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CAF CL: Ampem Darkoa edge Edo Queens 3-2 on aggregate

CAF CL: Ampem Darkoa edge Edo Queens 3-2 on aggregate
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Ghanaian side Ampem Darkoa Ladies secured qualification for the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League after defeating Nigeria’s Edo Queens. The victory was achieved through a 1-0 win in extra time, resulting in a 3-2 aggregate score.
Context & Background
  • ✦The match served as a WAFU-B playoff to determine the regional representative for the continental tournament.
  • ✦The loss eliminates Edo Queens from contention for the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League.
Key Figures & Named Entities
Ampem Darkoa Ladies:The Ghanaian champions who secured the winning goal via a corner kick.Edo Queens:The Nigerian side that failed to equalize during extra time, ending their continental bid.
Outlook & Next Steps
Ampem Darkoa Ladies will proceed to the group stage of the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League, which begins on November 1 in Egypt.
Key Takeaways
AI Summary
  • ✦Ampem Darkoa Ladies defeated Edo Queens 1-0 in extra time to secure a 3-2 aggregate victory.
  • ✦The decisive match took place at the Canal Old Stadium in Cairo, Egypt, during the WAFU-B playoff.
  • ✦Ampem Darkoa qualified for the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League and will compete in Group B.
Key Facts:Thursday: The match was decided by a goal scored two minutes into the first half of extra time.November 1: The 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League is scheduled to commence in Egypt.
Editorial Excerpt

Ghana's Ampem Darkoa Ladies have defeated Nigeria’s Edo Queens 1-0 after extra time to win 3-2 on aggregate and qualify for the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions

Frequently Asked Questions About This Story

What was the aggregate score between Ampem Darkoa and Edo Queens?

The aggregate score was 3-2 in favor of Ampem Darkoa Ladies.

Which teams will Ampem Darkoa face in Group B of the CAF Women’s Champions League?

They will compete against Morocco’s AS FAR, Uganda’s Kawempe Muslim Ladies, and Mali’s USFAS Bamako.

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