By Andrew Magombo
The Super League of Malawi (SULOM) has strongly denounced the unsportsmanlike behavior exhibited by Malawi Armed Force Football Club (MAFCO) against FCB Nyasa Big Bullets during their match on Sunday, October 6, 2024.
A viral video captured MAFCO players mercilessly stepping on Bullets player Wongani Lungu.
In response,SULOM issued a statement on October 7, condemning the actions and promising to take necessary action.
SULOM emphasized the importance of maintaining sanity and fair play in the game, urging all players to adhere to these principles and refrain from threatening their fellow players’ careers.
“We are deeply disturbed by the unsporting behavior displayed by MAFCO players. Such actions have no place in our beautiful game,” said SULOM officials.
In a show of remorse, MAFCO’s team captain, Paul Ndhlovu, has since apologized to Wongani Lungu and the entire FCB team.
“We regret our actions and are truly sorry for the harm caused. We will work to ensure such incidents do not recur,” Ndhlovu stated.
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets has acknowledged MAFCO’s apology, accepting the gesture and calling for stronger action from SULOM to prevent future incidents.
The incident has sparked widespread concern and highlights the need for players to uphold the values of sportsmanship and respect in the game.
Three Mafco players who maliciously stepped on and injured Wongani Lungu have been identified as Vitumbiko Phiri jersey 18, Blessings Chandiyang’ana jersey number 4 and Duncan Mwale jersey 3.