Malawi comfortably defeated Sao Tome and Principe 3-1 in their FIFA World Cup CAF qualification match on June 6, 2024. The Flames secured a convincing home victory to boost their goal difference and keep pace in the competitive group standings. Malawi started brightly and took an early lead, controlling the tempo of the game and creating numerous chances. They added a second goal before halftime to take a commanding lead into the break. Sao Tome and Principe showed spirit to pull a goal back in the second half, but Malawi quickly restored their two-goal cushion with a third to seal the match. The three-goal haul was important for Malawi's attacking confidence, while for Sao Tome and Principe, the defeat highlighted the defensive challenges they face at this level.