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Malawi’s World Cup architect Lovemore Fazili stripped of 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup coaching role over licence failure
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Malawi’s World Cup architect Lovemore Fazili stripped of 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup coaching role over licence failure

Lovemore Fazili, the mastermind behind Malawi’s groundbreaking 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification, has been disqualified from leading the national team at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup after failing to secure a CAF A coaching licence. The decision, confirmed by Football Association of Malawi president Fleetwood Haiya, threatens to derail the nation’s footballing ambitions just as they prepare for their first-ever global stage.

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