15 De Agosto Makes Statement with Convincing 5-0 Win over AC Colombe in Zonal Qualifiers
The 5th edition of the UNIFFAC Women’s Champions League zonal qualifiers kicked off at the Estadio de Malabo on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, with a resounding victory for Equatorial Guinea’s 15 De Agosto.
Convincing Victory for 15 De Agosto
The home side showcased their attacking prowess, securing a dominant 5-0 win over AC Colombe of Congo Brazzaville. The match, which began at 16:00 local time, saw 15 De Agosto assert control from the outset. The breakthrough came in the 28th minute, courtesy of Christiane Ebenye Essombe, who gave her team a well-deserved lead. Just six minutes later, Émilienne Endale doubled the advantage, putting 15 De Agosto in a commanding position heading into halftime.
The second half continued in the same vein, with 15 De Agosto maintaining their pressure. The goals kept coming, with Senyebia Awissi Tassa finding the net in the 71st minute. The final few minutes of the game were particularly explosive, as both Émilienne Endale and Cécilia Akeng scored in the 87th minute to complete the rout. Endale’s brace capped off a standout performance.
Strong Start for 15 De Agosto
This impressive victory sets a strong precedent for 15 De Agosto in their quest to represent the UNIFFAC region in the CAF Women’s Champions League. The team will undoubtedly draw inspiration from Malabo Kings, who previously represented the region in 2021. The tournament is a crucial step for the participating clubs, as they vie for the single spot available to the UNIFFAC zone in the main CAF Women’s Champions League tournament. The current holders of the competition are TP Mazembe, and the region is on the search for its next representative to valiantly compete on the continental stage.
Upcoming Matches
Both teams will be back in action on September 20, 2025. 15 De Agosto will face off against M’Sichana in what is being billed as a “clash of the titans,” while AC Colombe of Congo will be on standby.
M’Sichana’s defeat amplifies importance of next clash
FC Ebolowa, led by Coach Kpoumie, secured a 2-0 victory over M’Sichana on Wednesday at 13H00, setting the stage for a crucial upcoming match from the DR Congo’s representatives. Ornella Brunelle and Raisa Nnanga scored one goal each in separate halves, earning the Cameroonian champions all three points.
The results of these upcoming matches will be critical in shaping the final standings and determining which team will earn the right to represent the UNIFFAC region.
