Zambia U18 Women Secure Dominant 3-0 Win Over Turkey in UEFA Friendship Cup
Introduction
The Zambia U18 Women’s team made a strong statement in the UEFA Friendship Cup, securing a convincing 3-0 victory over Turkey in their opening Group A match. Goals from Tricia Mabamba, Ruth Muwowo, and Gift Chilwizhi ensured the young Copper Queens claimed all three points.
This win gives Zambia a solid start in the tournament, boosting their confidence ahead of their next Group A clash against Thailand on April 6.
Mabamba Strikes First as Zambia Dominates
Zambia started the match with high intensity, pressing Turkey from the opening whistle. Their attacking intent paid off in the 20th minute when Tricia Mabamba found the back of the net, giving Zambia a well-deserved lead.
The young Copper Queens continued to create chances, showcasing their pace and technical ability, but they went into halftime with a narrow 1-0 advantage.
Muwowo and Chilwizhi Seal the Victory
Zambia maintained their attacking momentum in the second half, and in the 70th minute, Ruth Muwowo doubled the lead with a clinical finish.
As Turkey pushed forward in search of a goal, Zambia remained disciplined at the back and continued to threaten on the counter. In the 90th minute, Gift Chilwizhi put the result beyond doubt, scoring Zambia’s third goal to complete a dominant performance.
A Crucial Win for the Young Copper Queens
This victory marks an impressive start to Zambia’s UEFA Friendship Cup campaign, giving them a confidence boost ahead of their next fixture against Thailand on April 6. A win in that match could put them in a strong position to advance further in the competition.
What’s Next?
Zambia will now shift focus to their second Group A match against Thailand, which will be a crucial test as they aim to build on their momentum and push for a place in the next stage of the tournament.
Conclusion
The young Copper Queens showed their attacking prowess and defensive solidity in this statement victory over Turkey. With a dominant 3-0 performance, Zambia has announced themselves as a team to watch in the UEFA Friendship Cup.
All eyes will now be on April 6, as Zambia faces Thailand in their second Group A match.
