Edo Queens set to face Inter D’Abidjan in CAF Women’s Champions League WAFU-B semi-finals

Caretaker August 18, 2024

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Nigeria’s representatives in the CAF Women’s Champions League WAFU-B play-off, Edo Queens, are set to clash with Inter D’Abidjan in the semi-finals of the qualifiers.

Edo Queens secured their spot in the semi-finals by topping Group B with a perfect record. They defeated Ominisports Etincelle of Burkina Faso 1-0 in their final group match, finishing the group stage with nine points. Notably, the Nigeria Women Football League champions did not drop a single point or concede a goal throughout the group stage, showcasing their defensive prowess and clinical performance.

Inter D’Abidjan, on the other hand, had a dramatic journey to the semi-finals. They secured their place with a thrilling 4-3 comeback victory against Togo’s AS Kozah in their final group match.

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This crucial win allowed them to finish second in Group A with three points, behind group leaders Ainonvi FC of Benin, who topped the group with six points.

The highly anticipated semi-final match between Edo Queens and Inter D’Abidjan is scheduled to take place on Tuesday in the Ivorian capital, Abidjan. With both teams eager to secure a spot in the final and advance further in the CAF Women’s Champions League, this match promises to be an exciting and closely contested encounter.

Edo Queens will be looking to maintain their unbeaten run and defensive solidity, while Inter D’Abidjan will aim to build on their remarkable comeback performance and leverage their attacking prowess. Football fans are set for a thrilling match as these two teams battle for supremacy in the WAFU-B play-offs.