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Ekhaya FC wins Malawi Airtel Top 8 title

Overview

In July 2026, debutant Ekhaya Football Club advanced through the Malawi Airtel Top 8 tournament. After defeating Big Bullets on penalties on 11 July, they secured a place in the final on 31 July with a 2–1 win over Karonga United at Lilongwe’s Silver Stadium. Allen Chihana opened the scoring in the 44th minute, and Chimwemwe Chunga clinched the win in the 73rd minute. Coach Enos Chatama praised the side’s resilience while noting the need for better game management and midfield organisation.

Ekhaya FC made history by becoming the first debutant club to win the Airtel Top 8 title, defeating Mighty Wanderers 2–1 in the final held at Bingu National Stadium. Forward Allen Chihana was confirmed as the tournament's top scorer, having scored in all four of his team's matches; he is expected to receive K1.35 million for his performance.

Alongside the tournament conclusion, Ekhaya FC and Mighty Wanderers donated football equipment worth K30 million to the Play Soccer Malawi Academy to support grassroots development. This initiative was facilitated by businessmen Thomson and William Mpinganjira.

Entities

Allen Chihana · Ekhaya Football Club · Mighty Wanderers · Play Soccer Malawi Academy · Bingu National Stadium

Timeline

  1. 14 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Ekhaya FC wins Airtel Top 8 title and donates K30 million to grassroots football

    Ekhaya FC became the first debutant to win the Airtel Top 8 title after defeating Mighty Wanderers 2-1, while both clubs donated K30 million in equipment to the Play Soccer Malawi Academy.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Ekhaya FC reaches Airtel Top 8 final in Malawi

    Ekhaya FC beat Karonga United 2-1 to book a spot in the Airtel Top 8 final in Malawi, with coach Enos Chatama urging better game control ahead of the showdown.

  3. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Ekhaya FC defeats Big Bullets on penalties to reach Malawi Airtel Top 8 semi‑final

    Ekhaya FC beat defending champions Big Bullets 7‑6 on penalties after a 1‑1 draw, advancing to the semi‑finals of Malawi's 2026 Airtel Top 8 Cup.

Sources

malawifreedomnetwork.com · maraviexpress.com · mwnation.com · nyasatimes.com

This summary has been updated 1 time: see revision history