File: Malawi and Nigerian players during the WAFCON group opener
Malawi captain Tabitha Chawinga has declared that the Scorchers are ready to make the most of their historic debut at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after their stunning 3-2 victory over defending champions Nigeria in Rabat, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.
Chawinga, who scored one of Malawi’s goals in the famous victory, revealed that she and her younger sister, Temwa, had been waiting for their opportunity to shine on the continental stage.
“It was amazing; my sister and I spoke with each other and we thought, ‘This is our time,’” the older Chawinga said after the match on Tuesday.
She also credited their teammates for playing their part in securing one of the biggest upsets in WAFCON history.
