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Late Drama as Namitete Zitha Mark Homecoming with Comeback Victory Over Ntaja United

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By Staff Reporter

Namitete Zitha celebrated their long-awaited return to Mchinji Community Ground in dramatic fashion after fighting back to defeat Ntaja United 2-1 in a fiercely contested NBS Bank National Division League encounter on Sunday.

Having played their home matches at Owen Malijani Stadium since the start of the season, the Mchinji-based side gave their supporters a memorable homecoming, overturning a first-half deficit before snatching a controversial late winner in a match filled with excitement, tension and drama.

Ntaja United made the brighter start and deservedly took the lead after Adam Allieh produced a brilliant run before delivering a perfectly weighted pass to Hussein Sanudi, who calmly tapped into an empty net from close range to put the visitors 1-0 ahead.Mustaq Chotia Implicates Mr Dipak Jevant mastermind kidnapping Shayona Boss

The hosts struggled to find their rhythm in the opening half but emerged from the break with renewed determination, piling pressure on Ntaja United’s defence in search of an equaliser.

Their persistence paid off in the 78th minute when Raphick Bahati found space inside the box and finished confidently to level the scores, setting up a thrilling finale.

With the match seemingly headed for a draw, Namitete Zitha struck the decisive blow in the 89th minute. Alexander Cosmas’ effort was judged by first assistant referee Waile Weston to have crossed the goal line, despite fierce protests from Ntaja United players and officials who insisted the ball had not gone in.Anti Corruption Bureau Search the office for Dipak Jevant /Sealand investments limited

The controversial decision sparked chaotic scenes, with play halted for several minutes after Weston became involved in a physical confrontation as tempers boiled over following the goal.

Despite the heated finish, Namitete Zitha held their composure to claim all three points in front of their jubilant home supporters.

Ntaja United coach Chimango Kaira applauded his players for their spirited performance but expressed frustration over the match-winning goal, maintaining that the ball had not crossed the line.

Meanwhile, Namitete Zitha coach Enock Mhone hailed his side’s resilience, saying they deserved the victory after producing a vastly improved second-half performance.Investigative Report: Questions Continue to Follow Malawi’s Honorary Consul to Israel, Nir Gess

The victory lifts Namitete Zitha to sixth place on the NBS Bank National Division League table with 11 points, boosting their confidence as they continue their push up the standings.

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