Malawi's football chief accepted blame for the national team's weak showing at a recent tournament. Fleetwood Haiya spoke to delegates at the Football Association meeting held in Salima district. He said fans have good reason to feel let down after the poor results. The team struggled during the COSAFA Cup matches against other African nations. Haiya asked supporters to stay patient as coaches work toward future goals.
The football leader explained that coaches used the tournament to find new players from local clubs. Many experienced players who live overseas did not join the squad for these games. Haiya believes this approach will help prepare the team for important matches ahead. The national squad aims to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations tournament. He said the team has built a solid base despite scoring few goals.
Major banks have agreed to sponsor Malawi football with large financial commitments. Both NBS Bank and National Bank will each provide one billion kwacha to support the sport. The association has started new programs to train young players at special academies. Workers have begun building sports facilities across the country for community use. Female players will receive the same payment as male athletes under new rules.
Government officials approved 1.5 billion kwacha to help develop football programs nationwide. Haiya said the association needs even more money to reach all planned objectives. Leaders have created a ten-year plan to improve how the organization operates. The strategy focuses on training young athletes and making football programs last for many years. Haiya called on all citizens to support efforts to make Malawi football stronger.
The football leader explained that coaches used the tournament to find new players from local clubs. Many experienced players who live overseas did not join the squad for these games. Haiya believes this approach will help prepare the team for important matches ahead. The national squad aims to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations tournament. He said the team has built a solid base despite scoring few goals.
Major banks have agreed to sponsor Malawi football with large financial commitments. Both NBS Bank and National Bank will each provide one billion kwacha to support the sport. The association has started new programs to train young players at special academies. Workers have begun building sports facilities across the country for community use. Female players will receive the same payment as male athletes under new rules.
Government officials approved 1.5 billion kwacha to help develop football programs nationwide. Haiya said the association needs even more money to reach all planned objectives. Leaders have created a ten-year plan to improve how the organization operates. The strategy focuses on training young athletes and making football programs last for many years. Haiya called on all citizens to support efforts to make Malawi football stronger.
