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It was the star striker Maylan Mulenga with a hattrick helping her team Green Buffaloes to a level 8-1 thrilling victory.
In a highly anticipated match in the Zambian Women’s Football league, Green Buffaloes took on Green Eagles in a rescheduled week 22 fixture of the FAZ Women’s Super Division. The match took place, with both teams looking to secure a vital win.
From the outset, Green Buffaloes demonstrated their dominance, with their star striker, Maylan Mulenga, breaking the deadlock in the 25th minute with a clinical finish. Despite conceding early, Green Eagles managed to pull one back through Selina Zimba in the 18th minute. However, Green Buffaloes soon regained their composure and continued to pile on the pressure.
The second half saw Green Buffaloes take complete control, with Theresa Chewe scoring twice in quick succession in the 33rd and 51st minutes, extending their lead to 3-1. Maylan Mulenga completed her hat-trick in the 70th minute, and added two more goals in the 84th and 90th minutes, while Ruth Nakazwe and Joana Benaya also found the back of the net in the 85th and 90th minutes respectively, securing a comprehensive 8-1 victory for Green Buffaloes.
The win saw Green Buffaloes extend their lead at the top of the table to 57 points, seven more than second-placed ZESCO Ndola Girls. The match showcased Green Buffaloes’ attacking prowess and highlighted why they are the team to beat in the league. The players put in an excellent performance, and the result will give them confidence going into their next match.
