Malawi name 24-man squad for crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations ties against Egypt

Malawi head coach Kalisto Pasuwa has announced a 24-player squad for the Flames’ crucial two-match encounter with Egypt in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.

The selected group will face the Pharaohs in a fixture regarded as a key test in Malawi’s bid to progress in the competition. Supporters and the coaching staff will be hoping the squad can deliver strong performances across the two matches.

Pasuwa’s squad includes three goalkeepers, seven defenders, seven midfielders and seven forwards.

Goalkeepers: Innocent Nyasulu, George Chikooka, Precious Masamba

Defenders: Washali Jaziya, Gomezgani Chirwa, McDonald Rameck, Emmanuel Nyirenda, Charles Petro, Blessings Mpokera, Nickson Nyasulu

Midfielders: Yankho Singo, Chikumbutso Salima, Lloyd Njaliwa, Festus Duwe, Mwisho Mhango, Patrick Mwaungulu, Francisco Madinga

Forwards: Babatunde Adepoju, Ephraim Kondowe, Richard Mbulu, Adiel Kaduya, Gaddie Chirwa, Lanjesi Nkhoma, Wisedinho Mpinganjira