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Malawi's Football Phenom: Temwa Chawinga's Rise
9 Dec
Summary
- Temwa Chawinga mirrors her sister's NWSL success, winning top scorer and MVP awards.
- Tabitha Chawinga guided her younger sister's career from Malawi to global stardom.
- Temwa overcame loneliness and doubt to become a world-leading goalscorer.
Kansas City Current's Temwa Chawinga is following in her elder sister Tabitha's footsteps, achieving consecutive NWSL top scorer and MVP titles. Tabitha, a former Golden Boot winner, has been a steadfast mentor, paving the way for Temwa's remarkable journey from Malawi to global football prominence. Their bond is central to Temwa's success, with Tabitha's guidance proving instrumental.
Temwa's career faced early challenges, including profound loneliness after Tabitha's move to China in 2018. This period tested her resolve, pushing her to consider returning home. However, with support from her club and family, she persevered, later reuniting with Tabitha in China before forging her own path to the NWSL.
Having established herself as a lethal striker, Temwa's ambition extends to leading Malawi in their Women's Africa Cup of Nations debut. She aims to make a significant impact, showcasing Malawi's burgeoning talent on the international stage, a testament to her own resilience and her sister's enduring influence.
