Two Zambian-based players named in Malawi COSAFA squad

Malawi National Football team caretaker Coach Patrick Mabedi sharing a light momemt with his players. (Picture via FB/Football Association of Malawi)

Malawi National Team caretaker Coach Patrick Mabedi has named two Zambian-based players in his final 25-member squad for the 2023 Cosafa Cup.

The regional tournament is scheduled for Durban, South Africa from July 5 to July 16.

The two players in the squad dominated by local players are, Zanaco Football Club striker Chawanangwa Kaonga and Shamuel Academy striker Chifundo Mphasi.

Koanga made his return to the Flames squad during match day 5 of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, following his impressive exploits for Zanaco FC in the Zambian Super League. He scored three goals for Bankers after signing for the Lusaka-based side in the January transfer window.

Shamuel Academy striker Chifundo Mphasi.

Kaonga played the friendly match against Mozambique that ended in a 1-all draw. He was also in the squad for the AFCON qualifier against Ethiopia as the two sides drew 0-0.

The squad comprises some of the notable names in the Flames set up including goalkeeper Brighton Munthali of Blue Eagles, Silver Strikers defender Nickson Mwase, defender Stanley Sanudi and striker Gaddie Chirwa both from Mighty Mukuru Wanderers.

The Flames are in Group B alongside Zambia, Comoros, and Seychelles. They will play their first match against Zambia on Thursday, July 6 before facing Seychelles on July 9. The Patrick Mabedi side will play their last group.

Lucky Chama July 5, 2023

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Lucky Chama is a Zambian sports writer with a bias towards football. He is also a radio and TV sports presenter. He also features on various TV and radio shows as a football analyst.