FCB Nyasa Big Bullets' Yankho Singo and Chikumbutso Salima Shine in Malawi's FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Squad
Two rising stars from FCB Nyasa Big Bullets, Yankho Singo and Chikumbutso Salima, have once again made their mark on the Malawian football scene, earning national recognition as they were named in the squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Namibia and Liberia.
Malawi head coach Kalisto Pasuwa announced a 26-man squad for the crucial window, which marks the beginning of the team's journey towards the global football showpiece. The Flames will first face a tough away test against Namibia at Francistown Stadium in Botswana on September 5, before returning to home soil to welcome Liberia to the Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe on September 8.
The inclusion of Singo and Salima in the squad is a testament to their consistent performances for FCB Nyasa Big Bullets, as well as their potential to make a significant impact on the international stage. The duo follows in the footsteps of numerous Bullets' players who have previously represented Malawi at various international tournaments.
"Everyone at FCB Nyasa Big Bullets is proud of Yankho Singo and Chikumbutso Salima for this recognition. We congratulate our stars on their national call-ups and wish them and the Flames the very best as they fly the flag in these crucial World Cup qualifiers," said FCB Nyasa Big Bullets' team manager.
The squad includes eight defenders, ten midfielders, and eight forwards, with the Flames aiming to improve their position in the Group H standings. Currently in the fifth position with six points, Malawi is trailing Tunisia, who leads the group with 16 points after six games.
"These qualifiers are a significant step towards achieving our long-term goal of representing Malawi at the FIFA World Cup. We are confident that our team, with the contribution of talented players like Singo and Salima, will rise to the occasion and deliver the desired results," said Malawi Football Association (FAM) President Walter Nyamilandu.
As the Flames embark on their journey to qualify for the FIFA World Cup, the focus will be on their performances against Namibia and Liberia. With the influence of domestic clubs like FCB Nyasa Big Bullets at the international level, Malawi's football development is set to reach new heights.
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Summary: Malawi national football team, the Flames, has named a 26-man squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Namibia and Liberia. The squad includes two players from FCB Nyasa Big Bullets, Yankho Singo and Chikumbutso Salima. The team will first face Namibia away in Botswana on Friday, September 5, and then host Liberia at the Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe on Monday, September 8. The Flames have a strong squad with eight representatives from earlier assignments this year, and the Bullets' influence at international level remains strong through Singo and Salima.
