By Chisomo Phiri
In an effort to strengthen their partnership and support the welfare of former football players, the Football Legends Association (FLA) and the Football Association of Malawi (FAM) have formed a joint committee.
According to the FLA board chairperson, Jimu Kalua,the committee comprises six members—three representatives each from FLA and FAM.
He says the initiative aims to foster collaboration and reinforce the relationship between the two organizations while focusing on the well-being and needs of retired football players.
Kalua says the members of the newly formed committee include Christopher Madalitso Kuyera, Ronald Chiwaula, and Benjamin Kumwenda, alongside Young Chimodzi Jr., Anthony Nsendema, and Justin Saidi.
He has however, expressed optimism that the cooperation will bring significant improvements to the support systems available for former players and strengthen the overall football community in Malawi.