Nigeria starting XI:
- GK: Chiamaka Nnadozie
- Defenders: Osinachi Ohale, Tosin Demehin, Michelle Alozie, Shukurat Oladipo
- Midfielders: Jennifer Echegini, Halimatu Ayinde, Folashade Ijamilusi
- Forwards: Rasheedat Ajibade (captain), Esther Okoronkwo, Chinwendu Ihezuo
Malawi starting XI:
- GK: M. Sikelo
- Defenders: Madise, Kadzere, L. Chinyamula, B. Mkandawire
- Midfielders: Madyina, Chimzimu, Khumalo, R. Alufandika
- Forwards: Temwa, Tabitha Chawinga (captain)
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade leads a strong Super Falcons side featuring experienced campaigners and key attacking threats as Nigeria begin their title defence. Malawi, making their WAFCON debut, will look to their captain Tabitha Chawinga for inspiration.
Kick-off is set for 9:00pm WAT.