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October 29 2026, Ampem Darkoa Ladies booked their place in Group B of the CAF Women’s Champions League after securing a dramatic 3-2 victory over Nigeria’s Edo Queens following extra time.
The hard-fought result ended Edo Queens’ hopes of progressing and handed the Ghanaian side a valuable opportunity to compete against some of the continent’s leading women’s clubs.
With both teams battling for a place in the competition’s group stage, the encounter delivered the kind of tension expected from a high-stakes continental fixture. Neither side managed to settle the contest within regulation time, forcing the match into extra time, where Ampem Darkoa eventually found the decisive advantage.
For Ampem Darkoa, the victory represents a significant achievement and a chance to strengthen their reputation on the African stage. The Ghanaian champions will now turn their attention to the challenges awaiting them in Group B.
Their opponents include Morocco’s AS FAR, Uganda’s Kawempe Muslim Ladies and Mali’s USFAS Bamako, setting up a competitive group featuring clubs from different corners of the continent.
AS FAR, in particular, will provide a formidable test, given the Moroccan side’s established presence in African women’s football. Kawempe Muslim Ladies and USFAS Bamako will also be eager to make their mark, leaving Ampem Darkoa with little room for complacency.
For Edo Queens, the defeat will be a painful setback after coming close to securing qualification. The Nigerian side will have to reflect on the decisive moments that allowed their opponents to emerge victorious after extra time.
The result also highlights the increasingly competitive nature of women’s club football in Africa, where qualification often hinges on fine margins, endurance and the ability to deliver under pressure.
As Ampem Darkoa prepare for the group stage, their dramatic win offers a timely boost in confidence. However, the real test now begins, with three challenging opponents standing between the Ghanaian side and a deeper run in the CAF Women’s Champions League.
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