Edo Queens have won the WAFU-B Women’s Champions League title after producing a dramatic late comeback against Ghanaian champions Ampem Darkoa Ladies in Saturday night’s final in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
The Nigerian champions twice came from behind to force a 2-2 draw in regulation time before keeping their composure in the decisive penalty shootout, where they prevailed 4-1 to lift the regional trophy.
The victory also secured Edo Queens a place in the upcoming Confederation of African Football (CAF) Women’s Champions League finals, the continent’s premier club competition for women’s football.
Ampem Darkoa made a blistering start to the final, taking the lead just two minutes after kick-off through Beline Nyarkoh. Edo Queens responded almost immediately, with Doosuur Anastasia Atume restoring parity two minutes later to bring the Nigerian side level.
Nyarkoh’s Second Strike Sets Up A Dramatic Finish
The 1-1 scoreline remained intact for much of the encounter before Ampem Darkoa regained the advantage in the 74th minute, with Nyarkoh scoring her second goal of the night.
With the Ghanaian champions appearing set to claim the trophy, Edo Queens launched a late fightback that was rewarded deep into stoppage time.
Oluebube Umejiaku struck in the 94th minute to level the scores at 2-2 and force the contest into a penalty shootout.
Edo Queens then showed greater composure from the spot, converting four of their penalties while Ampem Darkoa managed only one successful attempt.
The 4-1 shootout victory completed a remarkable comeback for the Nigerian champions and secured their place in the next CAF Women’s Champions League finals.
