The upcoming COSAFA Cup clash between Malawi and Angola takes place on 10 June 2025. Kick-off is scheduled for 18:00 CEST in Italy, Germany, France and Spain, and 17:00 BST in the UK. This Group B fixture at the Seisa Ramabodu Stadium promises to be crucial as both sides look to climb the standings.
With Angola entering as the reigning champions and Malawi desperate for a response after their opening-round setback, the tension is high. Fans can expect a competitive encounter as each nation chases vital points in the early stages of the tournament.
How are both teams coming into this?
Angola kicked off their title defence with a somewhat disappointing 0-0 draw against Namibia. While they managed to avoid defeat, the reigning champions will be keen to find their attacking spark and assert their dominance in this fixture. Their discipline at the back has been solid, but a sharper final third could make all the difference.
Malawi, on the other hand, suffered a narrow defeat to Lesotho in their opener and currently sit at the bottom of Group B. Confidence levels will be low after that loss, yet the team has shown resilience in past tournaments. A strong performance here could reignite their campaign and boost morale ahead of the remaining group matches.
Our forecast
Given Angola’s status and recent defensive solidity, they start as favorites to take all three points. Expect them to control possession and create several chances, especially if they improve their finishing. A clean sheet is not beyond them considering their disciplined backline.
That said, Malawi will not go down without a fight. They may sit deeper and look to hit on the counter, making this a potentially tight contest. Our prediction is a narrow Angola victory—but don’t rule out a low-scoring draw if Malawi can frustrate the champions.
