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Malawi vs Zambia Women Predictions - Zambia to beat Malawi in crunch match in Group C

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  • Zambia boast a solid record against Malawi in last 4 meetings. 
  • Malawi lead Group C but are prone to conceding goals. 
  • Zambia are predicted to win, with both teams to score (BTTS).
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Zambia have had success against malawi in recent clashes (Getty Images)

Malawi vs Zambia Women Predictions


Malawi are first in Group C after back-to-back victories, but have only one win against Zambia in their last four meetings. Zambia dropped crucial points in their last match but started their WAFCON campaign in fine style. Zambia are predicted to win with BTTS. 

  • Malawi have won 2 of their last 5 fixtures.
  • Malawi have scored 7 goals in 5 matches.
  • Malawi have conceded 9 goals in 5 games.
  • Zambia have won 2 of their last 5 fixtures.
  • Zambia have scored 10 goals in 5 matches.
  • Zambia have conceded 3 goals in 5 games.

Head to Head


Malawi and Zambia have each won four matches apiece, with two draws in ten meetings. 

Malawi and Zambia faced each other three times in 2025. Malawi lost 2-0, won 3-2, and drew 1-1. 

Malawi Women Form


Malawi had no trouble in their second WAFCON Group C match against Egypt last weekend, cruising to a comfortable 3-1 victory.

The Scorchers had 58% possession and 22 shots in the match, with ten attempts on target. 

Earlier in their campaign, Malawi took on pre-tournament favourites Nigeria, coming out on top by three goals to two. 

Malawi are first in the Group C table with six points after two rounds. 

The Scorchers have won two of their last five fixtures, along with two defeats and one draw. They scored seven goals and conceded nine.

Malawi have found form at this tournament after a run of lacklustre results, but face a tough assignment against Zambia, as their opponents crushed Egypt 6-0 earlier in their campaign. 

Zambia Women Form


Zambia dropped vital points in their bid to reach the knockout rounds of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations last weekend, losing 1-0 to Nigeria. 

The Copper Queens had 51% possession and eight shots in the game, with two attempts on target. 

Before that result, Zambia had a superb start to the tournament, thumping Egypt by six goals to nil. 

Zambia are third in the Group C standings with three points after two matches.

The Copper Queens have won two of their last five fixtures, with two defeats and one draw. They scored ten goals and conceded three.

Zambia will be disappointed to have lost their previous match, but will have the belief they can come out on top in their final Group C game against Malawi, as they have a solid record against their opponents in their last four meetings, with two wins, one draw and one defeat. 

Team News 


Malawi

Rose Kadzere scored the opening goal against Egypt, securing her first goal at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. 

Faith Chimzimu was also on the scoresheet, registering her first goal of the tournament.

Temwa Chawinga grabbed the third goal of the match, taking her tally to an impressive four goals at this edition of WAFCON. 

Rose Alufandika received a red card against Egypt and will serve a suspension. 

Goalkeepers: Mercy Sikelo, Esther Maulidi, Yamikani Kawonga
Defenders: Ireen Khumalo, Rose Alufandika, Olivia Phikani, Tionge Phiri, Benadetta Mkandawire, Chimwemwe Madise, Maggie Chavula
Midfielders: Rose Kadzere, Sara Mlimbika, Madyina Nguluwe, Letticia Chinyamula, Faith Chimzimu, Chikondi Gondwe
Forwards: Vanessa Chikupila, Vitumbiko Mkandawire, Deborah Henry, Asimenye Simwaka, Sabinah Thom, Tabitha Chawinga, Temwa Chawinga

Zambia

Barbra Banda scored four goals for Zambia at the start of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. 

Rachael Nachula and Eneless Phiri have contributed one goal each so far. 

Goalkeepers: Chishala Mfunte, Catherine Musonda, Hazel Nali
Defenders: Margaret Belemu, Margaret Gondwe, Rachael Nachula, Blessing Maluba, Siomala Mapepa, Saliya Mwanza, Lushomo Mweemba, Martha Tembo
Midfielders: Susan Banda, Grace Chanda, Hellen Chanda, Rhodah Chileshe, Avell Chitundu, Evarine Katongo, Ireen Lungu
Forwards: Barbra Banda, Prisca Chilufya, Mercy Chipasula, Eneless Phiri, Rachael Kundananji, Fridah Mukoma, Kabange Mupopo, Ochuma Oseke

Verdict


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