Angola - Malawi
Angola and Malawi chase crucial qualification points
Momentum is the primary currency in the early stages of the Africa Cup of Nations qualification group stage. Angola host Malawi on 6 October 2026 for matchday 2, looking to build on a disciplined defensive display in their opening fixture. Having held Egypt to a goalless draw on 25 September 2026, Angola demonstrated a resilience that will be tested once more against a side coming off a positive result.
Malawi arrive with confidence after securing a 2-1 victory over South Sudan on 25 September 2026. Their recent history against Angola is varied, featuring a 3-0 friendly win in June 2016 and a stalemate at the 2018 COSAFA Cup. As both teams navigate the competitive landscape of Group B, this encounter serves as a pivotal test of their respective ambitions to secure a place in the tournament finals.