By Draxon Maloya

Silver Strikers FC will miss the services of nine key players when they face city rivals Blue Eagles FC at Nankhaka Stadium in the TNM Super League.

Coach fir the Central Bank side, Peter Mgangira admitted the absences of the key players but expressed confidence in the depth of his squad.

“We’d like to feature our key players in this anticipated tough encounter, but nonetheless, the team has a pool of equally talented players who will do an excellent job at Area 30,” said Mgangira.

He acknowledged that after a slow start to the season, securing a win against the police side would be crucial for building consistency.

The injured players include goalkeeper Charles Thom, Chikondi Kamanga, Precious Sambani, Maxwell Paipi, Gift Chunga, Duncan Nyoni, Charles Chipala, Sam Ademeyi and Emmanuel Allan.

The Bankers currently sit 7th on the TNM Super League table amassed 11 points from 6 matches, trailing league leaders FCB Nyasa Big Bullets by 7 points.