BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has announced the appointment of French football expert Yvon Avry as its new Technical Director, filling the position left vacant after the departure of Benjamin Kumwenda earlier this year.
Avry’s appointment follows a highly competitive recruitment process that attracted 17 applicants from across the globe.
After an initial shortlisting and interviews conducted on 23rd September 2025, a panel comprising representatives from FAM’s Technical, Administrative and Human Resources departments selected Avry as the top candidate based on his exceptional qualifications, international exposure and a clear technical vision aligned with FAM’s developmental goals.
A seasoned football technician, Avry holds a UEFA A Diploma from the French Football Federation (FFF) and brings vast experience in football development and administration.
His impressive résumé includes serving as Technical Advisor for the Fédération Malagasy the Football (FMF) and as Technical Director for Fosa Juniors FC in Majunga, Madagascar.
Before his stint in Madagascar, Avry was Technical Director for the National Football Association of Brunei Darussalam (NFABD) between July 2017 and July 2018, where he played a key role in establishing youth development structures and implementing coaching education programs.
Between 2007 and 2021, Avry also worked with FIFA as a Technical Consultant and Instructor, contributing to several global football development initiatives an experience that is expected to bring a strong international perspective to Malawi’s football structures.
According to FAM, Avry is set to officially assume office on 3rd November 2025, where he will be responsible for overseeing all technical and development programs under the association’s “Transforming the Game” Strategic Plan.
His primary tasks will include enhancing coach education, strengthening youth football systems and improving talent identification and development across the country.
FAM expressed confidence that Avry’s appointment will help elevate the technical standards of the game in Malawi, fostering a more structured and sustainable football development pathway from grassroots to elite level.
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