Eden University Women’s Super League Week 27: Match-by-Match Breakdown
The Eden University Women’s Super League entered Week 27, delivering thrilling encounters as the battle at the top and bottom of the table intensified. League leaders Zesco Ndola Girls took a step closer to securing the title with a commanding 6-0 victory over Police Dove Queens, while relegation-threatened Nkana Queens suffered yet another defeat, moving closer to the drop.
Zesco Ndola Girls 6-0 Police Dove Queens
Zesco Ndola Girls put on a masterclass performance, crushing Police Dove Queens 6-0 in a one-sided encounter. Penelope Mulubwa was the star of the show, bagging a hat-trick to underline Zesco’s dominance at the top of the table. Charity Mubanga and Sarah Chihango added their names to the scoresheet, while an unfortunate own goal by Roomy Nguni completed the rout. The victory took Zesco to 72 points, strengthening their grip at the summit with a 13-point lead over second-placed Green Buffaloes. With their incredible goal difference (+78), they are now within touching distance of being crowned champions. For Police Dove Queens, the defeat leaves them stuck in 15th place with 24 points, just one point above the relegation zone. They must bounce back quickly to avoid dropping into the bottom three.
Nkana Queens 1-4 ZISD Women
Relegation-threatened Nkana Queens suffered another damaging defeat, losing 1-4 at home to ZISD Women. Nkana took an early lead through Peggie Phiri, raising hopes of a crucial victory, but ZISD Women responded in devastating fashion. Naomi Phiri, Sibongile Phiri, Lydia Shamalima, and Tendai Makole all found the back of the net to secure an emphatic win for ZISD. The loss leaves Nkana Queens rock-bottom with just 11 points, making relegation almost inevitable. Meanwhile, ZISD Women climbed to 9th place with 35 points, giving them some breathing room in the mid-table battle.
Green Buffaloes Women 2-0 Choma Warriors Academy
Green Buffaloes Women continued their pursuit of a top-two finish with a 2-0 win over Choma Warriors Academy. The defending champions showed their class with Maylan Mulenga and Natasha Nanyangwe both scoring to seal all three points. Buffaloes now sit in second place with 59 points, just one ahead of third-placed Red Arrows Women. Despite the win, their hopes of catching Zesco Ndola Girls remain slim. Meanwhile, Choma Warriors remain 16th with 18 points and are in serious danger of relegation. With only a handful of matches left, they will need a miraculous turnaround to survive.
Trident Queens 0-1 Green Eagles Women
A tightly contested affair saw Green Eagles Women edge Trident Queens 1-0, courtesy of a Cindy Banda goal. The result pushed Green Eagles to 45 points, keeping them in 5th place as they continue their fight for a top-four finish. Trident Queens, on the other hand, remain 14th with 25 points, just above the relegation battle. They will need to find consistency in the coming weeks to ensure safety.
Play It Forward Queens 0-3 Red Arrows Women
Red Arrows Women maintained their grip on third place with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Play It Forward Queens. The game was dominated by Mary Mambwe, who netted an impressive hat-trick to sink the struggling hosts. Arrows now have 58 points, keeping them within touching distance of second-placed Green Buffaloes. Meanwhile, Play It Forward Queens remain in the drop zone with 16 points, with relegation looking increasingly inevitable.
Zanaco Ladies 5-0 Luyando Foundation Girls
Zanaco Ladies produced a ruthless display to demolish Luyando Foundation Girls 5-0. Ruth Mukise and Thelma Chela both scored braces, while Justina Zulu added the fifth to complete a dominant performance. The result took Zanaco to 41 points, solidifying their 7th-place position. For Luyando Foundation, the defeat leaves them in 12th place with 29 points, still safe but needing more points to avoid being dragged into a late relegation fight.
Nkwazi Queens 0-3 Nchanga Rangers Queens
A strong Nchanga Rangers performance saw them secure a 3-0 away win against Nkwazi Queens. Gracious Tailoshi, Madrine Lukhelo, and Tricia Mabamba all got on the scoresheet to earn their side a crucial three points. The victory lifted Nchanga Rangers to 40 points, keeping them in 8th place. Nkwazi Queens remain 13th with 26 points, dangerously close to the drop zone and in need of positive results in the upcoming fixtures.
Elite Ladies 3-1 Kamfinsa Police Blue Eagles Queens
Elite Ladies continued their strong run of form, beating Kamfinsa Police Blue Eagles Queens 3-1. Goals from Hellen Sichamba, Margret Mulenga, and Precious Monde Mwananyambe secured the win, pushing Elite Ladies to 42 points and keeping them in 6th place. Kamfinsa Police Blue Eagles, who got a consolation goal from Ruth Ngoma, remain in 10th place with 34 points, still safe but struggling for consistency.
Yasa Queens 0-1 Indeni Roses
Indeni Roses grabbed a hard-fought 1-0 win over Yasa Queens, with Ngosa Chabwe scoring the only goal of the match. The victory kept Indeni Roses in 4th place with 48 points, ensuring they stay in the mix for a strong top-four finish. Yasa Queens remain in 11th place with 30 points, still safe from relegation but needing more wins to stay clear of danger.
Indeni Roses 2-2 Elite Ladies
In their second match of the week, Indeni Roses played out an entertaining 2-2 draw with Elite Ladies. The game saw an own goal from Saliya Mwanza and a strike from Esther Mukwasa for Indeni Roses, while Wendy Mwiikisa and an own goal from Justina Mwamba ensured Elite Ladies salvaged a point. The result left Indeni Roses at 48 points, maintaining their 4th-place standing, while Elite Ladies remained in 6th place with 42 points.
Final Thoughts: The Title Race and Relegation Battle Heat Up
With just a few matches remaining, Zesco Ndola Girls are on the brink of securing the title, while Green Buffaloes and Red Arrows battle for second place. Meanwhile, Nkana Queens, Play It Forward Queens, and Choma Warriors are all in danger of being relegated. The final stretch of the season promises more excitement as teams fight for survival and glory.
