The MTN Super League title race takes centre stage this afternoon as log leaders Red Arrows host defending champions Power Dynamos in a blockbuster rescheduled Week 18 fixture at Nkoloma Stadium.
With just a single point separating the two sides, the encounter carries significance far beyond the standard three points on offer.
Elsewhere, ZESCO United make the trip to Chililabombwe to face Konkola Blades in another compelling clash with major implications in the mid-table battle.
Red Arrows vs Power Dynamos
15:00 | Nkoloma Stadium, Lusaka
This is the match everyone has been waiting for.
Arrows sit top of the table with 39 points from 20 matches, while Dynamos trail closely on 38 points — having played two fewer games. That statistical edge adds even more intrigue to what could prove to be a defining moment in the title race.
Form Guide
Power Dynamos arrive in red-hot form, chasing a fifth consecutive victory. Oswald Mutapa’s men have dispatched Mutondo Stars, Green Eagles, Mufulira Wanderers and NAPSA Stars in impressive fashion.
Red Arrows, meanwhile, have registered a win, a draw and a loss in their last three outings — steady, if not spectacular, form heading into the biggest game of their season so far.
History slightly favours the visitors overall. In 40 meetings, Power have won 17 compared to Arrows’ 12, with 11 draws.
However, recent history belongs to the Airmen. Arrows are unbeaten in the last seven meetings (five wins, two draws), with Power’s last victory in this fixture coming in 2022.
Key Battles
As the old football adage goes: If you want to win football games, first win the midfield battle.
That contest could define this encounter.
- Prince Mumba and Fred Mulambia will be tasked with dictating tempo for Abayellow.
- For Arrows, Alassane Diarra’s composure and defensive awareness could prove decisive in neutralising Dynamos’ engine room.
In attack, Ishmael Ankobo will look to build on his stunning strike against NAPSA Stars, while league leading scorer Albert Kangwanda carries Arrows’ primary goal threat.
At the back, Samuel Bamidele and Dominic Chanda will be central to Dynamos’ defensive resilience.
What They Said
Chisi Mbewe (Red Arrows coach):
“These are self-motivated games. Every player wants to be involved in matches like this. The mood in camp is very high. We know the kind of game we are playing against a team in good form, but we are at home and everyone is looking forward to it.”
Oswald Mutapa (Power Dynamos head coach):
“It is an important game for the club. We are coming from a win, they are coming from a loss, so their intent will be there. We know it’s a tough game. But if we apply ourselves in the best way and take our chances, we should be victors at the end of the day.”
With so little separating them, this fixture has all the ingredients of a potential title decider.
Kick-off: 15:00
Gate Charges: VIP K200 | Grandstand K100 | Open Wing K30
Konkola Blades vs ZESCO United
15:00 | Konkola Stadium, Chililabombwe
While the spotlight shines in Lusaka, a crucial mid-table duel unfolds on the Copperbelt.
ZESCO United head into the match following a 2-1 home defeat to Mufulira Wanderers — a setback that left them 11th with 25 points from 18 matches. A win this afternoon could lift them as high as eighth in what remains a congested section of the table.
Konkola Blades sit ninth on 27 points from 20 games and are unbeaten in six matches. Although only two of those have been victories, their recent resilience makes them a difficult side to break down, especially at home.
Team News & Key Players
ZESCO will rely on the attacking partnership of Chadian forward Amine Hiver and Ghanaian striker Elvis Addae.
In midfield, Abraham Siankombo, Luka Mutoshi and Leonard Mulenga will be pivotal in controlling proceedings for Zega Mambo. Coach Emmanuel Siwale has also included Vitalis Gantar, Chanda Mukuka and Tandi Mwape in his squad, though Zachariah Chilongoshi remains sidelined through injury.
For the hosts, captain Victor Mubanga will spearhead the attack, with creativity expected from Stephen Mutama. Boyd Musonda’s role shielding the defence could be vital against ZESCO’s pace up front.
Head-to-Head Context
The reverse fixture ended goalless on the pitch but was later awarded 3-0 to Konkola Blades, with ZESCO fined K10,000 for administrative irregularities.
Historically, however, ZESCO have dominated this matchup — winning nine of the last 12 meetings. Blades’ last on-field victory over Zega Mambo came in 2013.
What They Said
Beston Chambeshi (Konkola Blades coach):
“We are ready. Yes, ZESCO United is a big team but Konkola Blades is a big team also. The game will be one of the most interesting games. We have psyched the players and they have to fight until the end.”
Emmanuel Siwale (ZESCO United coach):
“It’s not about the title, it’s about the game that we are playing, which is against Konkola. This is a journey, and this journey has Konkola in it. Our target is Konkola. We play Konkola, then we can see or talk about the other games.”
Gate Charges: VVIP K200 | VIP K100 | Open Wing K20
