Four FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women players have been named in Malawi’s provisional squad for the upcoming 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Qualifiers against Angola, reinforcing the Maule Ladies’ growing impact on the national stage.
The quartet of Thokozani Mwase, Bernadetta Mkandawire, Sharon Dzimau and captain Zainab Kapanda earned the nod after consistent performances in the ongoing NBM Women’s Premiership.
Malawi will play the first leg away on Thursday, 23rd October, before hosting the return fixture on Tuesday, 28th October at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe.
Qualification would mark Malawi’s first-ever appearance at the continental showpiece — a historic milestone for the women’s game in the country.
The selection further highlights Bullets Women’s growing influence on the national setup, with the club continuing to produce top-level talent under Head Coach Maggie Chombo, who also leads the Malawi U20 Women’s National Team.
The provisional list blends local talent with international experience, featuring global stars Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga, Montpellier’s Rose Kabzere, and former Bullets Women midfielder Vanessa Chikupira, now playing for BIIK Kazygurt in Kazakhstan.
Malawi Provisional Squad for Angola Ties
Goalkeepers
Mercy Sikelo (Kukoma Ntopwa Women), Yamikani Kaonga (MDF Lioness), Thokozani Mwase (FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women), Ireen Sibande (Silver Strikers Ladies).
Defenders
Chimwemwe Madise (TP Mazembe); Bernadetta Mkandawire (FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women); Ireen Khumalo and Justina Jombo (Silver Strikers Ladies); Rose Alufandika and Olivia Phikani (Kukoma Ntopwa Queens); Maggie Chavula and Maureen Kenneth (Ascent Academy); Doreen Dickson (MDF Lioness); Shilla Mangani (Mighty Wanderers Queens).
Midfielders
Rose Kabzere (Montpellier), Vanessa Chikupira (BIIK Kazygurt – Kazakhstan), Faith Chimzimu (BK Hacken); Letticia Chinyamula and Victoria Mkwala (Ascent Academy); Zainab Kapanda and Sharon Dzimau (FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women); Funny Magombo and Sarah Mulimbika (Kukoma Ntopwa Queens); Funny Moyo (Mighty Wanderers Queens); Tendai Sani (ZISD).
Forwards
Tabitha Chawinga (Olympique Lyonnais Féminin), Temwa Chawinga (Kansas City Current), Sabina Thom, Asimenye Simwaka and Catherine Kachala (MDF Lioness); Chisomo Banda (Konkola Blades Queens); Fatima Lali (Ascent Soccer Academy); Deborah Henry (Silver Strikers Ladies).
Next Fixture
Bullets Women return to league action on Wednesday afternoon, facing Silver Strikers Ladies in the NBM Women’s Premiership at Mpira Stadium, before players depart for national team camp.
As preparations for national duty intensify, the Maule faithful will be proud to see four of their own don the Malawi colours in pursuit of WAFCON history.
