Malawi National Football Team striker Frank Gabadinho Mhango has stated he is able to begin a brand new chapter in his Flames profession.

This comes after Flames interim Coach Kalisto Pasuwa included the South Africa-based striker in his 25-member squad forward of two dead-rubber Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifiers in opposition to Burundi and Burkina Faso subsequent week.

Mhango returns to the Flames fold after immediate-past Flames coach Patrick Mabedi discarded him from his undertaking, a choice that backfired.

However, Mabedi had always dismissed talk that there was bad blood between the pair.

The Marumo Gallents skilled striker final performed for the Flames through the 2024 Four Nations Tournament held in March at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe.

Mhango advised Times Sport from his South Africa base that he was wanting to characterize his nation.

“It is always good to play for my country. I am ready to represent Malawi and promise to give my best all the time,” Mhango stated.

Pasuwa has additionally recalled Romania-based defender-cum midfielder Charles Petro, who final performed for the group within the 4-0 loss to Egypt in 2023.

Petro was not available for his remark Wednesday. However, Pasuwa has gamers who performed in opposition to Senegal final month. maintained the majority of

Mozambique-based captain John Banda, Richard Mbulu and Lloyd Njaliwa are additionally within the squad.

Mbulu withdrew from the squad attributable to harm and was changed by Isaac Kaliati.

Notable exclusions from the squad are defender Lawrence Chaziya, Stanley Sanudi, Chimwemwe Idana and Yamikani Chester.

But FCB Nyasa Big Bullets goalkeeper Richard Chimbamba, defenders Alick Lungu, Nickson Nyasulu and midfielder Yankho Singo have been included within the squad.

Silver Strikers winger Zebron Kalima has additionally returned to the Flames fold.

Football Association of Malawi (Fam) Competitions and Communications Director Gomezgani Zakazaka stated the Flames have been anticipated to regroup subsequent week.

“Other details will be released in due course,” he stated.

Meanwhile, sports activities analyst Parry Chinyama has stated Pasuwa has chosen a great squad.

“Gaba and Petro will add experience to the squad,” Chinyama stated.

Pasuwa was appointed Flames interim Coach final week alongside Peter Mponda and Pritchard Mwansa, who’s first and second assistant coach, respectively.

Meanwhile, James Chilapondwa has been maintained as group supervisor whereas Levison Mwale is the group physician. Physiotherapist is Dexter Killi whereas Peter Mgangira has been maintained as health coach.

Simplex Nthala and Taonga Chimodzi have been appointed goalkeeper coach and video analyst, respectively.

The Flames are anticipated to face Burundi in Ivory Coast on November 15 earlier than internet hosting Burkina Faso 4 days later. Malawi anchor Group L with out a level after registering 4 losses within the Afcon qualifiers.