Eden University Women’s Super League Week 21: Goals, Walkovers, and a Postponement
Week 21 of the Eden University Women’s Super League brought an exciting array of matches filled with thrilling goals, stunning performances, and some surprises. With eight matches on the schedule, seven were played, including a walkover win for Indeni Roses, while one fixture was postponed. Here’s a recap of the action:
Key Performances
YASA Queens 2-3 ZISD Women
In one of the most entertaining matches of the week, ZISD Women edged out YASA Queens in a five-goal thriller. Harriet Matipa’s brace for YASA was not enough to secure victory, as Sibongile Phiri, Naomi Phiri, and Tamara Chibamba found the back of the net to earn ZISD all three points.
Kamfinsa Police Blue Eagles Queens 0-3 Red Arrows Women
Red Arrows Women delivered a commanding performance, cruising to a 3-0 victory against Kamfinsa Police Blue Eagles Queens. Goals from Ochumba Lubanji, Mary Mambwe, and Rudy Zulu underlined their attacking prowess and secured an emphatic win on the road.
Luyando Foundation Girls 1-2 Green Eagles Women
Green Eagles Women staged a spirited comeback to defeat Luyando Foundation Girls 2-1. Regina Kayamboma’s opener for Luyando was canceled out by Cindy Banda’s equalizer, and Rachel Moono’s winning goal sealed a vital three points for the Eagles.
Close Encounters
Elite Ladies 1-1 Police Dove Queens
Elite Ladies and Police Dove Queens battled to a 1-1 draw in a tightly contested affair. Saliya Mwanza converted a penalty to give Elite the lead, but Bertha Imponene’s equalizer ensured Police Dove Queens left with a share of the spoils.
Play It Forward Queens 1-0 Nkwazi Queens
Play It Forward Queens claimed a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Nkwazi Queens, thanks to a solitary goal from Blessings Mwaba Chisenga. The win provides much-needed momentum for Play It Forward as they look to climb the table.
Trident Queens 0-1 Nchanga Rangers Queens
Nchanga Rangers Queens secured a crucial away win, beating Trident Queens 1-0. Bupe Chulu’s goal was enough to separate the two sides in a closely contested encounter.
Walkover and Postponement
Indeni Roses were awarded a 3-0 walkover victory against Choma Warriors Academy, who failed to honor the fixture. Meanwhile, the highly anticipated match between Zanaco Ladies and Nkana Queens was postponed, with a rescheduled date yet to be announced.
Goalless Draw
Green Buffaloes Women 0-0 Zesco Ndola Girls
The clash between Green Buffaloes Women and Zesco Ndola Girls ended in a goalless stalemate. Both teams displayed strong defensive resilience but lacked the finishing touch to break the deadlock.
Conclusion
Week 21 showcased the competitive nature of the Eden University Women’s Super League, with thrilling matches and standout performances from players like Harriet Matipa, Ochumba Lubanji, and Bupe Chulu. As the league progresses, every point will prove vital in the race for supremacy. Fans eagerly await the rescheduled Zanaco Ladies vs. Nkana Queens fixture to see how the table shapes up further.
