Football analysts have advised the Football Association of Malawi (FAM) to hire an experienced coach to replace Lovemore Fazili, according to Nyasa Times. The calls follow confirmation that Fazili lacks the required licence to manage the Scorchers at the 2027 Women's World Cup. Analysts, including Charles Nyirenda, emphasized the need for a tactical manager capable of handling top international players such as Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga.
In the FDH Bank Premiership, Standard Bank Blue Eagles forward Tonic Viyuyi has tied with FCB Nyasa Bullets striker Ephraim Kondowe in the race for the Golden Boot, Nyasa Times reports. Both players currently sit at the top of the league's scoring charts with 10 goals each.
Meanwhile, FAM has charged Silver Strikers Ladies following crowd trouble at a recent match, according to Nyasa Times. A supporter allegedly threw a water bottle at match officials after an NBM Women's Premiership game against Civil Service Women on October 17. The club faces disciplinary action for failing to control fan behaviour and maintain venue security.
In basketball, the Basketball Association of Malawi (BASMAL) has postponed the National Elite Eight stage of the Mo626 College Basketball Championship, Malawi24 reports. The association delayed the tournament to investigate player eligibility complaints from the regional qualifiers and to resolve scheduling conflicts with the tournament sponsor, National Bank of Malawi.