Malawi names 32‑player squad for WAFCON 2026, camp opens in Blantyre
Malawi head coach Lovemore Fazili named a 32‑player provisional squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, announcing that the team will begin camp at Mpira Village in Blantyre on Sunday (June 29, 2026). The squad retains the core players who have represented the Scorchers throughout the year.
This marks Malawi’s first ever appearance at the WAFCON tournament, to be held in Morocco. Drawn in Group C alongside defending champions Nigeria, Zambia and Egypt, Malawi will open their campaign against the Super Falcons on Monday, July 28 at Al Madina Stadium in Rabat. The announcement gives Malawian fans a clear view of the team preparing for a historic debut.
Fans planning to follow Malawi’s journey can note the opening camp date (June 29) and the opening match date (July 28) at Al Madina Stadium in Rabat. Those interested in supporting the team can watch for upcoming friendly fixtures or qualification updates as the Scorchers finalize their final squad before the tournament. Will Malawi’s debut squad be able to upset the Super Falcons in their opener, or will the defending champions advance smoothly?