Ampem Darkoa Ladies have reached the semi-finals of the WAFU B CAF Women’s Champions League qualifiers after beating Edo Queens 2-1 in a closely contested match.
The Ghanaian champions secured their place in the last four through goals from Rebecca Assemani and Milot Pokuaa. Their contributions gave Ampem Darkoa the advantage they needed in a match that tested their ability to protect a narrow lead.
Edo Queens, representing Nigeria, managed to reduce the deficit by scoring a goal of their own. However, Ampem Darkoa held on to their advantage and saw out the match to claim an important victory.
The result means Ampem Darkoa Ladies remain firmly on course in their bid to qualify for the CAF Women’s Champions League. Their progress also extends an impressive campaign in the WAFU B qualifiers, where they have now secured a place among the final four teams.
For Ampem Darkoa, the 2-1 scoreline represents a significant step towards reaching the next stage of the competition. The Ghanaian champions will continue their qualification campaign in the semi-finals, having overcome the challenge posed by Edo Queens.
Although Edo Queens found a way back into the contest, Ampem Darkoa’s lead proved sufficient. The Ghanaian side maintained its composure after conceding and protected the result until the final whistle.
Assemani and Pokuaa supplied the decisive goals, while the team’s defensive effort ensured that Edo Queens could not complete a comeback. The outcome leaves Ampem Darkoa Ladies with their hopes of qualifying for the CAF Women’s Champions League intact.
Their semi-final place confirms the strength of their current run in the WAFU B qualifiers and gives them another opportunity to move closer to the main competition. For now, the Ghanaian champions can celebrate a hard-fought win that keeps their campaign alive and places them among the last four.
