Green Buffaloes Women Dominate Red Arrows In 3-0 Victory

In an impressive display of football, Green Buffaloes Women FC triumphed over Red Arrows Women with a commanding 3-0 victory in their league away match at Reiz Stadium on 30 August 2025. The match kicked off at 3:00pm, and the Buffaloes showcased their attacking prowess and solid defensive structure throughout the encounter.

The Green Buffaloes lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, which allowed them to maintain a strong presence both in midfield and attack. Ngambo Musole took her place in goal, while the back four consisted of Martha Banda on the right, Margret Gondwe and Memory Nthala as central defenders, and Diana Banda on the left. The midfield trio featured Natasha Nanyangwe on the right, Thanda Mokgaba in the centre, and Evarine Katongo on the left. Up front, Beatrice Fwamba and Agness Phiri operated as right and left forwards respectively, supporting the central striker, Hellen Chanda.

The substitutes for the match were not disclosed, but the starting eleven was well-equipped to execute the game plan effectively. The Buffaloes aimed to dominate possession and create scoring opportunities through their fluid attacking play, while also ensuring defensive stability against the Red Arrows' counter-attacks.

The first half saw both teams struggle to find the back of the net, with Green Buffaloes controlling the midfield but unable to convert their chances. The breakthrough came shortly after the interval when Hellen Chanda opened the scoring in the 47th minute. Following a well-placed long pass from Diana Banda, Chanda found herself in a prime position inside the box and finished with her right foot from close range, sending the Buffaloes into a 1-0 lead.

As the match progressed, the Green Buffaloes continued to assert their dominance, with their midfielders effectively linking up play and creating further opportunities. The Red Arrows struggled to respond, finding it difficult to penetrate the Buffaloes' resolute defence.

In the dying moments of the match, Agness Phiri sealed the victory for Green Buffaloes with a stunning goal in the 90th minute. She struck a direct free-kick from outside the box with her right foot, leaving the Red Arrows goalkeeper with no chance as the ball curled into the net, making it 3-0.

Diana Banda's exceptional performance throughout the match earned her the Player of the Match accolade, as her contributions in both defence and attack were pivotal to the Buffaloes' success. The referee's performance was solid, ensuring the game flowed smoothly, and the attendance of 1200 spectators witnessed a memorable display from the Green Buffaloes Women FC.