The Final Match Recap

In a thrilling matchup, AS FAR triumphed over debutants ASEC Mimosas with a score of 2-1 in the African Women’s Champions League final, marking their second title win in this prestigious tournament.

Key Moments of the Match

The Moroccan club took an early lead in the 13th minute when Hanane Ait El Haj converted a penalty, awarded after Safa Banouk was fouled by Aboa Yapo.

ASEC Mimosas responded strongly after halftime, leveling the score with a superb header from Ami Priscal Diallo, who found the net from Sopie Brou’s accurate cross just ten minutes into the second half.

As the game approached its final minutes, AS FAR was awarded a second penalty due to a reckless challenge by Noura Diarra on Sofia Bouftini. This time, Zineb Redouani stepped up, successfully converting the penalty in the 85th minute, reestablishing AS FAR’s lead.

Final Whistle and Aftermath

In the dying moments, Asastasie Gbehi nearly equalized for ASEC Mimosas but missed the target, poking the ball wide in stoppage time. Following the match, she received a red card for dissent, adding disappointment to ASEC’s campaign.

With this victory, AS FAR joins South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns as two-time champions, having previously claimed the title in 2022.

Looking Ahead

AS FAR is set to face China’s Wuhan Jiangda on December 14, aiming for a spot in next year’s FIFA Women’s Champions Cup. The winner of that match will go on to challenge European champions Arsenal in the semi-finals of the inaugural tournament scheduled for early next year in London.