The journey to the 2026 World Cup commences as Liberia and Malawi face off at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Complex in Group H on Friday. Both teams aim to rebound from a lackluster 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
Liberia concluded their AFCON qualifiers on October 17 with a 3-0 loss to Morocco. Ansumana Keita’s team, having lost four consecutive games, returns home, where they have struggled recently, winning only one of their last five matches.
Malawi, concluding their AFCON qualifiers with a 2-2 draw against Guinea, finished third in Group D. The Flames aim to end a winless streak, including a COSAFA Cup penalty shootout defeat. They face a Liberia side unbeaten in their last three encounters.
Liberia’s 23-man squad includes Jamal, Sangare, Dweh, and Pabai in defense, with Wynney in goal. Jebor leads the attack, supported by Dorley and Kenneh in midfield.
Malawi’s squad features Chaziya, Madinga, and Kumwembe. Mhango returns, joined by Banda and Munthali. Siazi, involved in both goals against Guinea, is likely to retain his place alongside Nkhoma and Kanjira in the attacking third.
