MTN Super League Week 31 Fixtures: Title Race, Continental Push, and Relegation Fight Intensify
Week 31 of the 2024/25 MTN Super League season is set for a dramatic round of fixtures on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, with all 18 teams in action. With just four matchdays remaining, the table is finely poised: the title race is heating up between Power Dynamos and ZESCO United, while the relegation battle at the bottom continues to claim victims.
This week’s games promise high stakes, fierce battles, and potential shifts in CAF Champions League spots, top-four ambitions, and survival hopes. Here’s your in-depth preview of all the fixtures and what’s on the line for each team.
🗓 Wednesday | 09/04/2025
Lumwana Radiants (13th, 34 pts) vs Mutondo Stars (17th, 31 pts)
📍 Lumwana Ground | 13:00h
A classic relegation six-pointer kicks off the day. Lumwana Radiants have lost four of their last six and sit just three points above the drop zone. Their goal difference of -13 adds pressure to secure results rather than rely on tiebreakers. A win here gives them breathing room and could lift them as high as 11th depending on other results.
Mutondo Stars, on the other hand, are teetering just above Indeni and need a win to avoid slipping closer to automatic relegation. With only one win in their last six, their form is dire. This game could be season-defining for either side.
Kabwe Warriors (4th, 49 pts) vs ZESCO United (2nd, 54 pts)
📍 Railway Stadium | 15:00h
One of the most anticipated fixtures of the round. Kabwe Warriors, who have stumbled recently with just one win in six, face a massive challenge against title-chasing ZESCO United. With Warriors just two points off third place, a win here could reignite their top-three hopes and keep them in the continental conversation.
ZESCO United cannot afford another slip after dropping points in three of their last six. They are six points behind leaders Power Dynamos, and defeat here could widen that gap irreversibly. This clash is massive for both sides’ ambitions.
Forest Rangers (16th, 31 pts) vs Nchanga Rangers (12th, 36 pts)
📍 Dola Hill Ground | 15:00h
Forest Rangers are in desperate need of points. With only five wins all season and the worst form in the league (winless in their last six), they must win this game to maintain survival hopes. Currently two points adrift of safety, a draw or loss could see them fall further behind.
Nchanga Rangers are not safe yet either, sitting on 36 points. A win here could push them up the table and give them a cushion, but defeat would drag them back into the relegation mix. Tense times in Ndola.
Power Dynamos (1st, 60 pts) vs Nkwazi FC (5th, 49 pts)
📍 Arthur Davies Stadium | 15:00h
Power Dynamos are cruising with five wins in their last six and lead the table by six points. Victory here would take them a step closer to back-to-back league titles. Their superior goal difference (+29) offers further comfort, but they’ll want to avoid complacency.
Nkwazi FC, unbeaten in their last five, are chasing a CAF Confederation Cup spot and sit level on points with Kabwe Warriors. A win over the leaders would not only boost their continental hopes but also send a strong message of intent.
Green Buffaloes (8th, 40 pts) vs Nkana FC (3rd, 51 pts)
📍 Edwin Imboela Stadium | 15:00h
Green Buffaloes remain inconsistent, with just one win in their last six. While they’re safe from relegation, they’re also out of the continental picture. Still, they could be spoilers for promotion hopefuls.
Nkana FC are chasing second place and will be hungry for three points to stay in touch with ZESCO United. With only two points separating them and ZESCO, and three points above Kabwe Warriors, any slip-up could prove costly in the race for Africa.
FC MUZA (11th, 37 pts) vs NAPSA Stars (9th, 38 pts)
📍 Nakambala Stadium | 15:00h
A mid-table clash with pride and potential top-eight finishes on the line. FC MUZA have turned a corner with a more stable run of form and could leapfrog NAPSA with a win.
NAPSA Stars have drawn too many games and could use a strong finish to push for a top-six spot. Both teams will want to end the season positively, making this one a likely open affair.
ZANACO (14th, 33 pts) vs Green Eagles (10th, 37 pts)
📍 Sunset Stadium | 15:00h
Zanaco are having a difficult season and remain just two points above the drop zone. A defeat here, combined with wins from Forest or Mutondo, could see them fall into the red zone. Their goal difference of -7 is concerning and puts added pressure on results.
Green Eagles are stuck in the middle of the pack, but they’ve shown glimpses of quality. They’ll look to pile pressure on Zanaco and claim three points to chase a top-eight finish.
Red Arrows (6th, 47 pts) vs Atletico Lusaka (15th, 33 pts)
📍 Nkoloma Stadium | 15:00h
Red Arrows are in excellent form and remain within touching distance of fourth place. A win here would keep them in the running for a CAF Confederation Cup spot. Their defense has been rock solid with only 22 goals conceded—the best in the league.
Atletico Lusaka, on the other hand, are only one point above the relegation zone and cannot afford another defeat. Having lost three of their last four, pressure is mounting. Every point counts in their bid for survival.
Indeni FC (18th, 12 pts) vs Mufulira Wanderers (7th, 45 pts)
📍 Indeni Sports Complex | 15:00h
Bottom-placed Indeni FC are all but relegated, with only two wins in 30 games and a shocking -31 goal difference. Even a win here may only serve as consolation.
Mufulira Wanderers, however, are within striking distance of the top four. With 45 points, they’ll be hoping to leapfrog Red Arrows with a win and hope other results go in their favor. Given their recent form and Indeni’s struggles, they’ll be heavy favorites.
Conclusion
Week 31 offers a thrilling blend of top-of-the-table tension and bottom-of-the-pack desperation. Power Dynamos can edge closer to the title, while ZESCO, Nkana, and Kabwe fight for continental glory. Meanwhile, Forest Rangers, Zanaco, Atletico Lusaka, and Mutondo Stars are scrambling to avoid the drop.
Every goal this Wednesday could decide championships, African qualification, or relegation. Fans are in for a rollercoaster of emotions—expect fireworks across all nine fixtures.
