The Mukuru 4 Nations Match reached its semi-final conclusion on Saturday as Malawi fell 9–8 on penalties to Zambia after a goalless draw on the Obed Itani Chilume Stadium.

Regardless of a disciplined defensive show towards an aggressive Zambian facet, missed spot-kicks from Knowledge Mpinganjira and Ephraim Kondowe ended the Flames’ hopes for a closing berth.

Head coach Kalisto Pasuwa famous the tactical depth of the match, praising the combination of debutant Mwisho Mhango (Hannover 96).

Malawi now shifts focus to the third-place playoff towards hosts Botswana on Tuesday, March 31, whereas Zambia advances to face Zimbabwe within the closing.