Defeat to Sundowns Leaves Zesco Ndola Girls Facing Must-Win Finale

Zesco Ndola Girls’ journey in the CAF Women’s Champions League qualifiers encountered a significant setback as they fell to a determined Mamelodi Sundowns side in their second group stage match.

The Zambian champions struggled to find their rhythm against the relentless pressure applied by the South African titans, who demonstrated their experience and tactical discipline throughout the contest.

Despite moments of resilient defense, Zesco found themselves consistently on the back foot, unable to contain Sundowns’ multifaceted attacking threats.

The defeat places Zesco Ndola Girls in a challenging position as they look ahead to their final group stage fixture. To keep their hopes of advancing in the tournament alive, the team must now regroup and secure a decisive victory, a task that will require a swift and significant improvement in both execution and result against their next opponent.

Drawn in a challenging Group A, ZESCO will face:

• Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa – 2022 Finalists)

• Beauties FC (Namibia)

• Ntopwa FC (Malawi)