Edo Queens vs Ampem Darkoa: History of Nigeria-Ghana rivalry in WAFU-B Final
The fierce rivalry between Nigeria and Ghana in the WAFU-B Women’s Champions League will take centre stage once again today when Edo Queens face Ampem Darkoa Ladies in the grand finale.
The two West African powerhouses have developed a fascinating tradition in the competition, with Nigerian and Ghanaian clubs meeting in the final for the fourth time since 2021.
Ghana currently holds the upper hand, having won two of the previous three finals, while Nigeria has claimed one victory.
As Edo Queens and Ampem Darkoa prepare for another highly anticipated showdown, here is a look at their previous encounters in the WAFU-B final:
2021 Final: Hasaacas Ladies 3-1 Rivers Angels
Ghanaian side Hasaacas Ladies became the first team to prevail in a Nigeria-Ghana WAFU-B final, defeating Nigeria’s Rivers Angels 3-1.
Goalscorers:
* Veronica Appiah – 1'
* Vivian Ikechukwu – 9' (Rivers Angels)
* Perpetual Agyetum – 42'
* Azumah Burge – 68'
Hasaacas Ladies’ victory gave Ghana an early advantage in the emerging rivalry.
2022 Final: Bayelsa Queens 3-0 Ampem Darkoa Ladies
Nigeria responded emphatically the following year as Bayelsa Queens produced a dominant 3-0 victory over Ampem Darkoa Ladies in the final.
Goalscorers:
* Miracle Joseph (penalty) – 11'
* Flourish Sabastine – 19'
* Chinyere Igboamalu – 42'
The victory handed Nigeria its first triumph over Ghana in a WAFU-B final.
2023 Final: Ampem Darkoa Ladies 1-0 Delta Queens
Ampem Darkoa Ladies restored Ghana’s advantage when they edged Delta Queens 1-0 in the next Nigeria-Ghana final.
Goal:
* Ophelia Amponsah – 43'
The narrow victory meant Ghana had won two of the three finals involving clubs from both nations.
Edo Queens vs Ampem Darkoa: Another Chapter
Today’s final between Edo Queens and Ampem Darkoa Ladies promises to add another intriguing chapter to the growing Nigeria-Ghana rivalry.
Edo Queens will be aiming to restore Nigeria’s dominance and level the historical record, while Ampem Darkoa will be seeking another victory for Ghana.
With history, pride and continental qualification at stake, the stage is set for another thrilling West African showdown.
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