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Malawi’s women\u2019s football team has achieved a remarkable milestone by qualifying for the 2027 Women’s World Cup. This success highlights the growing investment in African football during Gianni Infantino’s term as FIFA president, according to Fleetwood Haiya, the president of the Malawi Football Association.<\/p>\n
In an interview with Reuters, Haiya pointed out that the advancements in football under Infantino\u2019s leadership have played a crucial role in their success at the ongoing Women\u2019s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Malawi\u2019s impressive run to the semi-finals not only made headlines but also secured their spot in next year\u2019s World Cup, a significant achievement for women\u2019s football in the country.<\/p>\n
Haiya expressed strong support for Infantino, saying, \u201cIf you look at what he\u2019s achieved for football development in Africa, I\u2019d be surprised if any African association did not support him.\u201d He believes Infantino\u2019s focus on funding for less-developed football nations has been vital for Malawi\u2019s growth in the sport.<\/p>\n
The Malawi FA president also endorsed the decision to move away from Infantino\u2019s earlier controversial plan to raise funds through commercial rights sales for the World Cup. He emphasized that any future initiatives must guarantee substantial financial assistance for smaller football associations.<\/p>\n
Haiya stated, \u201cI still support Infantino. He is not about personal interests. I remain loyal to him.\u201d He mentioned that countries that truly believe in equal opportunity will also back Infantino, who has shown support for grassroots and women\u2019s football.<\/p>\n
With Malawi qualifying for the World Cup for the first time, Haiya believes such support is essential. \u201cWhat more can you ask for than a president who listens and believes in your vision?\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Infantino’s initial proposal included substantial funding for member associations, which could be a game-changer for Malawi\u2019s football landscape. \u201cAn additional $40 million would greatly impact our system,\u201d Haiya commented. He highlighted the country\u2019s struggles with infrastructure, stating, \u201cWe have the talent, but we lack resources.\u201d<\/p>\n
Haiya also expressed openness to a potential challenger for Infantino in the upcoming FIFA presidential election but is skeptical about finding a suitable candidate who can adequately support nations like Malawi. \u201cAnyone wanting to oppose Infantino should show us their plans for Malawi,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
In conclusion, as Malawi celebrates its World Cup qualification, it stands alongside other nations expressing support for Infantino’s leadership, including Argentina. The future looks promising for women\u2019s football in Malawi, and with the right resources, the potential for success is limitless.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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