Zesco Ndola Girls Extend Lead as Relegation Battle Heats Up

Zesco Ndola Girls Maintain Dominance as Title Race Heats Up

Week 28 of the Eden University Women’s Super League saw some intense action, with key matches shaping the standings as the season nears its conclusion. Zesco Ndola Girls extended their dominance at the top, while teams at the bottom continue their battle for survival. Let’s take a closer look at the results and what they mean for the log table.

Key Results and Their Impact on the Table

Kamfinsa Blue Eagles 2-0 Yasa Queens

Scorers: Ruth Ngoma, Patricia Lampi

Kamfinsa Blue Eagles secured a vital 2-0 victory over Yasa Queens, boosting their push for a top-half finish. This win moves Kamfinsa to 9th place with 37 points, while Yasa Queens remain on 30 points in 11th place, facing increasing pressure from teams below them.

Choma Warriors 2-0 Play It Forward

Scorer: Esther Mutinta (2)

Choma Warriors picked up an important three points with a 2-0 win over Play It Forward, keeping their hopes alive in the relegation fight. They now sit on 21 points in 16th place, while Play It Forward remains stuck in 17th place with just 16 points, further increasing their risk of relegation.

Luyando Foundation 1-3 Green Buffaloes Women

Scorers:

• Luyando Foundation: Catherine Mulenga
• Green Buffaloes: Agness Phiri, Evarine Suzan Katongo, Maylan Mulenga

Green Buffaloes showed their class with a commanding 3-1 win over Luyando Foundation. With this win, Buffaloes move up to 62 points in 2nd place, continuing their chase of league leaders Zesco Ndola Girls. Meanwhile, Luyando stays in 12th place with 29 points, needing a strong finish to avoid slipping further.

Indeni Roses 2-1 Zanaco Ladies

Scorers:

• Indeni Roses: Edith Phiri, Thelma Chela (OG)
• Zanaco Ladies: Regina Chanda

Indeni Roses edged out Zanaco Ladies in a tough encounter, climbing to 4th place with 61 points, level with 3rd-placed Red Arrows Women. Zanaco, meanwhile, remain 7th with 41 points but will need to bounce back quickly to stay competitive.

Green Eagles Women 3-0 ZISD Women

Scorers: Cindy Banda, Rachel Moono (2)

Green Eagles put on a dominant performance with a 3-0 win over ZISD Women, strengthening their position in 5th place with 48 points. ZISD Women remain in 10th place with 35 points, facing a tough end to the season.

Trident Queens 2-1 Elite Ladies

Scorers:

• Trident Queens: Elizabeth Chishimba, Margret Mulenga
• Elite Ladies: Wendy Mwiikisa

Trident Queens grabbed a much-needed victory, reaching 28 points in 13th place, moving closer to safety. Elite Ladies, now at 6th place with 42 points, suffered a setback in their push for a top-four finish.

Nchanga Rangers 0-2 Zesco Ndola Girls

Scorers: Eneless Phiri, Fridah Kabwe

Zesco Ndola Girls continued their dominance, securing yet another victory to extend their lead at the top with 75 points from 27 games. Nchanga Rangers, now 8th with 40 points, struggled to contain the table leaders.

Red Arrows Women 2-0 Nkwazi Queens

Scorers: Eunice Namfukwe, Mary Mambwe

Red Arrows Women kept their title hopes alive with a 2-0 win over Nkwazi Queens, maintaining 3rd place with 61 points. Nkwazi, on the other hand, remain deep in the bottom half at 14th place with 26 points, dangerously close to the relegation zone.

League Standings Overview

• Zesco Ndola Girls remain unstoppable at the top with 75 points, just one step away from clinching the title.
• Green Buffaloes (62 points) and Red Arrows Women (61 points) continue their battle for second place.
• Indeni Roses (61 points) also remain in contention for a top-three finish.
• At the bottom, Nkana Queens (11 points) and Play It Forward (16 points) are in deep relegation trouble.

Conclusion

Week 28 of the Eden University Women’s Super League provided thrilling moments, with Zesco Ndola Girls maintaining their dominance and teams battling for survival. As the league heads into the final stretch, the fight for the top positions and the relegation battle are heating up. Can Zesco wrap up the title soon? Will teams like Choma Warriors and Trident Queens secure survival? The next few matches will be crucial in shaping the final standings.