WAFU B WCLQ: Ampem Darkoa Ladies beat ASEC Mimosas in Group B opener
Ampem Darkoa Ladies recorded a 1-0 win over defending champions ASEC Mimosas in their opening game of the competition.
In the opening match of the 2026 WAFU B Women’s Champions League Qualifiers, Ghana Women's Premier League champions, Ampem Darkoa Ladies, secured a 1-0 victory over defending champions ASEC Mimosas. Gloria Adomako was the lone scorer of the game, netting the only goal in the 29th minute during the first half. The Ivorian side had an early opportunity to equalize in the sixth minute, but their penalty shot failed to find the back of the net.
Keeper Rose Baah demonstrated impressive reflexes, making a crucial save to keep the score at 0-0. Despite Zakaria Ajegipina and Nancy Amoh coming close to breaking the deadlock, both failed to convert their chances. Milot Pokuaa, playing on loan for Ampem Darkoa Ladies, also came close to doubling the lead with a shot from close range that struck the post.
Throughout the match, Baah made several crucial saves to deny ASEC Mimosas an equalizer. Ampem Darkoa Ladies will face AS Garde Nationale of Niger in their next group stage match on Thursday, August 27.
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