Ampem Darkoa Ladies qualify for CAF Women's Champions League after replay win over Edo Queens
Ampem Darkoa Ladies defeated Edo Queens in a replay of their WAFU B qualifier final, securing qualification for the 2026 CAF Women's Champions League.
In Brief
- •Ampem Darkoa Ladies defeated Edo Queens in a replay of their WAFU B qualifier final, securing qualification for the 2026 CAF Women's Champions League.
- •The original final in Burkina Faso ended 2-2 after extra time, with Edo Queens winning the penalty shootout.
- •CAF annulled the penalty shootout result and ordered a replay with extra time, which Ampem Darkoa Ladies won 3-2.
- •Ampem Darkoa Ladies will join AS FAR of Morocco, Kawempe Muslim Ladies of Uganda, and USFAS Bamako of Mali in the tournament.
- •The tournament is scheduled to begin on November 1, 2026, in Egypt.
Why It Matters
The qualification of Ampem Darkoa Ladies for the CAF Women's Champions League highlights the growing prominence of Ghanaian women's football. This achievement not only showcases the team's skill and determination but also underscores the development of women's football in Ghana and across Africa. The tournament will provide a platform for these teams to compete at an international level, potentially attracting more attention and investment to women's football in the region.
Key Details
- Final Score
- 3-2
- Tournament Start Date
- November 1, 2026
- Location
- Egypt
- Opponents
- AS FAR (Morocco), Kawempe Muslim Ladies (Uganda), USFAS Bamako (Mali)
Context & Background
Ampem Darkoa Ladies are the champions of the Ghana Women's Premier League and have previously participated in the CAF Women's Champions League. The WAFU B Women's Club Championship is a qualifying tournament for the CAF Women's Champions League.
What To Watch
November 1, 2026, when the CAF Women's Champions League tournament begins in Egypt.
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