WIRE — By Llywellenie Mpasa: The Malawi National Netball Team, the Queens, endured another difficult outing at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games after suffering a 73-38 defeat to England's Roses in their third group match at the OVO Hydro Monday. Coach Deborah Fuller retained the same starting seven that inspired Malawi to a commanding 64-48 victory over Northern Ireland on Sunday, hoping to build on the team's improved performance. However, England proved too strong, living up to their higher world ranking by dominating the contest from start to finish. The Roses raced to an 18-9 lead in the opening quarter before extending their advantage to 37-23 at half-time after winning the second quarter 19-14. England maintained the pressure after the break, taking the third quarter 18-10 before comfortably closing out the match. England's defence restricted Malawi's attacking opportunities, with the Queens making only 45 goal attempts and converting their lowest score of the tournament. 38 of them to register Queens captain Takondwa Lwazi said England executed their game plan effectively and capitalised on Malawi's weaknesses. "England came hard at us and the game did not go as we expected. They studied our style of play very well and punished us. We have to learn from our mistakes, remain united as a team and prepare well for our next match," she said. The defeat leaves Malawi with one win and two losses in the competition. The Queens opened their campaign with a 65-44 defeat to South Africa before bouncing back with a 64-48 victory over Northern Ireland. Malawi will face defending champions Australia today in another stern test.
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