Nigerian champions Edo Queens have been named in the final shortlist for the 2024 CAF Women’s Club of the Year award. Under the guidance of head coach Moses Aduku, the Benin City based team will compete against African champions TP Mazembe from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Morocco’s AS FAR for the prestigious honour.
This recognition follows Edo Queens’ impressive performance at the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League, where they finished fourth in their debut appearance. The club also previously claimed the WAFU B Women’s Champions League title, solidifying their position as a dominant force in African women’s football.
If successful, Edo Queens would make history as the first Nigerian club to win this coveted award. The ceremony is set to take place on Monday, December 16, in Marrakech, Morocco.
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The nomination of Edo Queens for the CAF Women’s Club of the Year is a moment of immense pride for Nigerian football. It reflects not only the strides made by Edo Queens but also the broader growth of women’s football in the country. Competing at this level requires a combination of exceptional talent, strategic management, and relentless determination all of which Edo Queens have demonstrated.
Their fourth-place finish in the CAF Women’s Champions League might not have been a podium position, but it was a significant achievement for a debut appearance. It signalled their potential to compete with the continent’s best and showed the strength of Nigerian women’s football on the international stage.
We hope this recognition inspires more investment and support for women’s football in Nigeria. Edo Queens’ journey serves as a blueprint for other clubs, highlighting the importance of grassroots development, competitive exposure, and strong leadership. Winning this award would be a monumental milestone, not just for Edo Queens but for the entire nation.
Whether or not they clinch the title, Edo Queens have already won hearts with their resilience and excellence. As fans and stakeholders, we must continue to support and celebrate such achievements that elevate Nigerian football to greater heights.
Did You Know?
- The CAF Women’s Club of the Year award was introduced to celebrate outstanding performances in women’s club football across Africa.
- Edo Queens are known for their robust youth development program, which nurtures local talent in Benin City.
- AS FAR of Morocco won the 2022 CAF Women’s Champions League, becoming one of the most successful clubs in African women’s football.
- TP Mazembe, primarily famous for their men’s team, are rapidly building their women’s squad to match their legacy.
- Nigeria has a rich history in women’s football, with the national team, the Super Falcons, holding a record 11 African Women’s Championship titles.
