Mazembe off to flying start in CAF Women’s C/L
TP Mazembe’s objective of lifting the CAF Women’s Champions League (W/L) got off to a great start in El Jadida after the DR Congo side overcame the University of the Western Cape 2-0 in the tournament’s opening match on Saturday.
Despite a shaky start, Mazembe held their nerve against the relentless attacks of the University side who are making their debut at the finals as COSAFA champions.
Mazembe, who return to the competition after their 2022 appearance secured victory thanks to second half goals by Lacho Marta as well as a late strike by Marveille Nanguji.
It was also the Doha El Madani show as the teenage star shone brightly in AS FAR’s 3-0 victory over Aigles De La Médina in the CAF Women’s Champions League in El Jadida on Saturday.
A brace by the 19-year-old, coupled with a converted penalty by veteran skipper, Aziz Rabbah, secured a comfortable win for the Moroccan side, who are keen on reclaiming the title.
As expected, AS FAR took control of the match from the onset, with coach Mohamed Amine Alioua opting for an all-attacking formation.
It did not take long for the hosts to break the deadlock, as teenage star Doha El Madani positioned herself well to calmly finish off a rebounded ball and open the scoring.
High in confidence, El Madani found her second goal of the evening after a brilliantly threaded ball by Sanaa Mssoudy allowed her to double the lead in the 29th minute, securing her brace.
The two-goal cushion did not lead to the hosts easing up, as they continued pressing forward. With pressure mounting, Aigles De La Médina conceded a penalty, and veteran skipper, Aziz Rabbah, stepped up to comfortably slot it home. – CAFonline.com