By Shaffie A Mtambo
The Malawi National Schools Girls’ Team is gearing up for the CAF African Schools Championship Continental Finals, scheduled to take place from April 23rd to 26th in Accra, Ghana.
The team qualified for the continental showpiece after finishing as runners-up at the COSAFA qualifiers held in Namibia last year.
Head Coach Bridget Chirwa has called up 25 players for the camp, which will be held at Luwinga Inclusive Academy in Mzuzu.
The team will begin their preparations on Saturday, April 12, 2025, and will work towards finalizing their squad for the championship.
The competition regulations this year dictate that matches will be played in an 11-a-side format on a full pitch with unlimited substitutions, two 20-minute halves, and a 10-minute halftime break.
This format is designed to ensure maximum participation and excitement in the tournament.
Coach Chirwa is expected to announce the final squad of 20 players on Friday, April 18, 2025, and the team will depart for Ghana the following day.
The draw for the finals will be conducted on Monday, April 21, in Ghana, and the team will be looking to make a strong impression in the tournament.
The Malawi National Schools Girls’ Team has a talented squad, with players from various schools across the country.
The team is looking to make a positive impact in the tournament and bring pride to Malawi.
Some of the notable players in the squad include Eunice Sintchaya and Bridget Katete from Ascent Academy, Khumbiso Gudugwe and Tamandani Chawinga from Wukani Private, and Thokozani Enock from Kakule Primary.
With their preparations underway, the Malawi National Schools Girls’ Team is ready to take on the best teams from across Africa and showcase their skills in the CAF African Schools Championship Continental Finals.
