Rumphi Sister’s FC Suffer Heavy Defeat At Home To Ekwendeni Sister’s FC

Rumphi Sister’s FC hosted Ekwendeni Sister’s FC at their home ground in Rumphi on 6 September 2025, with kick-off at 3:00pm. The 11-a-side match ended in a 4-1 defeat for Rumphi Sister’s, who struggled to contain their visitors throughout the 90 minutes plus injury time. The referee for the day was Ella Chikalamba, who oversaw the game with a solid but unremarkable performance in front of a crowd of 70 spectators.

Rumphi Sister’s lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation, deploying four defenders at the back, a single holding midfielder shielding the defence, four midfielders across the middle, and a lone striker leading the attack. This setup was intended to provide defensive stability while maintaining width and attacking options through the midfield line. The back four would be expected to hold firm against Ekwendeni Sister’s forward thrusts, while the holding midfielder’s role was crucial in breaking up play and distributing the ball effectively. The midfield quartet was tasked with both supporting the lone striker and tracking back to assist defensively, aiming to control possession and create scoring opportunities. Unfortunately, no substitutes were named for Rumphi Sister’s FC on the day.

The first half saw a cautious start from both sides, with neither team able to break the deadlock before the interval. Despite Rumphi Sister’s efforts to impose their 4-1-4-1 structure, Ekwendeni Sister’s proved resilient and gradually grew into the game. The half-time whistle arrived with the scoreline still goalless, reflecting a balanced but tense opening period.

The second half, however, told a very different story as Ekwendeni Sister’s FC came out with renewed vigour and clinical finishing. They managed to find the net four times, exploiting gaps in Rumphi Sister’s defensive line and capitalising on their visitors’ inability to respond effectively. Rumphi Sister’s did manage to pull one goal back, but it was not enough to stem the tide of Ekwendeni’s dominance.

Elikana Munthali was named Player of the Match, a testament to her outstanding influence and performance despite her team’s heavy defeat. Her efforts in midfield stood out as she battled tirelessly to stem the flow of Ekwendeni’s attacks and tried to spark counter moves for Rumphi Sister’s.

The referee, Ella Chikalamba, maintained control of the match throughout, allowing the game to flow while keeping a firm grip on discipline. Her decisions were generally accepted by both sides, contributing to a fair contest.

Ultimately, Rumphi Sister’s FC will be left to reflect on a disappointing afternoon in Rumphi, where their 4-1-4-1 formation and tactical approach were outmatched by a sharper, more clinical Ekwendeni Sister’s FC. The visitors’ four-goal haul underlined their superiority on the day and handed them a convincing victory away from home.