Mitundu Baptist 0–0 Ekhaya FC
Malawi Premier League – 5 July 2026

Mitundu Baptist and Ekhaya FC played out a hard‑fought goalless draw at the Mzuzu Stadium on Sunday evening, a result that edged both teams a little further from the relegation zone but did little to satisfy fans hoping for attacking football. The match, which kicked off at 20:30, was characterised by disciplined defensive organisation and a lack of cutting edge in the final third.

Match Overview

Both sides entered the contest knowing that a win would provide a vital buffer against the drop. Mitundu Baptist, playing in front of their home supporters, started brightly, pressing high and forcing Ekhaya into early errors. The first clear chance fell to Baptist’s striker Kingsley Banda in the 12th minute, but his shot from the edge of the box drifted wide.

Ekhaya FC gradually grew into the game, with midfielder Chikondi Mwale dictating the tempo from deep. They carved out a pair of half‑chances before the break, but Baptist’s goalkeeper Owen Kachale was equal to a free‑kick and a long‑range effort.

Second‑Half Stalemate

The second half mirrored the first – plenty of effort, but little in the way of quality in the final pass or finish. Mitundu Baptist thought they had taken the lead in the 58th minute when a corner caused chaos in the box, but the goal was ruled out for a push on the goalkeeper. Replays suggested a soft decision, but the score remained level.

Ekhaya’s best opportunity came 10 minutes later. A swift counter‑attack saw winger Harvey Nyirenda race clear, but his low cross was just behind the onrushing Gift Banda, who could not turn the ball home. From that point, both sides seemed to settle for a point, and the game petered out into a midfield battle.

Defensive Standouts

• Joseph Mhango (Mitundu Baptist) – The centre‑back was imperious in the air, winning every duel and organising the backline with authority.
• Lucky Mkanda (Ekhaya FC) – The left‑back made four crucial tackles and rarely allowed Baptist’s right‑winger any space.
• Owen Kachale (Mitundu Baptist) – A composed display in goal, even if largely untroubled by direct shots.

League Implications

The point lifts Mitundu Baptist to 12th place in the Malawi Premier League, one point above the relegation play‑off spot. Ekhaya FC remain 14th, still in the drop zone but now only three points from safety. With nine games remaining, every point is precious, and both managers will take satisfaction from a clean sheet, even as the lack of goals remains a concern.

Next week, Mitundu Baptist travel to league leaders Mighty Wanderers, while Ekhaya FC host bottom‑placed Chilumba United – a fixture that could prove decisive in their survival bid.