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Africa-Press – Malawi. <\/strong><\/span>In an electrifying match on Tuesday, December 26, 2023, the Malawi Armed Forces College (MAFCO) Soldiers stormed into the Airtel Top 8 final after disconnecting Silver Strikers\u2019 Airtel network for unpaid bills to reach the final of the cup\u2019s 6th edition.<\/p>\n

Despite a Patrick Macheso strike in the 28th minute assisted by Chimwemwe Idana, Silver\u2019s lead was short-lived. Prince Kachere equalized for MAFCO in the 81st minute with an assist from Mphatso Philimon, exposing lapses in Silver\u2019s defense.<\/p>\n

The deadlock led to a 1-1 score, ultimately progressing to post-match penalties, where MAFCO sealed their 3-1 victory and secured a place in the final against FCB Nyasa Big Bullets on January 6, 2024.<\/p>\n

During the penalty kicks, Silver Strikers faltered as Chisomo Mpachika and Mark Fodya brought in specifically for spot-kick duties, missed their shots. Captain Chikondi Kamanga\u2019s penalty was saved by Christopher Mikuwa, while Innocent Shema executed the Airtel money transaction effectively.<\/p>\n

MAFCO\u2019s Peter Katsonga led the charge, scoring alongside Paul Ndhlovu and Aubrey Chafewa in a decisive \u2018Monkey run\u2019 style, while Paul Phiri skied his kick. Despite dominating possession in the first half with their \u20184G Airtel internet\u2019, Silver failed to capitalize on numerous chances created.<\/p>\n

Veteran Atusaye Nyondo hit the upright in the 51st minute, and despite Silver\u2019s efforts, they couldn\u2019t capitalize on opportunities created throughout the game.<\/p>\n

As the intensity heightened, bookings came swiftly, with Paul Ndhlovu and Stain Malata both receiving yellow cards within two minutes for fouls on Patrick Macheso.<\/p>\n

However, efforts from both sides failed to secure a winning goal until the final whistle. The fate of the game rested on post-match penalties, where Silver Strikers failed to secure their spot in the Airtel Top 8 final.<\/p>\n

MAFCO, surviving the elite league chop on the final day, demonstrated their determination to claim a cup this year, following their semifinal exit in the Castel Challenge Cup.<\/p>\n

Silver Strikers, aiming for a season end with two cup victories, now shift their focus to the Castel Challenge Cup, where they are slated to meet FCB Nyasa Big Bullets.<\/p>\n

Having previously clinched the Airtel Top 8 title twice in 2017 and 2021, Silver Strikers aimed for a repeat this year but faced an unexpected setback as MAFCO soldiers disconnected all hopes of victory.<\/p>\n

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