Tight Battles as ZPL Mens’ National League Playoffs Heat Up on Day Two
The race for ZPL National League promotion intensified on Day Two of the 2025 Playoffs, with teams delivering gritty performances and group standings beginning to take shape.
At Munis Grounds, Chipata City Council FC earned a vital 1-0 victory over Muchinga Blue Eagles in a tense Group B clash. A 56th-minute strike from Nsama Mukalula proved the difference, boosting Chipata’s chances ahead of a decisive tie against Mathkat United on Thursday.
Earlier in the day, Solwezi Academy and Mathkat United shared the spoils in a 0-0 draw. The match lacked clear chances but showcased tactical discipline and defensive organization from both sides. Crown FC, who were on a bye, will return to face Solwezi Academy next.
Meanwhile, at Edwin Imboela Stadium, Makeni All Stars solidified their position at the top of Group B with a commanding 3-0 win over Nangweshi Pirates. Spot kicks from Penius Tonga and Kenani Phiri, plus a goal from Ziyalula Lywali, gave the Lusaka outfit their second consecutive win of the tournament.
In the day’s final fixture, Teta FC mounted a spirited comeback to beat Bart’s FC 2-1. After going behind to Semiwe Mwila’s 25th-minute goal, Teta responded swiftly with back-to-back strikes from Benson Mwila and Mathews Chanda in the 55th and 57th minutes to snatch the win.
Roan United, who sat out the day’s action, will re-enter the fray with a top-of-the-table encounter against Makeni All Stars, while Bart’s FC look to revive their campaign against Nangweshi Pirates.
Thursday Fixtures
Edwin Imboela Stadium
- 13h00: Nangweshi Pirates 🆚 Bart’s FC
- 15h00: Roan United 🆚 Makeni All Stars
Teta FC on bye
Munis Grounds
- 13h00: Mathkat United 🆚 Chipata City Council FC
- 15h00: Crown FC 🆚 Solwezi Academy
Muchinga Blue Eagles on bye
