Malawi Shock Ghana to Reach WAFCON Semi-Finals, Secure 2027 World Cup Spot
Malawi’s Scorchers have reached the semi-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after producing a remarkable 2-1 comeback victory over Ghana.
The result marks a historic achievement for Malawi, who are making their first appearance at the continental women’s football championship.
Ghana took an early lead in the seventh minute when forward Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah found the net, putting the Black Queens in front.
Malawi responded almost immediately, with Temwa Chawinga equalising five minutes later to bring the score level.
Neither side could find another goal before the break as the teams headed into half-time at 1-1.
The Scorchers returned strongly after the interval and continued to put pressure on Ghana’s defence.
Their persistence paid off in the 79t...