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GREEN Buffaloes secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Mufulira Wanderers at Sunset Stadium, courtesy of a second-half strike from super sub John Bakata. The Nyanta Boys dominated proceedings from the early stages, displaying impressive composure and confident ball movement. Wanderers applied intense pressure in the opening exchanges, but Buffaloes remained resolute. A moment of drama occurred in the 14th minute when Wanderers goalkeeper Melvin Maputa was penalised under the new FIFA six-second rule for holding onto the ball too long, awarding Buffaloes a corner kick. The first half ended goalless, but Buffaloes came out for the second half with renewed attacking intent. Their breakthrough arrived in the 62nd minute when Bakata, who had been introduced as a substitute, capitalised on...