By Rahim Abdul
National Bank of Malawi (NBM), the official sponsors of the Malawi women’s national football team, the Scorchers, have called on the team to deliver exciting football and strong performances in their upcoming international friendlies against Lesotho this weekend.
The Scorchers will host Lesotho at Mpira Stadium in Blantyre on Friday and Sunday, with both matches kicking off at 3pm.
In a bid to draw more support, entry has been made free for all fans.
NBM’s product development and strategy manager, Ibrahim Chapeyama, said the bank, which committed K140 million to the team this year, wants Malawians to enjoy top-level women’s football and rally behind the Scorchers as they gear up for competitive assignments.
“We want these matches to be fun-filled and entertaining.Our message to the Scorchers is simple give your all and aim for emphatic wins so the fans can leave the stadium happy. As sponsors, our commitment to the team remains solid,” said Chapeyama.
The Scorchers last played at home in September 2023, when they hammered Seychelles by a combined 17–0 in back-to-back friendlies at the same venue.
Coach Lovemore Fazili is expected to use the Lesotho matches to fine-tune his squad ahead of their crucial 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) second-round qualifier against Angola in October.
The Lesotho friendlies are also seen as an opportunity for fringe players to impress and fight for places in the squad.
Football Association of Malawi (FAM) officials have urged supporters to come in large numbers to create a vibrant atmosphere and inspire the team.
