WAFCON Build-Up: Malawi Face Ghana, Tanzania In Pre-Tournament Test
Malawi Ramp Up Preparation for WAFCON 2026
AS the build-up to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations continues, Malawi’s women’s national team are intensifying preparations with a mini-tournament in Tanzania.
The initiative comes as the team, drawn in the same group as the Nigeria women’s national football team, Egypt, and Zambia, looks to sharpen its competitiveness ahead of the continental showpiece.
The tournament is expected to provide Malawi with valuable match practice against strong opposition before the main competition begins.
Friendly Fixtures Against Ghana and Tanzania
During the mini-tournament, Malawi will face Ghana and host nation Tanzania in a series of friendly matches designed to test squad readiness.
These fixtures will allow the team to assess tactical structure, improve cohesion, and identify key areas needing adjustment before WAFCON kicks off.
Coaches are expected to use the games to experiment with combinations and build confidence within the squad.
Building Momentum for a Tough Group Stage
Malawi’s preparation is particularly important given the strength of their WAFCON group, which includes reigning African heavyweights the Nigeria women’s national football team.
With Zambia and Egypt also in the mix, the group is widely considered one of the most competitive in the tournament.
The mini-tournament is therefore seen as a crucial step in helping Malawi close the gap and approach the competition with greater belief.
