Malawi

The Malawi national football team, also known as the Flames, represents Malawi in association football. It is controlled by the Football Association of Malawi (FAM). Before 1966, it was known as the Nyasaland national football team. Here are some key details about the Flames:

• FIFA Ranking (as of December 2021): 129.
• Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Appearances: They have qualified for three AFCON tournaments—in 1984, 2010, and 2021.
• CECAFA Cup Victories: Malawi won the CECAFA Cup in 1978, 1979, and 1988.
• Recent Achievement: Fourth place in the 2024 Four Nations Football Tournament.