Green Buffaloes Women FC Suffer Heavy Defeat At Reiz Stadium

Green Buffaloes Women FC hosted ZANACO Ladies Football Club at Reiz Stadium on 13 December 2025, with kick-off at 12:00pm in a league fixture that ended in a 4-0 defeat for the home side. The match unfolded over the standard 90 minutes plus added time, with ZANACO Ladies dominating proceedings to secure a comprehensive victory.

Green Buffaloes Women lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, a setup designed to balance defensive solidity with attacking width. The back four comprised two full-backs and two central defenders tasked with containing ZANACO’s forward thrusts, while the midfield trio was expected to control possession and link defence with attack. Up front, the three forwards were positioned to stretch the opposition’s defence and create scoring opportunities from wide and central areas. Unfortunately, no details of the starting eleven or substitutes were provided for this match.

The first half saw a tightly contested battle, but despite Green Buffaloes’ efforts to impose their 4-3-3 system, ZANACO Ladies gradually took control. The half-time whistle arrived with the scoreline still goalless, reflecting a cautious opening period where both sides sought to find their rhythm.

After the break, ZANACO Ladies intensified their pressure and began to exploit gaps in the Green Buffaloes’ defensive structure. The visitors’ clinical finishing and tactical discipline paid dividends as they found the net four times in the second half, leaving the home side unable to respond.

Throughout the match, Maweta Chilenga stood out as a key performer, earning the player of the match accolade for her influential display. Her contributions, whether in midfield or attack, were a rare bright spot for Green Buffaloes amid a challenging afternoon.

The referee’s performance was rated at 55, suggesting a competent but unremarkable officiating display that did not significantly influence the flow or outcome of the game.

Despite the defeat, the Green Buffaloes will look to regroup and address the defensive frailties exposed by ZANACO Ladies, who demonstrated superior tactical execution and finishing on the day. The home crowd of 1,100 witnessed a match that ultimately highlighted the gulf between the two sides in this encounter.