It was indeed a great achievement for Edo Queens at the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League as they NWFL side made history by securing a remarkable 2-1 victory over defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies.
This victory not only propelled them into the semi-finals but also extended their unbeaten run to an impressive eight matches—an achievement no other Nigerian women’s club has matched on the continental stage, Footballrover reports.
The match, held on Saturday, was critical for both teams. Edo Queens only needed a draw to progress, while Sundowns, aiming for their third title, were desperate for a win.
The South African giants struck first in the 24th minute through Melinda Kgadiete’s header.
Edo Queens make history in CAF Women’s Champions League
However, the NWFL team quickly fought back after a penalty opportunity for captain Chioma Olise was saved by Sundowns’ goalkeeper Andile Dlamini.
The drama didn’t stop there, as Emem Peace Essien delivered an equaliser in the dying moments of regular time, pushing the match into extra time.
With the match delicately poised, the tension escalated as both teams battled for supremacy.
In the 101st minute, Mary Mamudu delivered the decisive blow with a simple tap-in into the roof of the post, sealing the victory and sending her side into the semi-finals as Group B winners, ahead of Egypt’s FC Masar on superior goal difference.
This stunning win marked another milestone for the Nigerian female team in the competition.
Their unbeaten streak, now at eight matches, is the longest of any Nigerian women’s club in the competition as they continue to maintain their dominance in African women’s football.
The win also spelled a historic first for Mamelodi Sundowns, who, for the first time ever, failed to overcome a Nigerian side in the competition.
Looking ahead, the NWFL champs will face TP Mazembe in the semi-finals, eager to continue their unstoppable journey towards the title.
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