Week 3 Report: Itaka Fires Nchanga Rangers to the Summit as ZSL Table Takes Shape
The 2025/26 MTN Super League season continued with a full slate of exciting fixtures this past weekend, headlined by a stunning individual performance that propelled Nchanga Rangers to the top of the table.
Saturday Results & Highlights
The standout performance of the weekend came from Christopher Itaka of Nchanga Rangers. The striker was in scintillating form, netting a brilliant brace with goals in the 10th and 53rd minutes to secure a 2-0 victory for his side. This win ensured Nchanga Rangers maintained their perfect start to the season with a maximum nine points from three games.
In the other fixtures, the matches between Mines United and Power Dynamos, as well as Nkwazi FC and Kabwe Warriors, ended in draws. The specific scores and goal scorers for these matches were not detailed in the provided results.
Sunday Results & Highlights
The document lists a result for Mutulira Wanderers, but it appears to be a duplication of the Nchanga Rangers line, showing Christopher Itaka as the scorer. This is likely a data error, and the actual result for the Mutulira Wanderers game is not clearly available from the provided information.
League Standings Analysis After Week 3
The victory sees Nchanga Rangers sit alone at the top of the table with 9 points, boasting a formidable goal difference of +4.
Hot on their heels are FC Muza and Zanaco, both undefeated and tied on 7 points. Muza holds a slight edge on goal difference, having yet to concede a goal this season.
The league table begins to take a clear shape, with the early relegation zone featuring Mines United (1 point) and Mutondo Stars (0 points), who will be looking to find their form quickly to climb away from danger.
The coveted continental qualification spots are currently occupied by the top three teams, with the fourth-placed team, Nkana FC (5 points), just outside the mark.
Key Takeaway: Christopher Itaka’s heroics have made Nchanga Rangers the team to beat early in the season, while the chasing pack remains tightly grouped, promising an intensely competitive campaign ahead.
