Embattled FIFA president Gianni Infantino watched outsiders Malawi lose 2-1 to Zambia in Rabat on Wednesday, but still secure a Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) quarter-finals place.

Infantino will learn whether his time is up at the FIFA presidential election in Rabat next March, for which nominations close on November 18.

Five influential African football leaders back Gianni Infantino amid World Cup private investment row.