Malawi have announced a 29-player squad ahead of their decisive final qualifying round tie against Nigeria’s Falconets in the race for a place at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.
The squad, released by head coach Maggie Chombo, features a strong core of players who impressed in the previous round. A total of 21 players have been retained from the team that secured victory over Guinea-Bissau in the third qualifying stage, highlighting continuity and confidence in the squad’s depth.
Despite naming a provisional list of 29 players, Chombo is expected to trim down the squad before the highly anticipated encounter with Nigeria next month, as preparations intensify for one of the biggest fixtures in Malawi’s recent women’s football history.
The first leg of the tie will take place in Nigeria on May 2, where Malawi will be aiming to secure a favourable result away from home. The return leg is scheduled for May 9 at the Bingu National Stadium, where the Malawians will hope to capitalize on home advantage.
At stake is a coveted spot at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2026, set to be held in Poland from August 27 to September 26, 2026.
The two-legged encounter promises to be fiercely contested, with the Falconets boasting a rich pedigree at youth level, while Malawi will be eager to make history by securing qualification for the global tournament.
With both teams preparing for a high-stakes showdown, the battle for a place on the world stage is set to deliver intense competition across both legs.
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