Mazembe ladies outsmart hosts AS FAR to clinch first ever CAF Women’s Champions League

AS FAR showed moments of brilliance and resilience but fell short at home against a stubborn Mazembe side. Their performance after halftime lacked the cutting edge needed to break down TP Mazembe’s solid defense.

Congolese giants TP Mazembe claimed victory in the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League final after defeating Morocco’s AS FAR 1-0 in a thrilling match held at Stade El Abdi in El Jadida today.

AS FAR, the defending champions, had hoped to retain the trophy on home soil. Despite their determination, they struggled to capitalize on key moments during the game.

The match was decided early, with TP Mazembe’s forward Marlene Kasaj scoring the only goal from the penalty spot in the 10th minute.

Her goal gave the Congolese side the lead, which they successfully defended throughout the match with 67% ball possession.

AS FAR showed moments of brilliance and resilience but fell short. Their performance after halftime lacked the cutting edge needed to break down TP Mazembe’s solid defense.

Coach Amine Alioua had expressed confidence in his team’s ability to win the game, but the Atlas Lionesses were not able to reclaim the title.