Bullets cough MK6 Million for repairing Silver’s bus

FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have paid MK6 Million to Silver Strikers for the repair of their bus which was stoned by the team’s supporters in their last meeting in the TNM Super League, reports Zodiak Online.

Silver Strikers recorded their first win over the defending Champions at Kamuzu Stadium for the first time since 2013 but the game was marred late by Fracas as Supporters who are suspected to be from the red camp caused violence and Silver Strikers’ bus was among property which were affected.

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Bullets’ officials showed their remorse for the malpractice and they traveled to Lilongwe and they promised to repair the bus.

Silver Strikers Chief Executive Officer, Patrick Chimimba has confirmed the development and has commended Bullets for the sportsmanship.

“Yes, we can confirm that we have received the money from Bullets and we are thankful for their conduct,” he said.

Silver Strikers and FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have agreed to make a joint security team that will be tasked to provide maximum security when the two teams face off in future games after violence that occurred during the recent meeting between the two heavyweights in Blantyre.

The officials from the two teams held a joint press briefing on Thursday where they addressed the media on what they have agreed after their discussions.

The people’s team officials traveled to Lilongwe to face their counterpart, Silver Strikers’ officials, and amicably solve the issue as they expressed their commitment to repairing the bus which was damaged during the fracas.

Speaking during the press briefing, FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Chief Executive Officer, Suzgo Nyirenda said football is a game that unites people and violence should not be tolerated.

“As Big Bullets, we strongly condemn violence and it is not welcome in our camp. We were shocked by the violence that erupted last weekend. We released the press statement and we felt like it was not enough, we decided to come and show our remorse to Silver Strikers for the vice.

“Big Bullets don’t want to make Kamuzu Stadium a place that will endanger football fans’ lives and as a Club, we will take all necessary measures to ensure maximum security during our games,” he said.

Silver Strikers Chief Executive Officer, Patrick Chimimba commended Bullets for the gesture saying that they have shown sportsmanship.

“The two teams have gained a lot in recent years and we don’t want to lose it. We thank Big Bullets for their gesture and as Silver Strikers, we are open to working with them for maximum security during our games,” he said.