The Malawi national football team, widely known as The Flames, represents Malawi in international competitions and has been part of African football history for several decades. The team traces its roots back to the early 1960s, shortly before the country gained independence from Britain, when Malawi competed internationally under the name Nyasaland. After independence in 1964, the squad adopted its current identity and gradually became a recognizable participant in regional African tournaments. Malawi has qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations several times and has also enjoyed success in regional competitions such as the CECAFA Cup. Throughout its history, the team has produced notable players and memorable moments, including surprising performances against stronger continental opponents. Home matches often attract passionate support, reflecting the strong football culture that exists across the country. Fans and analysts frequently follow statistics, squad selections, and recent results to understand how Malawi performs in different competitions and to track the team’s development within African football.
Football followers also enjoy predicting match outcomes, which is why sports betting has become closely connected with international football coverage. Bookmakers provide different markets for national team games, allowing users to place bets on match results, goals, and other performance indicators. Before making a wager, many bettors review team statistics, analyze form, and compare odds offered by different platforms to find the most favorable conditions. Those looking for reliable platforms often explore guides such as the top 10 betting sites in Malawi in October 2026, where various bookmakers are compared based on features, betting options, and usability for local players.
Scores24 provides all the essential information about the team: results of past matches, upcoming match schedule, key statistics, player details, and much more.
Current Tournaments
As of today, Malawi is participating in the following tournaments: Cup of Nations, Qualification; Int. Friendly Games.
Previous Match
The last match took place on 25 September 2026 against South Sudan as part of the Cup of Nations, Qualification tournament. The match Malawi - South Sudan ended with a score of 2:1.
On Scores24, you can always find the team's recent match history (statistics, results), both in a specific tournament and overall. Our infographics will help you understand how the team performs over a certain period, how many goals they score and concede, and much more.
Upcoming Match
Malawi will play their next match away against Angola as part of the Cup of Nations, Qualification tournament. The game Angola - Malawi will take place on 06 October 2026.
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Statistics for the last 10 matches
During this period, the team has won 4, drawn 2, and lost 4. Goal statistics: goals scored – 10; goals conceded – 9; average goals scored – 1; average goals conceded – 0.9. Average at home: scored – 1.33, conceded – 0.83; away: 0.5 scored and 1 conceded, respectively.