By Killion Mseteka
The Flames are seeking victory against Egypt in their 2026 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match in Cairo on Friday.
Head coach Kalisto Pasuwa says his players are ready for the encounter after completing their preparations in the Egyptian capital.
Pasuwa expressed satisfaction with the intensity and commitment shown by the squad during training.
He has urged the players to make a strong start and maintain concentration, drawing lessons from their previous encounter against Angola, when a slow start affected their performance.
Despite expecting a challenging atmosphere in Cairo, Pasuwa believes the Flames can handle the pressure by remaining focused on the game.
He has also played down Egypt’s recent coaching change, saying his preparations remain focused on the players rather than changes to the opposition’s technical panel.
Meanwhile, 23 of the 24 players called up are in camp, with United States-based Adiel Kaduya yet to join the squad.
Malawi will face Egypt on Friday, 13 November, before hosting the return fixture at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe on 17 November.