The Nigerian team demonstrated remarkable resilience by overcoming an initial deficit to secure a 2-1 victory, thereby ensuring their progression to the semi-final stage. Edo Queens exhibited exceptional composure and determination by executing a dramatic comeback, effectively extinguishing Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies’ aspirations of retaining their CAF Women’s Champions League title.
Edo Queens players commemorating their triumph against Memolodi Sundowns Ladies. (Source: CAF)
Queens required only a victory to advance, and the late strike was sufficient to ensure their progression. The defending champions’ fate was definitively sealed when Mary Mamudu capitalized on some questionable defending from a set piece, propelling the Nigerians into the lead and securing a memorable triumph over the defending champions in the final moments of added time.
In preparation for the upcoming match against Sundowns, the newly inaugurated governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has encouraged Edo Queens to secure victory and bring home the cup.
This triumph over the South African team has significantly enhanced Edo Queens’ chances of claiming the trophy for the first time in their history.
