Malawi 1-0 Togo: Flames Take The Victory Thanks To Moses Chavula Free Kick

Before this game kicked off Malawi were on 6 points, while Togo were languishing near the bottom of Group K on 3 points.

As Botswana were running away with the top spot on 13 points, this fixture seemed more for pride than anything, and yet they can still make a run for the best second placed team qualification spot if they are able to beat Tunisia to that prize, the Carthage Eagles on 7 points at the moment.

Malawi were determined to win for their home fans, and they began well – scoring the first goal of the match day with a well placed 30-yard free kick from Moses Chavula.

Togo had a great chance to come back into the game when they were awarded a penalty, but Flames goalkeeper Simplex Nthala made a good save allowing the hosts to take a 1-0 lead into the break.

The second half play was slowed down considerably by torrential rain in Blantyre, and it made the going tough for both sides, as the ball was not easily controlled in the difficult conditions. After 90 minutes the game ended with the score at 1-0 for the home side, thanks to the first half strike from Chavula.

The result sees Malawi leapfrog Tunisia, who do not play this weekend, and find themselves on 9 points in the standings, four away from Botswana ahead of the Zebras’ clash with Chad. Togo remain near the bottom of the five-team group, with only 3 points to their credit.