Eden University Women’s Super League: Week 23 Fixtures & Key Match Previews
The Eden University Women’s Super League enters Week 23, with Zesco Ndola Girls leading the standings with 62 points, followed by Red Arrows Women and Indeni Roses, both tied at 50 points. The relegation battle is also heating up, with Nkana Queens, Play It Forward, and Choma Warriors Academy fighting to avoid the drop. Here’s a closer look at this weekend’s crucial fixtures.
Saturday | 1st February 2025
🔹 Play It Forward Queens vs Nkana Queens | Bahat Ground | 10:00h
A battle of the bottom two teams sees Play It Forward (13 points, 17th place) host Nkana Queens (11 points, 18th place). Both teams have had a difficult campaign, struggling defensively, with Nkana conceding 77 goals and Play It Forward conceding 71. This is a crucial match for both sides to gain some confidence as they fight to avoid finishing last.
🔹 Green Buffaloes Women vs ZISD Women | Nationality Stadium | 13:00h
Green Buffaloes Women (47 points, 4th place) will aim to close the gap on the top three as they take on ZISD Women (26 points, 11th place). Buffaloes have been one of the highest-scoring teams with 81 goals this season, and they will be confident against a ZISD side that has conceded 40 goals. Expect a dominant display from the home team.
🔹 Indeni Roses vs Green Eagles Women | Indeni Sports Complex | 15:00h
This is a crucial match for Indeni Roses (50 points, 3rd place) as they look to keep pace with Red Arrows Women in second place. Indeni have been impressive defensively, conceding only 14 goals all season. Meanwhile, Green Eagles Women (32 points, 6th place) have been unpredictable but remain capable of pulling off an upset.
🔹 Trident Queens vs Choma Warriors Academy | Sentinel Ground | 15:00h
Both teams are struggling in the lower half of the table, with Trident Queens (23 points, 13th place) facing Choma Warriors Academy (14 points, 16th place). Choma Warriors have only won four games this season, while Trident will be hoping to use home advantage to get three points.
Sunday | 2nd February 2025
🔹 Nkwazi Queens vs Zesco Ndola Girls | Edwin Imboela Stadium | 13:00h
A top-versus-bottom clash sees Zesco Ndola Girls (62 points, 1st place) looking to extend their dominance against Nkwazi Queens (20 points, 15th place). Zesco have been unstoppable, winning 20 out of 22 matches, while Nkwazi will need a miracle to cause an upset.
🔹 The Elite Ladies vs Red Arrows Women | Sunset Stadium | 13:00h (Live on ZNBC TV3)
A high-profile fixture as 5th-placed Elite Ladies (34 points) take on 2nd-placed Red Arrows Women (50 points) in what promises to be an exciting match. Red Arrows will be looking to maintain their title challenge, while Elite Ladies have been solid this season, conceding only 34 goals. With live TV coverage, expect a thrilling encounter.
🔹 Zanaco Ladies vs Police Dove Queens | Sunset Stadium | 15:00h (Live on ZNBC TV3)
Another mid-table battle as Zanaco Ladies (28 points, 10th place) host Police Dove Queens (24 points, 12th place). Both teams will be looking to push further up the table and secure a top-half finish.
🔹 YASA Queens vs Nchanga Rangers Queens | OYDC Ground | 15:00h
Two teams with similar records face off, as YASA Queens (29 points, 9th place) battle Nchanga Rangers Queens (31 points, 7th place). With both teams struggling for consistency, this could be an evenly matched game.
🔹 Kamfinsa Police Blue Eagles vs Luyando Foundation (Postponed)
This fixture has been postponed, giving Kamfinsa Police Blue Eagles (31 points, 8th place) and Luyando Foundation (22 points, 14th place) extra time to prepare for their next matches.
What’s at Stake?
✅ Title Race – Zesco Ndola Girls remain the favorites, but Red Arrows Women and Indeni Roses are still in contention.
✅ Top-Four Battle – Green Buffaloes Women, Elite Ladies, and Green Eagles Women are all fighting for a top-four finish.
✅ Relegation Fight – Nkana Queens, Play It Forward, and Choma Warriors Academy are in deep trouble and need urgent points.
