Edo Queens, Nigeria’s finest in women’s football, face a stern test after being drawn in what many have dubbed the “Group of Death” for the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League.

The group includes defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa, alongside Egypt’s Tutankhamun and Ethiopia’s CBE FC, in what promises to be a thrilling contest, Footballrover reports.

The draw, which was conducted in Cairo, Egypt, on Friday, sets the stage for a fiercely competitive tournament, with Edo Queens hoping to defy the odds.

The Nigerian Queens will kick off their campaign with a match against Ethiopia’s CBE FC on Saturday, November 10, in what will be a crucial opener for their group stage journey.

Following that, the Queens will face Egypt’s Tutankhamun just three days later, with both teams eager to gain an upper hand in this closely matched encounter.

To cap off their group-stage matches, Edo Queens will take on the reigning champions, Mamelodi Sundowns, on Thursday, November 16.

This fixture is expected to be the ultimate test of the Nigerian side’s resolve and ambition.

Edo Queens prepare for fierce CAF Women’s Champions League battles

The tournament, which will be hosted in Morocco from November 9 to November 23, 2024, also sees Group A packed with formidable teams, including hosts AS FAR of Morocco, TP Mazembe of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Aigles de la Medina from Senegal, and the University of the Western Cape from South Africa.

Challenge Accepted! We know our path, and now it's time to own it! Ready to take on the continent at the CAF Women’s Champions League. 🌍⚽ #CAFWCL pic.twitter.com/xZABuVJX8L

— Edo Queens FC (@EQFCofficial) October 18, 2024

Moses Aduku’s Edo Queens are no strangers to high-pressure games, and their form leading up to the competition has raised hopes that they can hold their own against some of the continent’s most elite teams.

However, with only the top two teams advancing from each group, the margin for error is slim.

All eyes are now on the Nigerian champions as they prepare to show off their mettle on one of Africa’s biggest stages.

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Last Updated on October 18, 2024 3:27 pm by footballrover