have helped sharpen the team’s readiness for competitive action.

Meanwhile, team captain Tabitha Chawinga has boosted morale by donating football boots to her teammates ahead of Thursday’s game.

This is not the first time the captain has extended such generosity  she has frequently provided boots and equipment to both national and local players, a gesture that has inspired her teammates and lifted spirits in camp.

The Scorchers will be hoping to make history by qualifying for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations for the first time. The match kicks off at 17:00 hours Malawian time.

Angola come into the fixture with only one win in their last eight games, while Malawi have won four, including two recent victories over Lesotho.